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Lenovo's third annual global CIO report highlights AI as the top priority for CIOs, alongside cybersecurity. However, barriers like speed to adoption and security hinder AI scaling. CIOs are shifting focus back to core IT functions due to AI's impact on business outcomes.

Lenovo announced new AI-centric infrastructure systems and solutions to advance Hybrid AI innovation, catering to compute intensive workloads. The company aims to provide GPU-rich solutions for industries like financial services and healthcare, managing massive data sets with extreme I/O bandwidth. Lenovo TruScale offers flexibility for customers to onboard AI workloads as-a-service, while Lenovo Professional Services simplify the AI experience. Collaborating with AMD, Lenovo introduced the ThinkSystem SR685a V3 8GPU server for demanding AI workloads, focusing on financial services and healthcare. Additionally, Lenovo launched the ThinkAgile MX455 V3 Edge Premier Solution for AI inferencing and data analysis at the edge, enhancing the customer experience with Azure integration. The company also unveiled the Lenovo ThinkSystem SD535 V3 server for intensive transaction processing, maximizing performance per rack. Moreover, Lenovo introduced AI Advisory and Professional Services to assist businesses in navigating the AI landscape effectively, from strategy development to deployment and scaling.

Lenovo introduces LISSA, an AI-powered sustainability engine, to help businesses make data-driven and sustainable IT buying decisions. LISSA estimates emissions impact, offers sustainability insights, and supports IT decarbonization goals. Lenovo aims to empower customers with AI-enabled recommendations to drive measurable sustainability outcomes.

Lenovo introduces new ThinkCentre desktops powered by AMD Ryzen PRO 8000 Series Desktop Processors, offering AI capabilities and energy efficiency for modern businesses.

Lenovo introduces the ThinkSmart Tiny Kit and ThinkPad Universal USB-C Smart Dock to enhance meeting spaces for hybrid work environments. These solutions aim to improve collaboration and provide IT managers with managed meeting spaces. The ThinkSmart Tiny Kit includes the ThinkCentre M70q Gen 4 compute module and ThinkSmart Controller, while the ThinkPad dock offers data analytics capabilities and flexibility for BYOD rooms. The products are designed to address the growing need for smarter meeting spaces in the era of hybrid work.

Lenovo and NVIDIA announce new hybrid AI solutions at NVIDIA GTC, empowering businesses with generative AI applications, enhanced computing capabilities, and efficient AI deployment. Lenovo's collaboration with NVIDIA aims to accelerate AI implementation across industries, delivering breakthrough advancements in efficiency and performance.

Lenovo introduces Lenovo Certified Refurbished to extend device lifecycles and enhance sustainability through cost-efficient IT choices, catering to diverse computing needs. TruScale DaaS customers can optimize their IT mix with circularity in mind, reducing e-waste and supporting the circular economy. The initiative aligns with Lenovo's commitment to sustainability, offering quality refurbished PCs with up to three years of warranty.

Akeso (9926.HK) announced positive results from a phase II clinical trial on cadonilimab for recurrent/metastatic cervical cancer. The study, published in Clinical Cancer Research, showed high response rates, long-term survival benefits, and manageable safety. Cadonilimab demonstrated efficacy regardless of PD-L1 status, with promising outcomes in combination with standard treatment.

Lenovo unveils AI devices, software, and services at MWC 2024, showcasing innovative proof of concept devices and a commitment to sustainability. The company introduces futuristic AI PCs for business, Smart Connect software for a unified ecosystem, and Integrated Edge AI Solutions for Telco. Lenovo emphasizes sustainability through refurbished PCs and pay-as-you-go services.