Data center semiconductor company Padu is expanding its business by focusing on SSDs and controller technologies tailored for AI data centers. The company aims to transition from a single SSD controller focus to a comprehensive solution provider that meets the performance, efficiency, and security demands of AI data centers.
Padu participated in the '2026 OCP Korea Tech Day' held on August 21 at COEX in Seoul, where it presented its technological direction regarding the evolving roles of flash memory and SSDs in AI data centers. Approximately 1,500 attendees were present at this year's event.
In a keynote address, Dr. Kim Seung-min of Padu forecasted that the increasing data processing demands in AI data centers will change the roles of SSDs and controllers. He highlighted the need for next-generation controllers to focus on processing performance for small input/output units, consistent latency, and security performance driven by GPUs.
Padu plans to address these demands through the development of next-generation Gen6 controllers and Gen7 technologies. The event featured demonstrations of Gen6 SSD technology, along with the unveiling of key products and technology portfolios for AI data centers.
This strategy aligns with Padu's 'Padu 2.0' vision presented at FMS 2026, emphasizing the expansion of its product lines and solutions to meet the needs of AI data centers rather than concentrating solely on a single SSD controller product. As investments in AI data centers extend beyond servers to encompass storage and memory infrastructure, semiconductor companies are broadening their business scopes.
Padu is committed to enhancing its competitiveness in the SSD and storage market for AI data centers through innovation not only in research and development but also across the organization.
Nam Ihyun, CEO of Padu, stated, "OCP Korea Tech Day is a major event where global big tech and semiconductor companies come together. We will strengthen our market leadership through an SSD and storage portfolio optimized for AI data centers."
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