At Tech World 2024, Lenovo's CEO Yuanqing Yang and CTO Tolga Kurtoglu outlined the company's commitment to hybrid AI solutions, emphasizing their unique position in the market.
Yang highlighted the importance of personal relationships in tech partnerships, referencing his long-standing connection with Intel's CEO Pat Gelsinger. He stated, "Trust is fundamental for building strategies and partnerships between companies."
The discussion shifted to Lenovo's focus on hybrid AI, which combines public cloud AI with on-premises models, aiming to differentiate the company in a crowded AI landscape.
Kurtoglu elaborated on the technical aspects, stressing the need for customization and integration between on-premise and cloud solutions. He noted that Lenovo is committed to providing comprehensive AI solutions, not just hardware.
Yang also addressed data privacy and security, asserting that Lenovo prioritizes responsible AI governance to gain user trust, essential for widespread AI adoption.
He claimed, "We are the only company with a clear definition of PC AI, featuring five key characteristics," positioning Lenovo for growth in this emerging sector.
Yang's vision includes a personal AI experience across multiple devices, which he believes will enhance productivity. He concluded that Lenovo aims for a significant role in the future of computing, competing against giants like Apple, Google, and Microsoft.