Qualcomm and Advantech Team Up to Advance Edge AI for IoT Solutions
Qualcomm and Advantech Team Up to Advance Edge AI for IoT Solutions
TAIPEI, TAIWAN — May 19, 2025 Less than a week ago, at COMPUTEX 2025, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announced a strategic collaboration with Advantech, aiming to accelerate the deployment of edge artificial intelligence (AI) in Internet of Things (IoT) applications. The alliance integrates Qualcomm’s advanced technology with Advantech’s edge platforms to drive faster development and deployment of intelligent systems across industrial sectors.
The announcement cements Advantech’s role within Qualcomm’s growing IoT ecosystem. By adopting Qualcomm’s latest technologies, Advantech will embed edge computing and AI capabilities into a wide range of form factors—paving the way for real-time, intelligent decision-making at the edge.
Earlier in 2025, Qualcomm launched its Qualcomm Dragonwing™ platform—a portfolio designed for high-performance, low-latency edge AI computing. As part of this collaboration, Advantech is integrating multiple Dragonwing solutions into its offerings. These include:
- The Qualcomm Dragonwing™ QCS6490 processor, supporting smart panels, AI cameras, and embedded modules.
- The Qualcomm Dragonwing™ IQ8 and IQ9 platforms, designed for edge AI systems and robotic controllers.
These technologies will power intelligent edge devices in sectors such as smart manufacturing, medical devices, robotics, retail, and urban infrastructure, enabling scalable and efficient AI-driven applications.
To support rapid development, Qualcomm and Advantech are jointly promoting a comprehensive toolchain for Edge AI developers. This includes support for enablement platforms such as Edge Impulse and Foundries.io, along with Advantech’s EdgeAI SDK, which provides no-code and low-code options for training AI models. The inclusion of a curated model zoo further streamlines the development process, helping reduce time-to-market for next-generation IoT solutions.
“We are excited to deepen our collaboration with Advantech, a leader in the IoT and embedded computing markets,” said Nakul Duggal, Group General Manager, Automotive and Industrial & Embedded IoT, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “By combining our AI and connectivity innovations with Advantech’s edge platforms, we are accelerating the shift to intelligent, autonomous systems.”
“We’re proud to expand our collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies,” added Miller Chang, President of Advantech’s Embedded Sector. “Through the Dragonwing platform and our EdgeAI SDK, we are jointly enabling scalable edge AI applications across industries.”
This expanded partnership underscores a mutual vision: transforming how industries adopt AI at the edge through secure, scalable, and high-performance systems. As edge computing continues to evolve, Qualcomm and Advantech aim to lead the shift toward intelligent automation in industrial IoT environments.
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a global leader in developing technologies that power intelligent computing everywhere—from mobile devices to industrial systems. With more than four decades of expertise, Qualcomm delivers AI-first platforms, energy-efficient processing, and breakthrough connectivity solutions that drive digital transformation across industries.
The company’s Snapdragon® and Dragonwing™ platforms are built to support advanced computing, IoT, and AI workloads in both consumer and enterprise environments. Qualcomm works closely with an extensive ecosystem of partners to deliver scalable innovation in sectors including smart cities, automotive, robotics, and manufacturing.
Qualcomm Incorporated includes its licensing arm, QTL, and holds the majority of Qualcomm’s patent portfolio. Product development and the majority of engineering functions are managed by Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated. Snapdragon and Qualcomm-branded products are offered by Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Qualcomm patents are licensed by Qualcomm Incorporated. adopting proactive monitoring, and fostering global collaboration, stakeholders can ensure IoT drives progress rather than enabling crime. The fight against such networks continues, demanding vigilance to contain the risks.
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