Flexible Access

Arm is expanding into the edge AI market, offering its Armv9 platform to startups via the Flexible Access program. This provides access to Arm technologies and resources, de-risking chip design and fostering innovation. The Armv9 platform, featuring the Cortex-A320 and Ethos-U85 NPU, enables on-device AI processing for applications like intelligent cameras and smart home devices, addressing latency, bandwidth, and privacy concerns. VDC predicts AI will dominate IoT by 2028, and Arm aims to capitalize on this growth by making advanced technology accessible to developers involved in edge AI solutions.