GPU computing has become a fundamental pillar for the development of artificial intelligence applications. From video generation platforms to advanced coding assistants, an increasing number of startups and tech companies require infrastructure capable of handling large-scale model training and execution tasks. To meet this growing demand, DigitalOcean has launched its new offering of Bare Metal servers with NVIDIA H100 GPUs, available from its data center in Amsterdam, providing maximum processing power with low latency for companies operating in European markets.
Minimal latency and maximum performance for AI in Europe
Bare Metal servers allow companies to work with dedicated hardware, free from virtualization layers and shared resources, eliminating “noisy neighbor” issues that can affect performance. This solution is crucial for real-time AI applications, where every millisecond counts:
- AI conversation platforms with natural interactions.
- Computer vision systems that process live images or videos.
- Personalized recommendation engines.
- Video games and interactive experiences with dynamic AI.
DigitalOcean’s data center in Amsterdam is strategically located at one of Europe’s main connectivity hubs, ensuring robust connectivity and quick response times for European users. This significantly reduces latency compared to using servers outside the region, a determining factor for an uninterrupted user experience.
Commitment to privacy and data sovereignty
One of the major added values of this infrastructure is compliance with European data protection and sovereignty regulations. By keeping data within EU borders, companies in the banking, health, or government sectors can demonstrate compliance with specific regulations.
Furthermore, recent studies highlight that European consumers increasingly value the local residency of data. In countries like France and Germany, only 34% of respondents would be willing to share health data beyond their borders. DigitalOcean’s proposal enables the maintenance of data custody within Europe, simplifying compliance strategy for both startups and large enterprises.
High-level specifications for ambitious projects
DigitalOcean’s Bare Metal machines in Amsterdam feature a configuration designed for the most demanding developments:
| GPU Model | GPU Count | GPU RAM | CPU (x2) | System RAM | NVMe Storage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA HGX H100 | 8 | 640 GB | Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8468 | 2.048 GiB | 61.44 TiB |
Key advantages of this dedicated environment:
- Maximum performance with no virtualization overhead.
- Complete control over the system to fine-tune drivers, manage memory, and make custom configurations.
- Increased security through physical isolation.
- Reliability and consistent response times for inference and training.
- Architecture optimized for large-scale AI projects.
Success stories: Prodia
Prodia, an AI image generation platform, has generated over 600 million images in part using DigitalOcean’s GPU infrastructure. According to Stefan Benten, head of infrastructure at Prodia:
“We leverage DigitalOcean’s global GPU infrastructure to provide an agile service and a simple API for AI image generation, thanks to their efficient, developer-focused platform.”
Conclusion
The Bare Metal GPUs in Amsterdam from DigitalOcean position themselves as a key solution for any company looking to train language models, execute real-time inference processes, or develop custom AI systems while complying with European regulations.
With a transparent pricing structure that includes storage and bandwidth, along with specialized technical support, this infrastructure removes complications, allowing companies to focus on innovation.
Reservations are now open. Contact the DigitalOcean team to learn how this powerful infrastructure can take your AI project to the next level in the European market.