From data stores to data engines: VAST Data’s AI OS evolution
What is the VAST Data’s global operating system designed for?
VAST Data's global operating system for AI is designed to address the growing complexities of data management and AI deployment across geographies and organizations1. It provides a unified platform for handling data management, AI processing, and analytics across diverse environments, simplifying AI infrastructure and streamlining operations.
What components make up the VAST Data’s AI infrastructure?
VAST Data's AI infrastructure comprises three key components: the VAST Data Store for unstructured data storage, the VAST Database for SQL querying of metadata generated from AI inferences, and the VAST Data Engine for triggering functions based on incoming data2. This integrated approach simplifies AI infrastructure and streamlines operations.
How much did VAST Data raise in their Series E funding round?
VAST Data raised $118 million in their Series E funding round, led by Fidelity Management & Research Company5. This investment increased the company's valuation to $9.1 billion, nearly tripling its previous valuation of $3.7 billion since 2021.