The hardware that powers Cloudflare: AI-capable Gen 12 servers and more

Join host João Tomé and Cloudflare’s Head of Hardware Engineering, Syona Sarma, for a discussion on Cloudflare’s latest Generation 12 hardware innovations, broadcast from the Lisbon office. As Cloudflare expands its global network across over 330 cities and 120 countries, explore how the company is evolving its hardware infrastructure to meet the demands of modern technology, particularly in the AI era.

This episode offers insights into Gen 12’s key features, including a 2x performance improvement and 60% better power efficiency compared to earlier generations. Learn how Cloudflare’s hardware engineering team is addressing the AI revolution through innovative thermal design, GPU integration for AI inference, and modular architecture for future adaptability. From testing in the Austin lab to global deployment, gain a closer look at how Cloudflare’s hardware is advancing the future of internet technology.