According to IBM, the z17 delivers 50% more AI inference capacity than its predecessor, the z16, while preserving the performance, security, and reliability for which the mainframe is known.

Earlier this month, IBM unveiled the z17, calling it the "next generation" of its key mainframe offerings that will feature AI capabilities across hardware, software, and systems operations.

IBM is releasing the latest version of its mainframe hardware that includes new updates meant to accelerate AI adoption. The hardware and consulting company on Monday announced IBM z17 ...