Red Hat Factory with NVIDIA Expands Support for a New Class of Autonomous Agents in the Enterprise

 Red Hat Factory with NVIDIA Expands Support for a New Class of Autonomous Agents in the Enterprise

Strategic co-engineering collaboration helps enterprises move from pilot to production with infrastructure-enforced security, compliance, and lifecycle management — enabling trusted, always-on AI operations at scale.

 

 

June 16^th, 2026 – Red Hat, the world’s leading provider of open source solutions, announced new milestones in its co-engineered Red Hat AI Factory with NVIDIA software platform—advancing enterprise adoption of AI and autonomous, long-running agents. The latest updates introduce enhanced security capabilities for continuously operating agents and deliver ready-to-deploy solutions that help organizations move from experimentation to production faster and with confidence. Powered by the consistency and integrated AI platform capabilities of Red Hat AI Enterprise along with the open models, advanced tools, and frameworks within NVIDIA AI Enterprise, this solution provides a unified, scalable foundation for production-grade agentic AI.

 

Providing a safe runtime for a new class of agents

OpenShell is an open source project founded by NVIDIA that provides a sandboxed runtime for autonomous AI agents, built to give enterprises stronger policy controls, safer tool use, and auditable operations. It governs how agents execute, what they can access, and where inference is routed. With OpenShell, organizations gain a single, unified policy layer to control and monitor how autonomous agents operate. 

 

Joint engineering work is underway to integrate OpenShell with Red Hat’s full-stack AI platform to help maintain oversight and policy at the infrastructure level.  Also, as a key contributor to the OpenShell upstream open source project, Red Hat is helping to standardize how autonomous agents are managed across the hybrid cloud.

 

AI sovereignty, security and architectural control with confidential containers

Beyond the software-defined governance, the Red Hat AI Factory with NVIDIA extends the trust boundary and enforces policies at the hardware level with confidential computing. This  is designed to protect against the runtime compromise of agents, even if another agent is breached. Now available in technology preview, users can run confidential containers with NVIDIA Confidential Computing as part of Red Hat OpenShift sandboxed containers.

 

This hardware-enforced protection is further bolstered by a zero-trust architecture that integrates features like SELinux, FIPS compliance, and NVIDIA DOCA-based runtime protection. By layering these controls from the core data center to the edge, the Red Hat AI Factory with NVIDIA helps enterprises protect critical assets in highly distributed environments and address evolving security and governance directives, including those introduced by frameworks such as the EU AI Act.

 

Unified lifecycle management and Model-as-a-Service

Red Hat AI Factory with NVIDIA software now incorporates the breadth of innovations in Red Hat AI 3.4. This includes a new, governed Model-as-a-Service (MaaS) experience delivered via the Red Hat AI gateway, providing developers with streamlined access to curated models—such as NVIDIA Nemotron—through standard OpenAI-compatible interfaces. To support operational oversight, the factory integrates production-ready lifecycle management powered by MLflow, enabling end-to-end tracing of LLM calls, tool execution, and reasoning step. This unified framework bridges the gap between developer velocity and operational stability, allowing organizations to audit how an agent arrived at an outcome.    

 

Enhanced support for NVIDIA Blackwell and Vera Rubin

Red Hat Enterprise Linux for NVIDIA 26.01, now generally available, marks a critical step forward for      Red Hat      to provide Day 0 support for NVIDIA architectures. While the first iteration supports NVIDIA      Blackwell,  the companies are already co-engineering future releases to support the upcoming NVIDIA Vera Rubin platform     . In addition, NVIDIA Run:ai, now included as part of NVIDIA AI Enterprise, is available to Red Hat AI Factory with NVIDIA customers.

 

With this release, Red Hat strengthens the foundational support of the Red Hat AI Factory with NVIDIA and will also extend across the entire Red Hat AI portfolio, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux AI, Red Hat OpenShift AI and Red Hat AI Enterprise, to fuel rapid development on the latest AI infrastructure across the hybrid cloud.

 

Blueprints designed to accelerate enterprise AI production

To accelerate time-to-value, Red Hat and NVIDIA are providing validated, co-developed NVIDIA AI Blueprints and AI quickstarts that simplify the deployment of complex AI patterns. These validated blueprints guide teams through critical use cases, including Model-as-a-Service for unified API model access, Enterprise Research for high-speed semantic reasoning against proprietary data, and Enterprise RAG & RAFT for grounding agents in proprietary data with NVIDIA NeMo Retriever and Red Hat governance controls. Additional blueprints are currently in development as part of the platform's ongoing roadmap.

 

Availability

Red Hat AI Factory with NVIDIA updates and Red Hat AI 3.4 are expected to be available later this month.

 

Customers can access the latest Red Hat Enterprise Linux for NVIDIA drivers and specialized builds through the Red Hat Customer Portal. Red Hat AI Factory with NVIDIA software is available now.

 

Supporting Quotes

Chris Wright, chief technology officer and senior vice president, Global Engineering, Red Hat

"Moving AI from corporate experimentation to an industrial engine requires a sovereign, consistent foundation across the hybrid cloud. Through our strategic co-engineering efforts with NVIDIA, Red Hat provides the architectural control and open source innovation enterprises need to scale agentic AI with confidence. By delivering a hardened, zero-trust path for organizations to own their intelligence, we are enabling our customers to maintain technical independence in an increasingly complex global landscape."

 

Justin Boitano, vice president, Enterprise AI Platforms, NVIDIA

“Agentic AI is transforming enterprise operations. Every company will need an AI factory to build, deploy and govern digital workers at scale. Red Hat and NVIDIA are co-engineering the Red Hat AI Factory with NVIDIA, bringing NVIDIA OpenShell, NVIDIA Confidential Computing and the full AI stack together so enterprises can securely run their most demanding agentic AI workloads.”    

     

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• Explore the Red Hat AI Factory with NVIDIA      
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• Check out Red Hat Device Edge now available on NVIDIA Jetson Orin
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LG LAUNCHES ‘PERFECT FIT KITCHEN RENOVATION’ CAMPAIGN, ELEVATING SUMMER HOME EXPERIENCES For a limited time, customers who purchase LG’s premium built-in appliances have a chance to win a complete kitchen renovation worth AED 65,000, perfect for upgrading their home this summer.

NEWS SUMMARY LG launches its ‘Perfect Fit Kitchen Renovation’ campaign in the UAE, running from June 15 to August 13. Customers who purchase AED 8,000 or more of LG built-in appliances will be eligible to win a complete kitchen renovation worth AED 65,000, supplied by Sultaco. The campaign aligns with the summer season of home entertaining and renovation, positioning LG’s smart, built-in appliances as the ideal upgrade for a stylish and efficient home.

DUBAI, UAE, 16 June 2026 –  As summer begins, the home once again becomes a central hub for family gatherings, entertaining guests, and creating lasting memories. The kitchen, in particular, experiences increased activity as families prepare refreshing drinks, host dinner parties, and enjoy more time together indoors. Understanding the desire for a seamless and stylish home environment, LG Electronics (LG) is launching its “Perfect Fit Kitchen Renovation” campaign. From June 15 to August 13, customers in the UAE who make a single purchase of LG built-in appliances worth AED 8,000 or more will be eligible to win a complete kitchen renovation valued at AED 65,000. The renovation will be expertly handled by Sultaco, the official kitchen supplier for the campaign. Effortless Summer Entertaining Crafted to work discreetly in the background and designed to simplify daily routines and create more opportunities for togetherness, LG’s built-in appliances provide unwavering support. From casual family breakfasts to large summer get-togethers, LG’s intelligent technology empowers families with advanced freshness systems within its concealed refrigerators, promising that fresh produce and beverages remain perfectly chilled and ready for summer salads and refreshing drinks.   As evening approaches, the precision of an LG built-in cooktop or oven guarantees that preparations for summer feasts are handled with speed and accuracy, turning meal creation into an efficient and enjoyable process, while the elegant LG built-in hood silently clears the air, maintaining a fresh and pleasant kitchen environment for guests. Quicker still, a sleek built-in LG microwave dishes up hot meals in a flash and offers convenient auto cook menus. Beyond gastronomy, LG addresses the demands of hosting, and after large summer dinner parties clear up, with the advanced cleaning power of its built-in dishwasher handling the heaviest loads with ease, ensuring effortless maximizing of precious family time away from tidying chores. Smart Control for Connected Living The LG ThinQ™ app, too, acts as an intelligent assistant, delivering remote control and notifications for appliances, simplifying routines, and even helping manage energy usage – a quiet innovation allowing families to dedicate more energy to enjoying their summer activities. Designed for What Truly Matters LG knows that modern technology's true purpose is to enhance lifestyle, and its built-in range works in harmony with the rhythm of summer, providing quiet support so that the focus remains firmly on family, friends, and the joy of togetherness. The seamless integration and premium design of LG’s built-in appliances create calm, harmonious environments, perfectly suited for welcoming guests and fostering meaningful interactions. LG is committed to enhancing home life by providing smart solutions that make space for what truly matters: family and shared experiences. To learn more about LG’s range of innovative, discreet built-in home appliances and the “Perfect Fit Kitchen Renovation” campaign, please visit: https://www.lg.com/ae/built-in-appliances/perfectly-fits-kitchen-renovation/ # # #   "إل جي" تكشف عن حملة "التجديد الأمثل للمطبخ" لإضفاء لمسة مميزة على التجارب المنزلية خلال موسم الصيف "إل جي" ستمنح، ولفترة محدودة، عملاءها فرصة استثنائية لربح تجديد شامل للمطبخ بقيمة 65,000 درهم عند شرائهم أجهزتها المدمجة الفاخرة، بهدف الارتقاء بالطابع الجمالي للمنازل وتجاربها اليومية خلال أشهر  الصيف  ملخص الخبر إل جي تطلق حملة "التجديد الأمثل للمطبخ" Perfect Fit Kitchen Renovation في الإمارات من 15 يونيو إلى 13 أغسطس. كل عميل يشتري أجهزة مدمجة من إل جي بقيمة 8,000 درهم أو أكثر يصبح مؤهلاً لربح تجديد شامل للمطبخ بقيمة 65,000 درهم، بتنفيذ من شركة سلطاكو. الحملة تتزامن مع موسم الصيف الذي يشهد إقبالاً متزايداً على استضافة الضيوف وتجديد المنازل، مما يجعل أجهزة إل جي الذكية المدمجة الخيار الأمثل لتجديد المنزل وجعله أكثر أناقة وعملية.  دبي، الإمارات العربية المتحدة,   16 يونيو 2026 – مع حلول فصل الصيف، يعود المنزل ليصبح محور التجمعات العائلية، واستضافة الأصدقاء، وخلق ذكريات لا تُنسى. ويبرز المطبخ تحديداً كمساحة تنبض بالحياة مع تحضير المشروبات المنعشة، وتنظيم حفلات العشاء، والاستمتاع بوقت أطول مع العائلة داخل المنزل. وانطلاقاً من فهمها لرغبة العائلات في بيئة منزلية أنيقة وعصرية، تُطلق إل جي إلكترونيكس (إل جي) حملة "التجديد الأمثل للمطبخ" Perfect Fit Kitchen Renovation، التي تمنح العملاء في الإمارات فرصة لربح تجديد شامل للمطبخ بقيمة 65,000 درهم عند شراء أجهزة إل جي المدمجة بقيمة 8,000 درهم أو أكثر، وذلك خلال الفترة من 15 يونيو إلى 13 أغسطس. ويتولى تنفيذ التجديد بكفاءة واحترافية شركة سلطاكو، المورد الرسمي للمطابخ ضمن الحملة. تجارب استضافة صيفية لا مثيل لها تعمل أجهزة إل جي المدمجة بتناغم تام داخل المنزل، حيث صُممت لتكون جزءاً خفياً وفعالاً من الروتين اليومي، وتخلق المزيد من فرص التواصل والتجمع العائلي. فمن وجبات الإفطار السريعة إلى التجمعات الصيفية الكبيرة، تمنح تقنيات إل جي الذكية العائلات أنظمة متقدمة للحفاظ على الطعام في أفضل حال داخل ثلاجاتها المدمجة، مما يضمن بقاء الخضروات طازجة والمشروبات باردة تماماً وجاهزة لتحضير سلطات الصيف والعصائر المنعشة. ومع حلول المساء، يضمن الموقد أو الفرن المدمج من إل جي دقة وسرعة في إعداد الأطباق، مما يجعل تحضير الطعام عملية فعّالة وممتعة، بينما يعمل الشفاط المدمج بهدوء تام للحفاظ على هواء المطبخ نقياً ومنعشاً. أما الميكروويف المدمج من إل جي فيقدم وجبات ساخنة خلال ثوانٍ، مع قوائم طهي تلقائية تسهل الحياة اليومية. وبعد انتهاء حفلات العشاء الصيفية الكبيرة، تتولى غسالة الأطباق المدمجة مهمة التنظيف الشاق، بقدرة عالية على التعامل مع الأحمال الكبيرة، مما يمنح العائلات وقتاً أطول للاستمتاع بعيداً عن الأعمال المنزلية. تقنيات تحكم ذكية لحياة أكثر اتصالاً يعمل تطبيق LG ThinQ™  كمساعد منزلي ذكي، يتيح التحكم بالأجهزة عن بُعد، وتلقي الإشعارات، وتنظيم الروتين اليومي، وحتى إدارة استهلاك الطاقة، إنه ابتكار هادئ يمنح العائلات وقتاً أكبر للاستمتاع بالأنشطة الصيفية. تصميم يركز على جوهر الحياة المنزلية تُدرك إل جي أن الهدف الحقيقي للتكنولوجيا الحديثة هو الارتقاء بأسلوب الحياة، وتعمل مجموعتها من الأجهزة المدمجة بتناغم مع أجواء الصيف، لتوفر دعماً هادئاً يتيح التركيز على العائلة والأصدقاء ومتعة اللحظات المشتركة. إن التصميم الراقي والاندماج السلس لأجهزة إل جي المدمجة يخلقان بيئة هادئة ومتناغمة، مثالية لاستقبال الضيوف وتعزيز التفاعلات الهادفة. وتواصل إل جي التزامها بتطوير حلول ذكية تعزز جودة الحياة المنزلية، وتمنح العائلات مساحة أكبر لما يهم حقاً: العائلة والتجارب المشتركة. للاطلاع على مجموعة أجهزة إل جي المنزلية المدمجة المبتكرة، وحملة "التجديد الأمثل للمطبخ"، يرجى زيارة الموقع الإلكتروني:  https://www.lg.com/ae/built-in-appliances/perfectly-fits-kitchen-renovation/ # # #

MBRF’s Knowledge Lounge Celebrates a Decade of Impact with 1,800+ Sessions

 MBRF’s Knowledge Lounge Celebrates a Decade of Impact with 1,800+ Sessions

 

Dubai, UAE - 16 June 2026- The Knowledge Lounge, an initiative of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), is marking a decade of driving knowledge impact and promoting a culture of reading across the Arab world.

Since its launch, the initiative has organized over 1,800 sessions featuring more than 1,500 book discussions with over 350 writers, thinkers, and translators, engaging thousands of readers and enthusiasts. What began as a local reading group called “Ladies Lounge” has evolved into a cross-border knowledge event operating through 15 specialized groups across the UAE, Egypt, Jordan, Oman, Australia, and Canada. In 2020, the initiative was rebranded as Knowledge Lounge to reflect its expanded, inclusive mission.

Beyond book discussions, the initiative has become a space for professional development, nurturing writers, publishers, editors, and knowledge content creators with practical experience in managing discussions and events. Its topics span literature, philosophy, history, science, arts, pers
onal development, and business management, fostering a culture of continuous and diverse learning.

His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, said: “The Knowledge Lounge represents an exemplary model that elevates reading from an individual activity into an interactive social practice that contributes to building awareness, enhancing dialogue, and developing skills.”

He added: “We firmly believe that nurturing robust knowledge societies starts with reading and dialogue, and we continue to support initiatives that create sustainable impact and contribute to a more prosperous tomorrow.”

Knowledge Lounge’s sustained growth is underpinned by a volunteer-driven model rooted in social responsibility. During the COVID-19 pandemic, it seamlessly transitioned to virtual sessions, connecting readers and writers across borders and reinforcing its adaptability. Community outreach efforts have extended its reach further, with activities organized in partnership with schools, senior care centers, and orphanages.

The Knowledge Lounge has also championed Emirati literature by spotlighting local authors and publications, strengthening the presence of Emirati books in the broader Arab reading landscape.

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FOR CLIMATE FINANCE TO REACH THE GROUND IN AFRICA, NATIONAL AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS MUST WORK TOGETHER

 

FOR CLIMATE FINANCE TO REACH THE GROUND IN AFRICA, NATIONAL AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS MUST WORK TOGETHER   High-level dialogue showcases lessons from Kenya, Ghana and South Africa on strengthening enabling frameworks, improving coordination and scaling investment for local climate action   Nairobi, Kenya - As the world faces a growing climate finance gap, Africa is no exception. The continent requires an estimated USD 155 billion annually to meet its climate and development goals, yet only around USD 30 billion is currently mobilised each year. The question is no longer whether more finance is needed, but how to ensure it reaches the cities, regions and communities on the frontlines of climate action.    To address this challenge, national and subnational leaders convened during the 2026 Clean Air Transport Finance Academy for the high-level dialogue, "Unlocking Subnational Climate Finance in Africa: From Barriers to Scalable Solutions," co-hosted by the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM) and C40 Cities in partnership with the World Resources Institute (WRI), to explore how stronger partnerships between national and local governments can help unlock climate finance and accelerate action where it is needed most.   Closing this gap will require not only greater volumes of finance, but also stronger mechanisms that enable subnational governments to access, manage and deploy affordable climate finance that drives climate action implementation at scale. Local leaders are responsible for delivering many of the infrastructure, resilience and development investments needed to achieve national climate goals. Yet they often face significant barriers, including limited access to financing, fragmented institutional arrangements, and regulatory constraints that restrict investment flows.   Building on growing momentum for multilevel climate action across the continent - including the Open Letter to African Ministers of Finance signed by African mayors and governors during last year's Green & Resilient UrbanShift Africa Forum in Nairobi - national government representatives, subnational leaders and climate finance experts gathered to examine practical pathways for overcoming these challenges. Discussions focused on strengthening intergovernmental coordination, improving policy and regulatory frameworks, and deploying proven financial mechanisms that can unlock investment for climate action at the local level.     Njenga Muchekehu, C40 Cities’ Deputy Regional Director for Africa, said:   "Last year in Nairobi, more than 40 African mayors and governors came together to send a clear message: cities and regions are ready to lead on climate action, but they cannot do it alone. Through our Open Letter to African Ministers of Finance, local leaders called for stronger national support to unlock the investment needed to build resilient, low-carbon communities. One year later, we are already seeing the impact of that collective advocacy. The conversation has moved from asking why cities need climate finance to identifying how national governments can help deliver it. From reforms underway in South Africa to growing engagement from continental institutions, momentum is building around a shared understanding that climate finance must reach the local level if Africa is to achieve its climate and development goals."   The CHAMP Coalition high-level dialogue on "Unlocking Subnational Climate Finance in Africa: From Barriers to Scalable Solutions”, convened senior policymakers, city leaders and climate finance experts from across Africa. Participants included representatives from the governments of 2 CHAMP-endorsing countries (Kenya and Ghana) and South Africa, alongside experts from the World Resources Institute (WRI) and delegates from 12 African cities. Speakers included Ms. Hellen Njoki Wanjohi-Opil (WRI), Ms. Isabel Joy Ochieng (Kenya’ National Treasury), Ms. Eunice Inkum (Ghana Ministry of Finance), Dr. Letsepa Pakkies (South Africa's National Treasury), Eng. Abdirahman (Kenya State Department of Transport) and Mr. Obadiah Kung'u Mungai (WRI Africa), who shared experiences and practical approaches to scaling subnational climate finance across the continent. Country Experiences: Emerging Lessons from Across Africa Drawing on experiences from Kenya, Ghana and South Africa, the panel highlighted how national and local governments are already working together to remove barriers and unlock climate finance at scale. While each country is pursuing its own approach, a common lesson emerged: effective subnational climate finance depends on strong national enabling frameworks, clear intergovernmental coordination mechanisms, and financing models that empower local governments to plan, invest and deliver climate action.    In Kenya, a combination of fiscal decentralisation, devolved climate finance mechanisms and private-sector reforms is helping counties access and deploy climate finance more effectively. Initiatives such as County Climate Change Funds and Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) are creating pathways for local governments to translate climate priorities into investment-ready projects.   Isabel Joy Ochieng, Kenya’s Assistant Director, Financial and Sectoral Affairs, said:   "Kenya's experience shows that climate finance reaches communities most effectively when national and county governments work together. Through performance-based grants and pooled financing arrangements, we are strengthening counties' ability to plan, access and manage climate investments. At the same time, reforms to public-private partnerships, investment pipeline development and efforts to improve county creditworthiness are helping unlock new sources of finance and create opportunities to scale local climate action."   In Ghana, fiscal decentralisation reforms are strengthening the role of local governments in delivering climate and development priorities, while creating a more enabling framework for investment at the local level.   Eunice Inkum, Principal Economic Officer, Government of Ghana, said:    "Ghana is advancing a range of reforms to ensure that resources, responsibilities and decision-making are aligned at the local level. Through the principle of 'funds follow functions', increased allocations under the District Assemblies Common Fund, the forthcoming National Decentralisation Policy and emerging tools such as Ghana's Green Taxonomy, we are creating stronger foundations for local governments to access finance and contribute to national climate and development objectives."   In South Africa, ongoing reforms are creating new opportunities for cities to play a greater role in climate finance, investment planning and the implementation of national climate priorities.   Dr. Letsepa Pakkies, South Africa’s Acting Chief Director, Intergovernmental Policy, National Treasury, said:    "South Africa's ongoing municipal and fiscal reforms are helping create an environment where cities can play a stronger role in driving climate action and investment. By strengthening coordination between national and local government, improving planning and financing frameworks, and creating greater opportunities for municipal engagement, we are working to ensure that climate finance can be deployed more effectively where it delivers the greatest impact. These reforms also offer valuable lessons for other countries seeking to strengthen multilevel climate governance."   While the institutional and financial contexts differ across countries, the experiences shared during the dialogue demonstrated that subnational climate finance does not happen by accident. It requires deliberate action by national governments to create enabling policies, strengthen local capacities, improve coordination, and establish financing mechanisms that channel investment to where climate action is actually delivered.    As African countries seek to close the climate finance gap, the lessons emerging from Kenya, Ghana and South Africa provide a practical roadmap for scaling local climate action and building more resilient, sustainable communities across the continent.   Guidance on how to Increase Finance for Subnational Climate Action   Last year's Green & Resilient UrbanShift Africa Forum in Nairobi C40 Cities and the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM) launched a practical guide for national governments participating in the Coalition for High Ambition Multilevel Partnerships (CHAMP), outlining implementation options, proven financing approaches and coordination mechanisms to help increase finance for subnational climate action.

Acer Expands Gaming Portfolio with Predator Atlas 8 Handheld Powered by Intel

 

Acer Expands Gaming Portfolio with Predator Atlas 8 Handheld Powered by Intel

New Predator gaming handheld expands possibilities for mobile gaming, combining new Intel Arc G-Series processors with up to Intel Arc B390 graphics, formidable Predator AeroBlade cooling, stunning visuals, and extensive battery life

 

 

Editor’s Summary

• The Predator Atlas 8 is powered by up to the new Intel Arc G3 Extreme processor, delivering breakthrough handheld performance and battery efficiency for serious PC gamers.
• The new platform is available with up to Intel Arc B390 graphics, which combines ray tracing support and Intel X^eSS 3 AI-powered upscaling to deliver smooth gameplay and high-fidelity visuals in handheld power ranges, maximizing usage on up to an 80 Wh battery.
• Predator AeroBlade cooling combines dual-fan airflow, the first metal fan in a handheld for delivering up to a 10 percent^[[i]] increase in airflow, and Vortex Flow tuning to control thermals and sustain high performance.
• An 8-inch WUXGA 120 Hz touchscreen with Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support delivers smooth, immersive visuals for on-the-go gameplay.
• The device brings the full benefits of Windows 11 gaming experiences, including XBOX Mode, and access to a vast library of games with XBOX Game Pass.

 

 Dubai, United Arab Emirates June 16, 2026 - Acer announced the Predator Atlas 8 (PA08-I51) gaming handheld, broadening the portfolio of high-performance solutions under the Predator brand. The device is powered by up to the new Intel Arc G3 Extreme processor^[[ii]], delivering breakthrough handheld performance and battery efficiency for serious PC gamers to take on the go^[[iii]]. Offering the full Windows 11 experience combined with XBOX Game Pass, the Predator Atlas 8 provides faster access to gaming, system tools, and settings, keeping every session moving with less friction.

Jerry Kao, Chief Operating Officer at Acer, commented: “With the Predator Atlas 8, we are combining the Predator design philosophy with the power of the new Intel Arc G-Series processors to blur the lines between gaming PC and handheld performance. From the Predator AeroBlade cooling system to PredatorSense to the adaptive trigger controls, every element of this handheld is curated to give gamers maximum control over their own experiences, wherever they choose to play.”

Jim Johnson, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Client Computing Group at Intel, remarked: “Handheld gamers want PC-class performance without being tied to a desktop or charger. With Intel Arc G-Series processors and Acer’s Predator Atlas 8, we deliver smooth, high-fidelity gameplay with exceptional battery life in a form factor you can take anywhere. By combining console-like accessibility with innovative technologies like AI-powered XeSS 3 upscaling, we maximize performance and efficiency on the go.”

A New Standard for Handheld Performance

At the heart of the Predator Atlas 8 lies Intel Arc G-Series processors, with a new generation of high-performance graphics built to push smooth gameplay and visual fidelity into handheld power ranges. Up to Intel Arc B390 graphics with support for ray tracing deliver richer visual detail and faster handheld play^[[iv]], while Intel X^eSS 3 technology uses AI-powered upscaling to maintain high frame rates during heavy GPU workloads — reducing stutter and input lag to provide a more consistent gaming experience^[[v]].

To balance its performance with portability, the Predator Atlas 8 offers up to an 80 Wh battery paired with Intel Endurance Gaming, which intelligently balances frame rate and power draw to allow for longer sessions on the road without interruption.

Predator AeroBlade Cooling

Drawing inspiration from the Predator laptop portfolio, the dual-fan cooling system on the device is designed to keep sustained performance under control and debuts the first metal fan in a handheld^[1]. The precision metal Predator AeroBlade fan features 89 blades at just 0.1 mm of thickness, delivering up to a 10 percent^[1] increase in airflow. Working alongside a second fan made of plastic, Vortex Flow tuning uses angled internal channels to guide air through the chassis more efficiently, allowing hot air to exit faster and the system to stay better controlled when gameplay demands escalate.

Immersive Visuals and Audio

The Predator Atlas 8 features an 8-inch WUXGA touchscreen with a 120 Hz refresh rate, 500 nits of peak brightness, support for VRR, and a 16:10 aspect ratio, ensuring vivid visuals, smooth motion during gameplay, brilliant contrasts, and a wider vertical field of view. Its cover glass is protected by Corning^® Gorilla^® Glass Victus™ with DXC, which offers scratch protection and reduces glare so players can maintain visual clarity in a variety of lighting environments. Touch input supports 10-point multi-touch, enabling responsive and intuitive interaction across the full surface of the display.

The device comes equipped with DTS:X^® Ultra audio, delivered through dual 2-Watt speakers, giving games more width, detail, and presence. When communication matters, dual microphones powered by Acer PurifiedVoice provide AI-assisted noise reduction, ensuring chat comes through with greater clarity even during loud, fast-paced gaming moments.

Premium On-the-Go Gameplay Experiences

The Predator Atlas 8’s connectivity is designed around speed, stability, and scalability. Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports support high-bandwidth docking, display output, and accessory connections, while UHS-II microSD support accommodates fast external storage expansion. Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth^® 5.4 keep the device linked at the latest wireless standards.

To get started right out of the box, the device comes with a subscription to XBOX Game Pass, giving players immediate access to hundreds of titles. Running on Windows 11, Predator Atlas 8 combines the performance optimization of XBOX Mode, familiar system access, and broader PC flexibility into one handheld environment, reducing friction between navigation and play while keeping content discovery, launcher access, and key system tools close at hand.

When the real gameplay starts after opening sequences, the control layout for Predator Atlas 8 is built around customization and ergonomics for extended sessions. Full-size analog sticks deliver intuitive gameplay across any game, while a dual-mode design allows for adjusting trigger feedback based on genre. With this capability, users can change control response on command with a trigger switch: a micro-switch mode provides instant-click response for first-person shooter games, while Hall-effect analog control supports racing games, flight simulators, and other games requiring more range and pressure variation.

Rounding out the experience is access to PredatorSense, an app that has been a cornerstone of Predator gaming laptops and is now available on a handheld for the first time. PredatorSense gives players live system monitoring, performance mode activation, customization of RGB lighting, and access to gameplay settings, and a dedicated PredatorSense button enables fast in-game adjustments.

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