CUSTOM SILICON CHIPS
eInfochips joins TSMC Design Center Alliance to accelerate semiconductor innovation
The TSMC DCA program focuses on chip-implementation services and system-level design solutions to help lower design barriers for customers adopting TSMC technology.
How AI made Mark Zuckerberg popular again in Silicon Valley
Meta's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, introduced an open-source AI system, challenging closed models like OpenAI. Jeffrey Emanuel, a hacker and AI enthusiast, initially skeptical, was impressed by Meta's move to make the code freely accessible.
HCLTech, Arm collaborate to work on custom silicon chips for AI-led biz
The partnership will enable semiconductor manufacturers, system OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) and cloud services providers to enhance the computing efficiency of their data centre environments, HCLTech said in a statement.
Bengaluru startup that makes silicon replacement for chips to scale production
Single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs), which Bengaluru-based NoPo makes, have applications of a wide range, from EV battery manufacturing, where the material can improve energy density, to design of semiconductors.
Zoho plans $700 million foray into chipmaking
Indian software giant Zoho is considering a $700 million investment in chip manufacturing, focusing on compound semiconductors for specialized applications. The proposal, under review by India's IT ministry, aligns with the country's semiconductor agenda, aiming to compete globally. Zoho seeks government incentives to establish the operation, aiming to diversify its business.
Apple unveils new AI-focused chip in iPad Pro upgrade
Apple introduces M4 chip in iPad Pro for AI tasks, focusing on AI integration. New iPad Air models with M2 chip. Analysts highlight importance of neural engine in Apple's latest products.
US topples China as Taiwan's largest export market due to chips, AI demand
Self-ruled Taiwan is a microchip-manufacturing powerhouse, churning out the world's most advanced silicon wafers necessary to power everything from e-vehicles and satellites to fighter jets and increasingly to power AI technology.
Meta debuts new generation of AI chip
Meta planned to deploy a new version of a custom data center chip to address the swelling amount of computing power necessary to run AI products in Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp.
Mukesh Bansal’s Cultfit gets new CEO; Google unveils Arm-based chip
Cultfit has formally appointed Naresh Krishnaswamy as CEO. Details on this and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Google unveils Arm-based chip in fight with rivals to make cloud computing more affordable
The new custom silicon chip processor, which is already powering YouTube ads, Google Earth Engine and other Google services, will become available for customers later in 2024.
Chip startup SiMa raises $70 million to quicken AI on cars and robots
SiMa.ai raised $70 million from Maverick Capital, Point72, Jericho, Amplify Partners, Dell Technologies Capital, and Fidelity Management. The startup designs chips for AI applications in consumer devices to process data into different content forms for a future where AI is mainstream.
Nvidia unveils powerful Blackwell Chip: All you need to know
Jensen Huang introduced the Blackwell chip for trillion-parameter AI models, with partnerships from tech giants like Google and Microsoft. The chip powers India's Shakti Cloud and boasts impressive performance metrics compared to its predecessor.
Nvidia eases as investors look out for details on new AI chip
Nvidia shares dipped on Tuesday after having more than tripled in value in the past year, as investors awaited more details on the company's latest AI chip that is expected to further cement its lead in the industry.
Nvidia unveils flagship AI chip, the B200, aiming to extend dominance
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang introduces faster B200 chip at GTC 2024, emphasizing AI industry leadership. New software tools aid model sales. Competition from Intel and startups may impact market share.
India chip strategy makes progress with $21 billion in proposals
Semiconductors have grown into a key geopolitical battleground, with the US, Japan and China investing heavily in developing domestic capabilities. Modi’s push to turn India into a global manufacturing hub also includes luring global chipmakers to the country — a bid to catch up in the sector to save money on expensive imports and enhance a growing smartphone assembly industry.
Nvidia stock surges as revenue forecast tops estimates, AI demand continues
The already-hefty demand for the company's data center chips and graphics processing units (GPUs) continues to grow as firms scramble to expand their AI offerings. Nvidia's silicon dominates the global market for AI chips, where it counts the likes of Microsoft among its customers.
Nvidia chases $30 billion custom chip market with new unit
The dominant global designer and supplier of AI chips aims to capture a portion of an exploding market for custom AI chips and to protect itself from the growing number of companies interested in finding alternatives to its products.
Meta to deploy in-house custom chips this year to power AI drive: memo
Facebook owner Meta Platforms plans to deploy a new version of its custom chip, called Artemis, in its data centers this year. The chip aims to support Meta's AI push and reduce dependence on Nvidia's dominant chips. Meta's investment in specialized chips and data center reconfiguration for AI applications has been costly.
Intel challenges Nvidia, Qualcomm with 'AI PC' chips for cars
Chinese automaker Zeekr will be the first automaker to use Intel's AI system on a chip to create "an enhanced living room experience" in vehicles, including AI voice assistants and video conferencing, Intel's automotive business chief Jack Weast said ahead of the CES technology show in Las Vegas.
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