Google reportedly in talks with Samsung to manufacture part of next-gen AI chip
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Michael Robuck
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Google is reportedly in discussions with Samsung Electronics to manufacture part of its next-generation AI processor, potentially using Samsung's 2-nanometer production technology. According to The Information, TSMC would produce the main computing component of Google's tensor processing unit (TPU), codenamed Icefish, while Samsung may manufacture a component that connects it to memory. Reuters also reports Google is working with chip designer MediaTek on the overall design. The Icefish chip is still in development.
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The Information reported Google plans for TSMC to produce the main computing component of its tensor processing unit (TPU), codenamed Icefish
Reuters reported the tech giant is also working with chip designer MediaTek on the overall design
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