Alibaba bets on RISC-V for AI

Alibaba has unveiled a new server chip based on the RISC-V architecture, aiming to enhance performance in running artificial intelligence models. The Chinese company claims that this processor is the most powerful ever made with the RISC-V instruction set.

Despite claims of record performance, some analysis suggests that the chip may be several years behind competing Western solutions. It remains to be seen how this new development will fit into the competitive landscape of AI server processors, especially in a context where technological sovereignty is becoming increasingly important.

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