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AI Chip Development and Competition

The market for AI chips is becoming increasingly competitive, with companies like Nvidia, AMD, and Huawei vying for dominance. This competition is driven by the growing demand for AI processing power and is leading to innovation in chip design and manufacturing.

Detected: 2026-01-18 · Updated: 2026-01-18

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