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OpenAI's Custom Inference Chip "Jalapeño"

OpenAI, in partnership with Broadcom and TSMC, has introduced its first custom ASIC optimized for LLM inference, signaling a strategic move to reduce reliance on Nvidia GPUs and control infrastructure costs. The chip marks a broader industry trend where model creators design their own silicon.

Detected: 2026-06-29 · Updated: 2026-06-29

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