Nvidia, known for its rapid growth in recent months, shows no signs of slowing down. The company unveiled its new AI chip, the B200 or “Blackwell” chip, at the GTC event. This chip is expected to perform tasks 30 times faster than its predecessor, with CEO Jensen Huang introducing a range of new software tools at the conference.
As the third-most valuable company in the US, Nvidia continues to make significant strides with its Blackwell platform. This platform is set to support tech giants like AWS, Microsoft, Google, Meta, Dell Technologies, and OpenAI in accelerating their AI initiatives.
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Nvidia has seen substantial AI and generative AI breakthroughs, with CEO Jensen Huang aiming for the company to become the world’s first trillion-dollar semiconductor stock. Shares have continued to rise, with the company valued at US$2tn in February 2024. Nvidia remains dedicated to leading the way in high-end chips, having recently released the H200 chip for training AI models.
The B200 chip, a breakthrough in chip technology, reportedly offers double the power of Nvidia’s previous generation of chips. Major customers like Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI are expected to utilize this chip in cloud-computing services and AI developments. Nvidia has also announced partnerships with Google Cloud and SAP to enhance AI development and adoption.
In addition, Nvidia is launching a new line of chips for chatbots in vehicles, with leading Chinese EV manufacturers BYD and Xpeng incorporating these chips. Both companies are focused on expanding their internal AI capabilities, including voice assistant initiatives to enhance customer experience.