From India Today: 2024-03-30 04:59:37

Tech giants Microsoft and OpenAI plan to build a $100 billion supercomputer named “Stargate” for advanced AI applications by 2028. The project will revolutionize data centers and unlock AI’s true potential.

Stargate is the pinnacle of Microsoft and OpenAI’s comprehensive AI plan, marking the fifth and final stage. The project includes developing specialized AI chips crucial for the supercomputer’s functionality, revolutionizing AI infrastructure.

A surge in demand for generative AI has led to a scarcity of GPUs, bottlenecking AI progress. Nvidia’s chip shortage and high prices have prompted industry giants to form the “United Acceleration Foundation” to democratize AI technology and foster innovation.

Microsoft’s partnership with OpenAI and the unified efforts of industry stakeholders to advance AI capabilities through projects like Stargate signal a transformative shift in the AI landscape. Collaboration and innovation are key to shaping a more inclusive and groundbreaking future in AI technology.



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