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AMD buys chip startup that hardwires AI models into its silicon

The startup’s current chip supports a smaller Llama 3.1 model, and it is developing versions for larger, more advanced models.

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CNBC World reports that AMD has agreed to buy chip startup Taalas, a move aimed at embedding AI model functions directly into silicon rather than relying solely on external processing.

The outlet says Taalas’ current chip is built to run a small version of Meta’s Llama 3.1 model.

CNBC World adds that Taalas is working on chips intended to handle bigger and more advanced AI models, reflecting a push toward deeper on chip acceleration as model sizes grow.

The transaction underscores how major semiconductor players are pursuing hardware designs that can execute specific AI workloads more efficiently.

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