Microsoft unveils Maia 300 AI chip to reduce Nvidia reliance

Microsoft announced its third-generation Maia 300 AI chip, designed to serve as the primary inference system for its services. The company plans to deploy the chips at gigawatt scale next year to improve efficiency and reduce dependence on Nvidia GPUs.

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2026-10-12 13:00 · The Verge AI
Microsoft’s new AI chip makes it less reliant on Nvidia’s GPUs

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