OpenAI is exploring the possibility of creating its own artificial-intelligence chips

        According to Reuters news agency, OpenAI has been considering the possibility of manufacturing its own artificial intelligence chips and has evaluated the idea of acquiring a company specializing in this field.

        The company has not made a final decision yet, but it has discussed multiple options to address the scarcity of expensive chips.

        OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, publicly acknowledged the scarcity of graphics processing units (GPUs) and the high associated costs of operating its products. OpenAI has been developing artificial intelligence techniques using Nvidia GPUs, which presents a challenge due to Nvidia's dominance in the market.

        The company faces significant challenges related to the shortage of advanced processors and the high costs of running its products. Efforts to acquire more chips involve the development of its own custom chips or collaborating with other companies like Nvidia while diversifying supply sources.

        Despite these efforts, success is not guaranteed. Additionally, the possibility of acquiring a specialized chip company has been considered to expedite the development of OpenAI's own chips. These efforts could take several years and cost hundreds of millions of dollars.

        Overall, as long as the company remains in the evaluation and consideration phase, it will rely on commercial service providers such as Nvidia and AMD for the time being. The growing demand for specialized artificial intelligence chips underscores the importance of these endeavors.