“Etched raises $800 million to challenge Nvidia with AI inference chips optimized for model deployment rather than training.”
Etched, a startup focusing on AI chips optimized for running models, has secured $800 million in funding. The company aims to compete with Nvidia, which leads in AI training chips, by targeting the inference chip market.
Major investors include Jane Street and Venture Tech Alliance, reflecting strong confidence in Etched's approach as AI deployment demand grows. CEO Gavin Uberti has actively shared the company's vision in a shifting AI hardware landscape.
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