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Nvidia’s AI chips are cheaper to rent in China than US
Arstechnica
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10m ago
Medial
China's cloud providers charge lower prices for renting cloud services with Nvidia's AI chips compared to the US, indicating that these processors are readily available in the Chinese market despite US export restrictions. Four Chinese cloud vendors charge around $6 per hour for servers equipped with eight Nvidia A100 processors, while similar setups from small US vendors cost approximately $10 per hour. The availability of Nvidia chips in China and the circumvention of US restrictions contribute to the lower prices. Larger Chinese cloud operators charge higher prices, but smaller vendors are able to offer competitive rates due to compliance challenges faced by the larger players.
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Nvidia’s CEO still plans to sell high-end chips in China
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, plans to continue supplying high-end processors to China despite warnings from the US government about sales of AI-enabling chips to the country for national security reasons. The company is working on new products to comply with the regulations and is developing AI chips customized for the Chinese market. The new restrictions are part of the Biden administration's efforts to curtail China's access to advanced technology. China historically contributes about 20% of Nvidia's revenue.
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ETtech Explainer: How Trump tariffs hit Nvidia’s China business, and stock
Economic Times
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2m ago
Medial
The U.S.-China trade tensions are affecting Nvidia's business as the U.S. imposes export restrictions on Nvidia's H20 AI chips. This threatens $5.5 billion in potential sales and impacts other tech firms reliant on Nvidia chips in China. Nvidia's CEO has met with Chinese officials to address stability issues. The restrictions may accelerate China's domestic chip development and hit U.S. tech firms' revenues, including AMD. Nvidia's shares dropped significantly in response.
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Nvidia’s new sales booster: The global push for domestic AI champions
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Countries around the world, including those in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas, are investing heavily in domestic computing facilities for artificial intelligence (AI). These countries are boosting their budgets and providing incentives to encourage the development of AI through the construction of data centers and the use of specialized computer chips, primarily from Nvidia. The motivations behind these investments include a desire for strategic self-reliance, protection of local culture and national security, and concerns about tensions between the US and China. Nvidia expects sovereign AI efforts to bring in nearly $10 billion this year.
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Nvidia’s AI Party Is Far From Over
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Nvidia, a prominent chip maker in the artificial intelligence (AI) field, reported stronger-than-expected quarterly results and forecasts, dispelling concerns among investors about living up to the hype. The company's revenue for the data center segment, which includes AI computing accelerator chips, reached $18.4 billion, five times higher than the previous year. Despite competition from rivals, high demand for Nvidia's chips and robust earnings growth have contributed to a positive outlook. However, managing market expectations and speculation remains a challenge for the company.
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Nvidia’s business is booming. Here’s what could slow it down.
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Nvidia's sales and earnings continue to soar, but challenges to their position at the forefront of the AI market are emerging. Rivals and customers are developing chips to compete with Nvidia, and AI companies are seeking more efficient models that don't require Nvidia chips. Despite these challenges, Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, sees opportunities for growth by expanding the company's role into crafting data centers. Nvidia also faces competition from big tech companies like Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Meta Platforms, which are designing their own chips. However, Nvidia plans to release new generations of advanced AI chips to maintain its dominance in the market.
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Nvidia’s rivals prepare their AI assault
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Nvidia's competitors, Intel and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), are preparing to challenge Nvidia's dominance in the AI chip market. Nvidia's sales and market value have surged due to the demand for its chips in generative AI applications. Intel and AMD are experiencing a decline in data-center sales as companies shift their spending towards Nvidia's specialized chip platforms. AMD is launching a new class of AI accelerator chips called the MI300 family, while Intel is showcasing its latest AI products. However, both companies still have a significant gap to close compared to Nvidia's projected data-center revenue.
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Nvidia’s win on chips reduces China tensions, raises questions on tech rivalry
Livemint
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7h ago
Medial
Nvidia has received assurances that it can resume selling its H20 AI chips in China, signaling a potential shift in U.S.-China tech relations. This decision comes after restrictions imposed in April and could lead to de-escalation of tensions that have impacted markets. The announcement followed Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's meeting with President Trump and coincides with his China visit, highlighting the ongoing dynamics in global tech rivalry and market stability.
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US chip bans not meant to hobble China's growth, Blinken says
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
US export controls on sending advanced computing chips to China are not aimed at hindering China's economy or technological progress, according to Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Despite the restrictions imposed on exporting computing chips to China since 2022, Intel and Qualcomm have been granted licenses to continue supplying chips to Huawei. Blinken emphasized that the US is focused on safeguarding sensitive technology that could potentially threaten security, rather than impeding trade or restraining China as a whole. The rationale behind granting exemptions to Intel and Qualcomm, while neglecting their competitors, AMD and MediaTek, remains unclear.
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Nvidia’s ascent to most valuable company has echoes of dot-com boom
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Nvidia has become the most valuable listed company in the US due to the demand for its artificial intelligence chips. By providing essential tools in the creation of sophisticated AI systems, Nvidia has witnessed a significant increase in revenue and market valuation. The company's stock has more than tripled in value over the past year, and its CEO, Jensen Huang, has positioned Nvidia as a key player in the AI revolution. However, concerns remain regarding the sustainability of the AI boom and potential regulatory scrutiny on Nvidia's dominant position in the market.
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AMD hits US roadblock in selling AI chip tailored for China: report
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) has faced obstacles in selling an AI chip specifically designed for the Chinese market, as the US government tightens restrictions on the export of advanced technologies to Beijing. Despite being weaker than chips sold outside China, AMD's chip was deemed too powerful and requires a license from the Bureau of Industry and Security, according to sources. The move could hinder AMD's efforts to catch up with Nvidia in the AI market. The US government has been actively preventing the export of advanced AI chips to China to prevent the strengthening of its military capabilities.
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