OpenAI has unveiled its first custom AI chip, Jalapeno, developed with Broadcom to boost its infrastructure. This move aims to overcome computing power shortages and reduce reliance on Nvidia's GPUs. Designed for AI inference, the chip is comparable to Nvidia's and Google's offerings. OpenAI plans to deploy Jalapeno by year-end, marking a significant step in its multi-generation chip development strategy.

OpenAI unveiled Jalapeño, its first AI chip, built with Broadcom for inference, as it moves to cut its heavy reliance on Nvidia.

Eight months after announcing a custom chip deal, OpenAI and Broadcom are revealing their first joint project: Jalapeño.