Musk Discusses Potential Tesla-Intel Collaboration
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, announced that the company may need to build a large chip fabrication plant to produce artificial intelligence (AI) chips. Speaking at Tesla’s annual meeting, Musk suggested the possibility of partnering with Intel for the new manufacturing efforts.
“You know, maybe we’ll, we’ll do something with Intel,” Musk said to a cheering crowd of Tesla shareholders. “We haven’t signed any deal, but it’s probably worth having discussions with Intel.”
Background on Tesla’s AI Chip Development
Tesla is developing its fifth-generation AI chip to support its autonomous driving ambitions. These chips are integral to Tesla’s Full Self-Driving software and broader AI initiatives. Previously, Musk revealed that Tesla is collaborating with Taiwan’s TSMC and South Korea’s Samsung for chip production.
Intel's Position in the AI Chip Market
- Intel operates its own chip manufacturing facilities but has fallen behind Nvidia in the AI chip sector.
- The US government recently acquired a 10% stake in Intel, which is searching for new customers for its latest manufacturing technology.
- Following Musk’s comments, Intel’s stock rose by 4%.
Shareholder Support for Musk’s Vision
Tesla shareholders have approved a $1 trillion pay package for Musk over the next decade, showing strong endorsement of his plan to transform Tesla into a leader not only in electric vehicles but also in AI and robotics.
Summary
Musk’s remarks signal Tesla’s intent to expand its AI chip production capabilities, eyeing a possible collaboration with Intel to bolster its autonomous driving technology and achieve long-term innovation goals.
The AI chips power Tesla’s autonomous driving systems, including the Full Self-Driving software. Tesla is currently on its fourth-generation chip.
Author’s summary: Elon Musk hints at a potential partnership with Intel as Tesla prepares to build large-scale AI chip facilities, aiming to accelerate its leadership in autonomous technology and AI innovation.
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