OpenAI joins Big Tech in building custom AI chips to reduce Nvidia dependence

OpenAI has unveiled its own custom AI processor, called Jalapeño, designed specifically for inference tasks and set for deployment in the near future. The move places OpenAI alongside Google, Meta, and Amazon, all of which are developing proprietary AI chips. The growing trend reflects a broader industry push to reduce dependence on external hardware suppliers like Nvidia. By investing in in-house silicon, these tech giants aim to gain greater control over their AI infrastructure and workloads.