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What Is AI Compute? The $500 Billion Bet On Aging Hardware

Nvidia will support AI compute deals case by case, covering up to 25% of a deal, as part of a $500 billion bet on aging hardware. The company's approach reflects the growing importance of compute infrastructure in AI development.

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What Is AI Compute? The $500 Billion Bet On Aging Hardware
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By Robert J. Szczerba, ContributorSource:

Forbes InnovationAI computeisn’t just chips. It’s a bet on how long hardware keeps earning, andNvidiawill support that bet only case by case, up to 25% of a deal.Get AI news in your inbox

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