Apple designs AI chip for data centers Project ACDC)

Apple Inc. is reportedly in the process of developing its own chip designed to power artificial intelligence (AI) tools in data centers, as reported by the Wall Street Journal.

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While it remains uncertain whether the semiconductor will ultimately be deployed, this initiative marks Apple's latest endeavor to expand its chip-making capabilities beyond its existing products such as iPhones and Macs.

According to sources familiar with the matter cited by the Journal, Apple's server project, internally referred to as ACDC, aims to leverage in-house chip technology to enhance the performance of AI applications in data centers. This move underscores Apple's strategic focus on bolstering its AI capabilities, particularly in light of its efforts to catch up with its tech counterparts in generative AI technology, which powers chatbots and other innovative tools.