Meta to start production of custom AI chip in September 2026, aims to double computing capacity

Published Jul 12, 09:54 PM UTC

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Meta Platforms plans to begin production of its custom AI chip in September 2026, according to an internal memo. The company aims to double its computing capacity and will launch a new chip approximately every six months through 2027. Meta is collaborating with Broadcom for chip design and TSMC for manufacturing. The initiative is part of Meta's broader strategy to reduce reliance on external suppliers and optimize hardware for its AI workloads, including content recommendation and generative AI features.

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Original headline: Meta to put AI chip into production in September as it looks to double computing capacity: memo

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