Intel, the renowned chip manufacturer, announced on Tuesday that they are set to release a new laptop chip in December that will possess the computational power to run generative artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots directly on the laptop, eliminating the need for cloud data centers. This breakthrough development will allow businesses and consumers to test AI technologies, such as the popular ChatGPT, without having to send sensitive data outside of their own devices.
This advancement has been made possible by integrating new AI data-crunching features into Intel’s upcoming “Meteor Lake” laptop chip, as well as introducing new software tools. During a recent software developer conference held in Silicon Valley, Intel was expected to showcase the capabilities of their new chip.
Additionally, Intel executives expressed confidence in their ability to deliver a successor chip named “Arrow Lake” next year, while asserting that their manufacturing technology will rival that of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. This statement reflects Intel’s determination to reclaim its position as the leading chip manufacturer.
In recent years, Intel has faced challenges from competitors like Nvidia in the market for powerful chips used in data centers to train AI systems. However, Intel aims to regain a competitive edge by focusing on the market for chips that handle AI work outside of data centers. They hope to make significant strides in this arena by leveraging their OpenVINO software, which allows developers to run large language models, similar to ChatGPT, on laptops. This will enable faster responses from chatbots and ensure that sensitive data remains on the device.
Sachin Katti, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Intel’s network and edge group, highlighted the benefits of the new technology: “You can get better performance, lower cost, and more private AI.” This advancement will undoubtedly be of interest to business users who are cautious about sending sensitive corporate data to third-party AI firms.
Industry analyst Dan Hutcheson from TechInsights believes that Intel’s approach could be a game-changer in the market: “AI is still in that class of technology where you need a PhD to do it. Intel Chief Gelsinger’s challenge is to democratize it. If he can make it so that anyone can use it, that creates a much bigger market for chips - the chips that he makes.”
Intel’s announcement marks an important step toward making AI technology more accessible for a broader range of users. By empowering developers and consumers with the ability to harness the power of AI on their laptops while keeping data secure, Intel is making a compelling case for its reemergence as a dominant player in the chip manufacturing industry. With the forthcoming “Meteor Lake” chip on the horizon and the promise of even more advanced chips in the future, Intel appears poised to revolutionize the market and propel AI adoption to new heights.
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