Zhang Ping'an, CEO of Huawei Cloud, claimed that China's AI leadership does not depend on the most advanced AI chips despite U.S. restrictions. He emphasized innovation and leveraging cloud technology to overcome hardware limitations, highlighting Huawei's Ascend chip and a holistic approach combining cloud, edge, and network technologies as solutions6.
Humanoid robots are being positioned as a focus area amidst chip shortages, drawing attention to advancements in AI and robotics rather than the lack of advanced chips. Companies are exploring the potential of humanoid robots in various applications, from manufacturing to personal assistance, to showcase their capabilities despite limitations in chip technology.
Advanced chips are not solely crucial for AI because AI development and deployment can still progress with less advanced chips, albeit at a slower pace and higher cost. Additionally, focusing on advanced chips overlooks other important factors in AI development, such as efficient algorithms, data quality, and system architecture.