Researchers have overcome major hurdles in building photonic AI chips, which process data using photons (light particles) instead of electricity. Why does this matter? Photonic chips can be faster, more energy-efficient, and better suited for the growing demands of AI models that are getting bigger by the day.
Until now, scalability and reliability were the biggest roadblocks. But this new breakthrough proves it’s possible to integrate large numbers of photonic components onto a single chip—bringing us closer to ultra-fast, low-power AI processors that could leave current silicon chips in the dust.
The AI race isn’t just about software anymore—hardware is evolving too, and the future is looking blindingly bright.
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