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The Verge
6/24/2026
OpenAI reveals its first AI processor: Jalapeño

OpenAI reveals its first AI processor: Jalapeño

Short summary

OpenAI has partnered with Broadcom to develop Jalapeño, a custom ASIC (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) chip designed specifically for AI inference—running user requests through language models like ChatGPT. The processor represents OpenAI's vertical expansion into custom silicon, aiming to reduce inference costs and improve performance. This move reflects a broader industry trend of AI companies building proprietary hardware to achieve competitive advantages in speed and efficiency.

  • OpenAI launches Jalapeño, a custom ASIC chip built with Broadcom for AI inference
  • Represents vertical integration into custom silicon to optimize costs and performance
  • Part of broader industry trend of AI companies developing proprietary hardware

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