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#8: Tamay Besiroglu on the Trends Driving Past and Future AI Progress

Center for AI Policy Podcast

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Challenges and Solutions in Scaling AI Chip Production and Energy Consumption

The chapter discusses the complexities and constraints in the supply chain for AI chips, including issues with acquiring key components and meeting increasing demand. It also explores the impact of Nvidia's high margins, competition in the chip market, and challenges faced by companies like TSMC in scaling up production. Furthermore, the conversation delves into the escalating energy consumption in data centers due to AI training demands, touching on potential solutions like distributing chips across multiple centers and co-locating facilities with power plants.

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