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Inside Nvidia’s “Thinking Machine”
Apr 19, 2025
Stephen Witt, journalist and author of "The Thinking Machine: Jensen Huang, Nvidia, and the World’s Most Coveted Microchip," delves into the transformative impact of Nvidia on AI. He discusses Jensen Huang’s leadership, driven by anxiety and ambition, and explores the innovative concept of AI factories reshaping computing. Witt also addresses Nvidia's strategies amidst competitive pressures and tariffs affecting manufacturing. Additionally, he examines AI's influence on book writing, stressing the need for personal voice in an evolving literary landscape.
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Quick takeaways
- Jensen Huang’s strategic decision to avoid direct competition with OpenAI allows NVIDIA to strengthen its collaborative relationships with customers in the AI space.
- NVIDIA's long-standing focus on 3D graphics rendering has uniquely positioned the company to meet the infinite demand for AI technology.
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Jensen Huang's Unique Business Strategy
Jensen Huang is not competing directly with OpenAI, choosing instead to develop his own internal version for testing purposes. This strategic decision stems from his understanding that direct competition would lead his customers to vie against him as well. Huang's approach emphasizes collaboration with customers instead of rivalry, allowing NVIDIA to maintain a beneficial relationship with the companies relying on its technology. By avoiding competition with his clients, Huang ensures that NVIDIA remains a key player in the AI landscape without alienating potential partners.
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