Huawei announces new AI infrastructure as Nvidia gets locked out of China

Huawei has announced a new AI infrastructure called SuperPoD, which aims to create clusters of chips, including AI chips, to increase computing power. This move comes as Nvidia, a leading provider of AI chips, has been locked out of the Chinese market due to U.S. export restrictions. The SuperPoD technology allows Huawei to interconnect multiple chips, including its own Ascend AI processors, to create a more powerful and scalable computing platform. This is seen as a response to the challenges posed by the U.S. restrictions on Nvidia's ability to sell its AI chips to Chinese companies. The announcement highlights Huawei's efforts to develop its own AI capabilities and reduce its reliance on U.S. technology. It also reflects the ongoing tension between the U.S. and China over technology and trade issues. The article suggests that Huawei's new AI infrastructure could provide a viable alternative to Nvidia's offerings in the Chinese market, potentially disrupting the existing balance of power in the AI chip industry.