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Malaysia’s SkyeChip unveils the country’s first edge AI processor


The Southeast Asian country reaches an AI milestone as it looks to become a more competitive player in the global AI race.

Malaysian chip design company SkyeChip announced its MARS1000 processor at an industry event on Monday, Bloomberg reported. While an edge processor isn’t as powerful as an advanced Nvidia chip, it still represents a technological milestone for Malaysia, which is looking to play a bigger role in the global AI race. This rule means individuals and companies are required to notify the Malaysian government at least 30 days in advance if they plan to export or transship U.S.- made AI chips.

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