AI PlatformsJul 11, 2026
GPT-5.6 release sparks AI chip race
OpenAI announced GPT-5.6, a new model for deployment and API access, while DeepSeek is developing a custom inference chip to bypass US export controls, indicating a shift towards domestic hardware solutions.
Why now
These developments highlight the growing importance of hardware innovation in the AI space, challenging global tech giants like Nvidia.
Key signals
DeepSeek is developing a custom inference chip to reduce costs and bypass US export controls.
Colibrì demonstrates that large MoE models can run on consumer hardware via streaming and quantization.