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Waymo has created a custom ASIC chip aimed at improving the functionality of its driverless taxis. This development allows the company to reduce reliance on third-party chip suppliers and enhance the robotaxis' capabilities in navigating urban areas.
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- Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., has developed a custom application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) chip.
- The new chip is designed to enhance the performance of Waymo's latest generation of robotaxis.
- By using its own chip and sensors, Waymo aims to improve the reflexes and navigational abilities of its vehicles in complex urban settings.
- This move diversifies Waymo's chip supply chain, reducing dependence on third-party suppliers like Nvidia Corp.
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