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Elon Musk Targets Hardware and Software With New Microsoft Competitor

Elon Musk Targets Hardware and Software With New Microsoft Competitor

Summary

Elon Musk announced a new project called "Macrohard" under his company xAI, aiming to develop both software and hardware in a way similar to Apple's business model. The initiative will include a core operating system for artificial intelligence applications and intends to work with partners to build physical products indirectly. The project plans to use existing and upcoming infrastructure under the name Colossus.

Key Facts

  • Macrohard is a new initiative by Elon Musk's xAI.
  • The project aims to challenge Microsoft by creating a similar platform to Apple's.
  • It will involve developing software and partnering for hardware manufacturing.
  • A core operating system designed for AI applications will be central to Macrohard.
  • xAI plans to release an AI-generated game by the end of next year.
  • Infrastructure for the project includes Colossus 1 and a new facility, Colossus 2, in Memphis, Tennessee.
  • Only a few public roles are currently linked to Macrohard, indicating development is still largely internal.

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