Summary
On the first day of CES 2026, major tech companies like Nvidia, AMD, and Intel made significant announcements related to chips and artificial intelligence. Nvidia focused on AI models for autonomous driving and introduced new AI tools. AMD and Intel launched new processors aimed at AI applications, while Uber showcased its new luxury robotaxi.
Key Facts
- Nvidia showcased "physical AI" models, which are trained virtually and used in physical machines.
- Nvidia introduced its new AI model, Alpamayo, for autonomous driving.
- Nvidia announced a new AI superchip platform called Vera Rubin and a partnership with Siemens.
- AMD revealed a new line of Ryzen AI processors and a new gaming processor, Ryzen 7 9850X3D.
- Intel introduced its new AI chip for laptops, named Panther Lake, and plans for a new handheld gaming platform.
- The U.S. government, under President Trump, acquired a 10% stake in Intel to support domestic tech manufacturing.
- Uber unveiled a new luxury robotaxi with customizable features for riders and advanced sensors for autonomy.
