China Aims To Triple AI Chip Output

Aug 27 (Reuters) - China's chipmakers are seeking to triple the country's output of artificial intelligence chips in 2026, rushing to reduce dependence on Nvidia (NVDA.O), opens new tab, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday.

Huawei (HWT.UL) aims to begin production at a plant dedicated to making AI chips by year end, with two more facilities set to launch in 2026, the newspaper said citing people familiar with the matter.