GM taps Nvidia to help improve self-driving technology
The terms of the deal were not disclosed.
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Kelsey Barberio: Two of the biggest names in business are teaming up. General Motors and Nvidia have announced a partnership that will allow GM to use artificial intelligence chips and software in its vehicles. The carmaker will also use the technology to improve workflow in its factories.
Of the deal, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said in a statement, “The era of physical AI is here, and together with GM, we’re transforming transportation, from vehicles to the factories where they’re made. We are thrilled to partner with GM to build AI systems tailored to their vision, craft and know-how.”
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General Motors declined to reveal how much the new deal would cost.
This isn’t the first partnership Nvidia has made with a carmaker. Toyota and Hyundai both enlisted Nvidia to help improve their autonomous driving capabilities. China BYD, Germany’s Mercedes-Benz, and U.S.-based Rivian also have deals with Nvidia.
That’ll do it for your daily briefing. From New York City, I’m Kelsey Barberio with TheStreet.
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