China boosts 'AI for Science' computing in 2 months without US chips

Business Standard
2026.04.22 22:45
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China has successfully launched its largest AI computing cluster for scientific research, doubling its domestically made AI accelerator chips from 30,000 to 60,000 in just two months. Developed by Sugon, these chips are now part of the national supercomputing network in Zhengzhou, marking a significant advancement in China's AI capabilities. This development comes amid increasing US restrictions on China's access to advanced AI chips and manufacturing equipment, as US lawmakers propose further measures to limit China's technological advancements. The Zhengzhou cluster is expected to enhance China's ability to conduct critical scientific research domestically.