Tesla Ends Dojo, Focuses on Inference AI Chips

Tesla has officially disbanded its Dojo supercomputer team, signaling a major shift away from developing in-house AI training hardware. CEO Elon Musk confirmed the decision was made to avoid splitting resources, with future AI efforts focused on inference chips like AI5 and AI6 for real-time decision-making in self-driving vehicles and robotics. The move follows the departure of key personnel, including Peter Bannon and about 20 team members who joined the startup DensityAI. Tesla has signed a $16.5 billion chip supply agreement with Samsung through 2033, with manufacturing of next-generation AI chips planned for Texas. The decision is part of a broader restructuring at Tesla, which includes executive exits, layoffs, and an emphasis on cost efficiency and rapid development of Full Self-Driving features. Despite ending Dojo, Tesla remains committed to advancing AI and autonomous technology through partnerships and new supercomputing projects.