Microsoft makes ‘biggest bet yet’ on its own silicon, unveils new AI chip to reduce reliance on Nvidia

A prototype of Microsoft’s Azure Maia 300 chip, which the company plans to begin deploying at scale in 2027. (Microsoft Photo) Microsoft plans to run most of its AI services on chips it designs itself, a shift that could save the company billions of dollars and reduce its dependence on industry juggernaut Nvidia. The company on Monday unveiled Maia 300, the third generation of its custom AI chip, saying it will begin large-scale deployments in 2027.