Elon Musk subtly confirmed that Tesla’s upcoming AI8 chip will have applications beyond vehicles and humanoid robots. According to his recent responses on X, the chip will also be used by his other companies, potentially extending its reach beyond Earth.
Musk mentioned that Tesla is developing not only AI5 and AI6 chips but also AI7 and AI8. This revelation sparked curiosity about why Tesla is advancing to AI8 when AI4 currently meets the needs for autonomous driving.
A user on X speculated that Elon Musk’s remark about the AI8 chip being "literally out of this world" might indicate its use in SpaceX’s orbiting data centers. Musk responded to this idea with a bullseye emoji, subtly confirming the connection.
Tesla’s AI8 chip will be used by SpaceX’s in-space data centers, marking a novel collaboration between Musk’s companies.
This synergy between Tesla and SpaceX is unprecedented, showcasing a future where Tesla’s chip technology supports space infrastructure alongside electric vehicles.
Tesla’s AI8 chip is set to impact not only terrestrial tech but also space applications, highlighting innovative collaboration between Elon Musk’s companies.