This optical AI chip could revolutionize energy efficiency
Researchers at Tsinghua University have built OFE2, an optical AI chip that's now the fastest in its class—processing data at 12.5 GHz with ultra-low latency.
This breakthrough could make future AI way more energy-efficient compared to traditional chips.
OFE2 processes data at 12.5 GHz with ultra-low latency
OFE2 uses a clever setup to turn regular data into synchronized light signals, operating at a record 12.5 GHz with synchronized light signals.
It handles complex tasks—like spotting edges in images or making split-second financial decisions—using optical tricks instead of just electronics.
How OFE2 can help us save energy
By switching from electrons to photons, OFE2 can run powerful AI without guzzling energy.
That means faster medical imaging, quicker trading, and smarter real-time apps—all with a much smaller energy bill as our tech needs keep growing.