‘Getting control where we can’—Europe wants sovereign AI but most of the chips are from the U.S.
European AI companies like Mistral AI are prioritizing "sovereign AI" to maintain control over models and data within their borders. However, a significant challenge remains the reliance on U.S.-manufactured advanced chips, such as GPUs, which are crucial for AI development. While Mistral is investing in its own compute infrastructure, designing custom chips is a longer-term prospect, with the company expressing interest in using European-made chips if they become available. AI
IMPACT Highlights the geopolitical and supply chain challenges impacting the development and deployment of AI in Europe.