AI will revolutionize chip design, but tape-out remains extremely hard
idanbeck · x · 2026-08-30
The author argues that while AI will absolutely revolutionize chip design, it remains extremely hard to tape out a new chip. He criticizes the lack of depth and knowledge in current takes on EDA and semiconductors.
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