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Amazon CEO touts AI chip business

Amazon CEO touts AI chip business

The disclosure marks the first time Amazon has provided direct financial returns for its artificial intelligence hardware efforts, signaling a major strategic shift.

Jassy emphasized that Amazon's chips offer a lower-cost and more efficient alternative for AI workloads compared to current industry standards.

The company plans to continue its aggressive spending on AI infrastructure, defending a $200 billion capital expenditure strategy as essential for long-term growth.

Additionally, Amazon announced that its satellite internet service, Leo, is on track for a commercial launch in mid-2026, further expanding its technological footprint.