Baidu debuts Kunlun Core M100 chip optimized for large language model inference

Baidu has showcased its new Kunlun Core M100 chip, specifically designed to accelerate inference of large language models. The chip aims to improve efficiency and reduce costs for AI workloads.

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How much energy do data centers and AI consume?

Analysts at Our World in Data have estimated the energy consumption of data centers and AI systems. In 2024, data centers consumed about 1-2% of global electricity, with AI adding roughly 0.2-0.5%. With rapid demand growth, AI's share could rise to 1-2% by 2030.