Nvidia has introduced a groundbreaking artificial intelligence platform called Alpamayo, designed to give autonomous vehicles the ability to reason through difficult driving situations.
Speaking at the CES tech show, CEO Jensen Huang explained that the system allows cars to process complex environments and explain their actions, rather than just following programmed rules. The technology is set to debut in Mercedes-Benz vehicles in the United States within the coming months, followed by a global rollout.
Okay News reports that this development represents a major shift for Nvidia as it moves toward “physical AI,” which involves embedding smart technology into hardware like cars and robots. Huang described the innovation as a “ChatGPT moment” for the physical world, suggesting that machines will soon interact with their surroundings more naturally. To encourage industry-wide progress, the company has released the Alpamayo code for free, allowing researchers to study and improve the model.
The announcement comes as Nvidia continues to dominate the tech market, boasting a valuation of over $4.5 trillion. In addition to the driving platform, the company revealed its upcoming “Rubin” AI chips, which are designed to be more energy-efficient and less expensive to operate.
While competitors like Tesla have noted the difficulty of perfecting self-driving technology, Nvidia remains committed to the sector with plans to launch a robotaxi service by next year.
