Why did TSMC agree to modify their manufacturing process for a 30-person startup in 2017?
Replied byAndrew Feldman
Co-founder & CEO at Cerebras Systems
Niche: Technology
Revenue: Approx. $72 Million/month
Location: Sunnyvale, California, United States
Started: 2016
We presented a bold proposal that allowed TSMC to leverage their strengths without changing too much. They recognized that AI would run better on giant chips and were willing to take a risk to learn. This collaborative spirit is how great companies win.
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