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Artificial intelligence chip developers SK hynix and TetraMem have demonstrated a new memory-centric processor that performs AI calculations directly inside memory, a design aimed at cutting energy use and reducing the bottlenecks caused by moving data between processors and memory. The two companies announced the completion of a joint technology collaboration centered on an analog in-memory computing (A-IMC) system-on-chip (SoC). Their work demonstrates how memory can take on part of the computing workload instead of simply storing data. The prototype uses memristor-based in-memory computing to carry out efficient depthwise convolution, a key operation used in many AI inference models. By processing data where AI model weights are stored, the architecture reduces the need to repeatedly transfer information between memory and processors. The approach targets one of the biggest challenges facing modern AI hardware. As AI models grow from billions to trillions of parameters, data movement has become a major source of power consumption, latency, and heat generation inside computing systems. Computing inside memory Traditional AI chips continuously move data between compute units and memory, consuming both time and energy. Analog in-memory computing changes that workflow by performing matrix calculations directly within the memory array, reducing unnecessary data transfers . The joint project combines TetraMem’s analog in-memory computing platform with SK hynix’s expertise in advanced memory technologies. The companies also integrated emerging memory devices, circuit design, AI architecture, software, and system optimization into a single semiconductor platform. “We are honored to celebrate this important milestone together with SK hynix,” said Glenn Ge, CEO and Co-Founder of TetraMem. “This achievement demonstrates what can be accomplished through close collaboration across the semiconductor ecosystem.” According to the companies, the work goes beyond proving the concept of analog in-memory computing by demonstrating a practical AI system-on-chip that integrates multiple layers of hardware and software engineering. Tackling AI bottlenecks Growing AI workloads have increased pressure on chipmakers to improve energy efficiency without sacrificing performance. Memory-centric computing has emerged as one possible solution because moving data often consumes more energy than the calculations themselves. “We believe memory-centric computing and Analog In-Memory Computing will become increasingly important technologies for addressing future AI energy efficiency and thermal challenges, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration with SK hynix,” Ge said. The project represents a strategic move for SK hynix beyond traditional memory manufacturing into advanced computing architectures. While the company is a major producer of dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) and high-bandwidth memory (HBM) used in standard AI systems, this prototype shifts toward a neuromorphic approach. “We are pleased to see the successful outcome of this collaboration and the recognition from Advanced Intelligent Systems,” said Soo Gil Kim, Vice President of SK hynix. “This project demonstrates the value of exploring innovative memory technologies and new computing architectures for future AI systems.” The research paper was also selected as the cover feature of the journal, highlighting its technical contribution to next-generation AI hardware. The companies said they plan to continue working together on memory technologies, computing architectures and system integration for future AI infrastructure. The study, “A Memristor-based In-Memory Computing SoC with Efficient Depthwise Convolution,” was published in Advanced Intelligent Systems .