Microsoft Introduces Maia 200 AI Chip with Enhanced Performance

Microsoft has announced the release of its Maia 200 AI chip, featuring 140 billion transistors and 216GB of HBM3e memory. According to NS3.AI, this new chip offers a 30% improvement in performance per dollar compared to previous models. The Maia 200 is designed to support OpenAI’s GPT-5.2, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and other enterprise applications, aiming to decrease dependency on Nvidia’s AI hardware. The announcement has led to increased investor confidence, with Microsoft shares rising and analysts maintaining a strong buy rating with a $600 price target.