Google plans nearly two million new AI chips as it turns to Marvell for custom designs

THE DECODER / 4/20/2026

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Key Points

  • Google is reportedly in talks with Marvell Technology to develop two new specialized chips for its data centers to support AI workloads.
  • The reported plan involves producing nearly two million new AI chips, indicating a substantial expansion of Google’s custom hardware efforts.
  • The move suggests Google is seeking more custom chip design capabilities by involving a specialized chip designer rather than relying only on existing internal designs.
  • The Information cites two sources for the report, implying the details may still be under discussion rather than finalized.

Google is in talks with chip designer Marvell Technology to develop two new specialized chips for its data centers, according to The Information, citing two sources.

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