Cognichip, a startup focused on leveraging generative artificial intelligence to develop new semiconductor chips, has emerged from stealth mode with $33 million in seed funding. The funding round was led by venture capital firms Lux Capital and Mayfield. Cognichip aims to use a physics-informed foundational AI model to reduce chip production time and costs, potentially transforming the semiconductor industry. The company’s Artificial Chip Intelligence (ACI®) technology is designed to expand access to chip development for new and specialized startups. This launch coincides with broader industry interest in AI-driven innovation, as other companies like EvoChip.ai introduce advanced AI solutions such as AltiCoreAI to enhance AI efficiency and performance.