Chinese tech giant Huawei has unveiled a cutting-edge AI computing system designed to rival Nvidia’s most advanced products, marking a major step in China’s ambition to become self-reliant in critical AI technologies.

The launch positions Huawei as China’s leading domestic supplier of chips and infrastructure essential for artificial intelligence development, especially as tensions continue to limit its access to Western technologies. With the growing global demand for AI processing power, Huawei’s new system could challenge Nvidia’s dominance in the AI hardware space.

The move underscores Huawei’s efforts to innovate despite ongoing U.S. sanctions, which have restricted the company’s access to advanced chipmaking tools. Experts say the new AI system reflects China’s rapid progress in building a self-sufficient tech ecosystem, particularly in high-performance computing and AI training.