OpenAI has announced a strategic partnership with Broadcom to develop its first independently designed artificial intelligence processor. This collaboration aims to secure the necessary computing power to meet the growing demand for AI technologies. Broadcom's stock surged over 12% in pre-market trading following the announcement. Under the agreement, OpenAI will handle the chip design, while Broadcom will oversee development and deployment, targeting a launch in the second half of 2026. The new chips are expected to deliver a total computing power of 10 gigawatts, equivalent to the electricity consumption of over 8 million American households. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman emphasized the importance of this partnership in building the infrastructure needed to harness AI's potential. Financial terms of the deal remain undisclosed.