On this episode of the Six Five, Daniel Newman is joined by Groq's Mark Heaps, Chief Tech Evangelist, for a conversation on Groq's significant progress in the realm of AI acceleration. This discussion delves into Groq's successful Series D fundraising, strategic shifts, technological advances, and its mission to make AI more accessible.

Their discussion covers:

• The pivotal role of AI accelerators and GPUs in the tech industry and Daniel's insights as an advisor and investor in Groq.

• Groq's announcement of their $640 million Series D fundraising success and its impact on the company's valuation.

• Groq's remarkable technological strides, including the development of a new chip in partnership with Samsung, transitioning from 14-nanometer to 4-nanometer technology.

• The significant strategic pivots Groq has undertaken, such as major acquisitions and a shift towards offering cloud solutions, aimed at enhancing their market position.

• Groq's effort to democratize AI by making their technology accessible and affordable, supporting open-source models, and providing free access to developers.