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Driven by rapid advancement of AI technology and applications, computing demand from data centers and edge servers has been on the rise. The development of AI algorithms has led to explosive growth of startups engaged in emerging IC technology and application services. While continuing to improve their R&D capabilities, leading IC vendors have also aggressively invested in chip technology and applications with strong growth potential as part of their strategy to enhance technology and expand product applications. This report analyzes the startup investment strategies of leading international IC vendors, including Intel, Qualcomm, and Nvidia, to identify current trends in IC technologies and applications.