For over five decades, the semiconductor industry has relied on the Tomasulo algorithm, first introduced by IBM in 1967, to create specialised CPUs, GPUs, and other chips optimised for specific computing tasks. Ubitium, a hardware startup founded by experienced semiconductor professionals, has now developed a groundbreaking universal RISC-V processor. This innovative chip combines all computing workloads into a single, cost-effective solution, eliminating the need for multiple specialized processors.

Transforming embedded systems and robotics

This advancement is particularly impactful in fields like embedded systems and robotics, where the high cost of hardware often limits the implementation of sophisticated computing solutions. Ubitium’s processor addresses these challenges by offering a scalable design that supports a range of chips varying in size. Despite these differences, all chips share the same microarchitecture and software stack, enabling seamless scalability and simplifying the development process for customers. With a workload-agnostic architecture, the universal processor is adaptable to any computing task, reducing the complexity of hardware requirements.

Backed by funding and vision for 2026

Ubitium has secured $3.7 million in seed funding to accelerate the creation of prototype chips and development kits, with plans to release the first commercial processors by 2026. Hyun Shin Cho, CEO of Ubitium, emphasized the transformative nature of this innovation: "The $500 billion processor industry has long been defined by rigid boundaries between computing tasks. We're breaking down those barriers. Our Universal Processor unifies CPU, GPU, DSP, and FPGA capabilities into a single chip with one architecture. This isn’t just a step forward—it’s a paradigm shift. It’s the processor architecture designed for the demands of the AI era."