Cadence launches Maestro domain-specific model portfolio for chip design

Cadence unveiled Maestro, a portfolio of domain-specialized models for its engineering software and AI Super Agents, combining reinforcement learning with EDA tools. Cadence claims better design outcomes and greater token efficiency than general-purpose foundation models.

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