US Department of Justice Launches Antitrust Investigation into Nvidia

The U.S. government is reportedly investigating Nvidia, a leading company in artificial intelligence (AI) chips, for alleged violations of antitrust laws.

The Information, a U.S. technology-focused media outlet, reported on the 2nd (local time) that the U.S. Department of Justice is currently verifying facts after receiving complaints from competitors claiming that Nvidia exerted unfair pressure during the sale of AI chips.

Nvidia's AI chips hold a market share exceeding 80%. Competitors such as AMD are reportedly alleging that Nvidia used this dominant position to threaten companies purchasing chips from other suppliers with retaliation.

Additionally, Politico reported that the Department of Justice is investigating Nvidia's acquisition of the software startup 'Run:ai' for potential antitrust violations. Acquired by Nvidia in April, this company developed software technology that enables computations requiring multiple AI chips to be performed with fewer chips.

Nvidia dismissed the antitrust allegations, stating, "We have competed based on decades of investment and innovation and have complied with all laws." They also added, "We have allowed customers to freely purchase products from any company," and "We will cooperate fully with authorities if any necessary materials are requested."

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