Source: MarketScreener

Nvidia has launched a legal challenge against the European Union’s antitrust regulators after they opened an investigation into the company’s acquisition of the AI startup Run:AI. The EU probe seeks to determine whether the deal could reduce competition in the AI sector by giving Nvidia too much control over AI computing resources. Nvidia argues that the investigation is unnecessary and that its acquisition of Run:AI does not significantly alter the competitive landscape, as AI development remains a rapidly evolving industry with multiple players. EU regulators, however, contend that Nvidia’s increasing influence over AI chip manufacturing and cloud-based AI services could lead to anti-competitive practices, potentially restricting access to critical AI technologies for smaller companies. The legal battle comes at a time when global regulators are closely monitoring tech giants' involvement in AI, reflecting broader concerns about monopolization in the sector. If the EU upholds its investigation and challenges the deal, it could set a precedent for future AI-related mergers and acquisitions. The case is expected to be closely watched by other AI and semiconductor firms navigating regulatory scrutiny.