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DOJ probes Nvidia's licensing deal with AI startup Groq, NYT reports
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Fusion42 · 10 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The US Justice Department is investigating whether Nvidia structured its $17 billion licensing deal with AI chip startup Groq to evade antitrust scrutiny, with a formal information request sent to Nvidia. The investigation may result in fines but is unlikely to undo the deal.
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Antitrust scrutiny on chip licensing deals is rising. You must review partner agreements closely to avoid regulatory pushback and potential fines.
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