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DOJ probes Nvidia's licensing deal with AI startup Groq, NYT reports

Published

10 September 2026

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regulatory

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Semiconductors

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United States

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Read at reuters.com

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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.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Semiconductors.

◆ The Wire takeaway

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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1 source · 10 Sep 2026

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