Nvidia Corp. will invest $1 billion over five years to establish a new artificial intelligence laboratory in collaboration with Eli Lilly & Co. The facility, located in Silicon Valley, aims to accelerate the application of AI in the pharmaceutical industry by leveraging Lilly's lab expertise.

Nvidia has acquired Enfabrica CEO Rochan Sankar and its technology for over $900 million, aiming to enhance its AI capabilities by connecting more than 100,000 GPUs. This move reflects a trend among tech giants to acquire AI talent through substantial investments rather than traditional acquisitions. Nvidia's latest investments also include a $5 billion stake in Intel for collaboration on AI processors.

Nvidia is investing $1 billion for a 2.9% stake in Nokia, aiming to collaborate on artificial intelligence networking solutions and data centers. This partnership has driven Nokia's shares to their highest level in nearly a decade, with expectations for revenue contributions starting from 2027.