Nvidia Purchases Open-Source AI Hub Hugging Face for $12.9 Billion
Nvidia has announced the acquisition of Hugging Face, the well‑known open‑source artificial‑intelligence platform, in a deal valued at approximately $12.9 billion. According to a report from BBC News, the bulk of the purchase price—about $11.9 billion—will be paid directly to the investors who hold shares in Hugging Face, while Nvidia is also prepared to offer up to $1 billion in stock‑based ince…
Sept. 4, 2026, 1:50 p.m.