Nvidia(US:NVDA) The Guardianยท2025-10-29 14:13Core Insights - Nvidia has achieved a market capitalization of $5 trillion, making it the world's first company to reach this milestone, just three months after surpassing $4 trillion [1][2] - Nvidia's market value exceeds the GDP of major economies such as India, Japan, and the United Kingdom, highlighting its significant economic impact [1][2] Company Developments - Nvidia's stock price surged to $207.86, driven by high demand for its advanced chips used in artificial intelligence applications, contributing to a market cap of $5.05 trillion [2] - CEO Jensen Huang announced $500 billion in chip orders, a partnership with Uber for robotaxis, and a $1 billion investment in Nokia for 6G technology [3] - Nvidia plans to collaborate with the US Department of Energy to develop seven new AI supercomputers [3] Strategic Investments - The company is set to invest $100 billion in OpenAI to enhance computing power for AI applications, including support for ChatGPT [4] - Discussions are ongoing regarding a new computer chip designed for China, with potential involvement from the Trump administration [4] Industry Context - The rise of Nvidia is seen as part of a broader AI revolution, comparable to the impact of the iPhone on technology, marking a significant shift in the industry [5] - Concerns have been raised about a potential AI bubble, with warnings from the Bank of England and the IMF regarding inflated tech stock prices [6]