CNBC Daily Open: The weight of Nvidia's crown

Core Insights - Nvidia's shares fell by 2.6% amid concerns regarding its market position and valuation [1] - Investor Michael Burry raised concerns about Nvidia potentially overestimating the lifespan of its chips, which could inflate profits [2] - Google announced its new AI model Gemini 3, which poses a competitive threat to Nvidia, as it utilizes Google's in-house AI chips [3] - Meta is considering using Google's custom AI chips for its data centers, indicating a shift in potential partnerships that could impact Nvidia [4] - Nvidia defended its technology as being more powerful and versatile than competitors, while also addressing Burry's allegations in a private memo [5] Company Developments - Nvidia's stock performance is under pressure due to valuation concerns and competitive threats [1][2] - The introduction of Google's AI model and Meta's potential shift towards Google's chips highlight increasing competition in the AI chip market [3][4] - Nvidia's response to competitive pressures includes public statements about its technology's superiority and internal communications to counteract negative claims [5]