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Nvidia has been in talks to acquire Hugging Face for more than $13 billion

Nvidia's potential $13 billion purchase of Hugging Face could reshape the AI model marketplace.

By · Published August 27, 2026 at 02:27 UTC · Updated August 27, 2026 at 08:24 UTC

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Nvidia stands to gain a dominant position in open‑source AI models as it moves to acquire Hugging Face for a reported $12.9 billion, with Business Insider noting the deal could exceed $13 billion. The proposed purchase follows Nvidia’s push to integrate large‑language‑model capabilities after discussions reported by Bloomberg and confirmed by Reuters.

The deal aligns with Nvidia’s broader strategy to pair its GPUs with readily available models, strengthening its AI stack. Details on the transaction remain thin; the exact price, timing and regulatory hurdles were not disclosed, and the impact on Hugging Face’s open‑source community is uncertain.

What remains unknown is whether the parties will settle on a final figure and how antitrust reviews may affect completion.

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What is the reported value of the Nvidia-Hugging Face deal?

The Information reports $12.9 billion, while Business Insider says the amount could exceed $13 billion.

Which companies are involved in the acquisition?

Nvidia is in talks to acquire the AI startup Hugging Face.

Which outlets have covered the potential acquisition?

The Information, Bloomberg, Reuters, and Business Insider have published reports on the deal.

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Nvidia Hugging Face AI acquisition Artificial Intelligence Tech M&A

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