Government plans partnership with US chip manufacturer Nvidia
October 19, 2026 · 1 min read
The government plans a partnership with the US chip manufacturer Nvidia. In government circles, a corresponding report from Handelsblatt has been confirmed. This partnership focuses on the use of artificial intelligence in industry. According to Handelsblatt, German companies like Siemens also want to participate in a project.
On Monday and Tuesday, an investment summit will take place in Berlin with numerous investors from Germany and abroad. The government's goal is to increase private investments in Germany.
At the opening on Monday evening with Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU), Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is also expected. The collaboration between the government and Nvidia could be announced then.
According to Handelsblatt, the project involves the use of "physical AI." Nvidia defines "physical AI" as artificial intelligence that interacts with the real world, such as robots, self-driving cars, and technology in automated industrial systems. A typical example of the company are humanoid robots that can perceive their surroundings thanks to sensors like cameras, analyze them with the help of AI, and perform assigned tasks based on this analysis.
The government is reportedly ready to invest a three-digit million amount. AI is a key technology. In its high-tech agenda, the government has also planned funds for investments.