Nvidia has announced a significant expansion of its manufacturing operations in the United States, committing to produce its advanced Blackwell AI chips and supercomputers domestically. This strategic move involves an investment of up to $500 billion over the next four years, aiming to bolster the U.S. semiconductor supply chain and meet the escalating demand for AI technologies.

The company has commenced production of its Blackwell AI chips at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s (TSMC) facility in Phoenix, Arizona. Additionally, Nvidia is collaborating with Foxconn and Wistron to construct supercomputer manufacturing plants in Houston and Dallas, Texas, respectively. Mass production at these Texas facilities is expected to ramp up within the next 12 to 15 months. 

This initiative is seen as a response to the Trump administration’s push for domestic manufacturing, particularly in the tech sector. The administration has highlighted the move as part of its broader strategy to enhance U.S. economic resilience and reduce dependency on foreign semiconductor imports. 

Nvidia’s expansion is anticipated to create hundreds of thousands of jobs and significantly contribute to the U.S. economy. The company’s CEO, Jensen Huang, emphasized that domestic manufacturing will strengthen supply chains and better position Nvidia to meet the growing global demand for AI infrastructure. 

This development aligns with a broader trend among tech giants to increase U.S.-based manufacturing, reflecting a shift towards greater self-sufficiency in critical technology sectors.