Explosive trading pushed Nvidia beyond the $5 trillion line, sealing its place as the most valuable company in tech history. The chipmaker’s rise is powered by insatiable demand for artificial intelligence systems that now fuel everything from startups to governments.

Investors seemed stunned by CEO Jensen Huang’s announcement that Nvidia had locked in half a trillion dollars in chip orders. That single phrase triggered another market frenzy, sending shares surging over 3% on Wednesday. It’s not just a business milestone — it’s cultural proof that AI has gone fully mainstream.

Even as U.S.–China tensions threaten supply routes, Nvidia’s dominance barely wavers. Its GPUs are the beating heart of the AI era, outpacing every rival. For many, the company’s new valuation feels like the beginning of something bigger — not the peak.

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