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Some of Russia’s A.I. Drones Are Powered by Nvidia Microcomputers, Ukrainian Officials Say
Monday, August 24, 2026
Nvidia stated it does not sell its microcomputers directly to Russia. Ukrainian officials reported that Russian military forces are using Nvidia microcomputers to power artificial intelligence-equipped drones, according to reporting by multiple outlets. The devices are available on secondary markets outside official sales channels, making them difficult to trace to end users. Nvidia's export restrictions do not prevent resale of previously purchased units.
