AMD Buys World Labs: Fei-Fei Li Will Now Shape the Chips That Run Physical AI

AMD revealed pricing for its 6th-gen EPYC 9006 server processors, ranging from $700 to $14,904 for 256-core models. The lineup includes 31 chips across two platforms, SP7 for high-end and SP8 for mainstream data centers, built on Zen 6 architecture. Launch dates are Q4 2026 for SP7 and H1 2027 for SP8.

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) agreed to acquire AI startup World Labs, co-founded by Fei-Fei Li, at an $8.2 billion valuation. The deal will increase Li's net worth to at least $1.6 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.

AMD is acquiring World Labs, a deep learning model developer, for $8.2B. World Labs founder Fei-Fei Li will join AMD as chief scientist. The deal aims to enhance AMD's AI chip roadmap and compete with Nvidia. AMD shares rose 0.7% in premarket trading. Analysts cite talent acquisition and AI model insights as key motivations.

AMD is acquiring World Labs in an all-stock deal valued at $8.2 billion. World Labs, led by AI expert Fei-Fei Li, specializes in spatial-intelligence models and robotic learning. The acquisition aims to strengthen AMD's AI capabilities and expand its market reach. The deal is expected to close by the end of 2026, with Li joining AMD as executive vice president and chief scientist.

AMD is acquiring AI startup World Labs for $8.2B in an all-stock deal, expected to close by late 2026. Founder Fei-Fei Li will join AMD's leadership, aiming to integrate AI research with hardware. World Labs specializes in spatial intelligence, developing AI models that simulate 3D environments. The acquisition helps AMD compete with Nvidia in the AI chip market.

AMD agreed to acquire World Labs for $8.2B in stock, raising its shares by 1.3%. The deal brings spatial AI research led by Fei-Fei Li, who will become AMD's chief scientist. AMD's stock is currently 114.98% above its GF Value estimate of $286.39.