Archer and Nvidia partner on IGX Thor AI for air taxis

Archer Aviation announced on January 8, 2026 at CES that it will integrate Nvidia’s IGX Thor AI computing platform into future eVTOL aircraft to enhance safety, airspace integration and autonomy‑ready flight controls. Shares of Archer rose about 6% after the partnership news, which includes plans to demonstrate the system at its newly acquired Hawthorne Airport hub in Los Angeles.