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    US Launches Controversial Investigation into Chinese Legacy Chip Production

    January 05, 2025 • 1 min read

    The Biden administration's probe into China's legacy chip manufacturing capabilities has ignited debate over national security concerns and trade competition. Critics question whether the investigation, which could lead to new restrictions, primarily addresses security threats or aims to limit Chinese economic advancement.

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    U.S. Tightens Global GPU Export Controls to Close China Loopholes

    December 15, 2024 • 1 min read

    The U.S. government is implementing stricter regulations on AI GPU exports with country-specific quotas and a new licensing system to prevent Chinese acquisition through third countries. The measures aim to close loopholes that have enabled Chinese entities to obtain restricted hardware like Nvidia's H200 through elaborate smuggling networks.

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    Texas Instruments Chips Found in Russian Military Hardware Despite U.S. Sanctions

    December 10, 2024 • 1 min read

    A Bloomberg investigation reveals Russian military forces are bypassing U.S. sanctions to obtain Texas Instruments semiconductor chips through complex third-party networks. Between January and August 2023, Russian military manufacturers received approximately $4 million worth of components now being used in weapons deployed against Ukraine.

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    China Halts Critical Metal Exports to US, Escalating Tech Trade War

    December 04, 2024 • 1 min read

    China announced an immediate ban on exports of rare earth metals and materials crucial for semiconductor manufacturing to the US, citing national security concerns. The retaliatory move against US chip restrictions highlights China's dominance in critical materials and could severely impact US technology manufacturers.

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