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Congress would target China with new restrictions in massive defense bill

Congress would target China with new restrictions in massive defense bill

The Trump administration may have softened its language on China to maintain a truce in their trade war, but Congress is pushing for more restrictions on Beijing
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President Trump's Decision on Nvidia Chip Exports to China Sparks National Security Concerns

President Trump's Decision on Nvidia Chip Exports to China Sparks National Security Concerns

President Trump has decided to allow the sale of Nvidia H200 chips to China, a move that has sparked significant debate within the U.S. government and industry. This decision comes amidst a broader discussion on semiconductor export controls, with some administration officials advocating for unrestricted sales to maintain U.S. market share in China. Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, supports the decision, arguing it is crucial for the company's growth and U.S. technological leadership. However, this has raised national security concerns, as it could potentially aid Chinese competitors like Huawei. Congress is actively involved, with some members pushing for legislation to impose stricter controls on AI chip exports to China.
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Explainer-How Chinese entities are already using Nvidia's powerful H200 AI chips

Explainer-How Chinese entities are already using Nvidia's powerful H200 AI chips

By Eduardo Baptista BEIJING, Dec 10 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump's move to allow exports to China of Nvidia's second-best artificial intelligence chip, the H200, will spur strong demand from the country's tech giants, research institutes, and its defence-industrial complex.
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Exclusive-ByteDance, Alibaba keen to order Nvidia H200 chips after Trump green light, sources say

Exclusive-ByteDance, Alibaba keen to order Nvidia H200 chips after Trump green light, sources say

BEIJING/SINGAPORE, Dec 10 (Reuters) - ByteDance and Alibaba have asked Nvidia about buying its powerful H200 AI chip after U.S. President Donald Trump said he would allow it to be exported to China, four people briefed on the matter told Reuters. 
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The Latest: Trump approves sale of more advanced Nvidia computer chips used in AI to China

The Latest: Trump approves sale of more advanced Nvidia computer chips used in AI to China

President Donald Trump says he'll allow Nvidia to sell an advanced type of computer chip used in the development of artificial intelligence to “approved customers” in China
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China vows to defend sovereignty over Taiwan as Trump unveils security strategy

China vows to defend sovereignty over Taiwan as Trump unveils security strategy

BEIJING, Dec 8 (Reuters) - China on Monday pledged to defend its sovereignty and warned against "external interference" after the U.S. unveiled a new security strategy aimed at building up military power to deter conflict with Beijing over Taiwan.
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U.S. China hawks say Trump approved Nvidia chip sales to China will supercharge its military 

U.S. China hawks say Trump approved Nvidia chip sales to China will supercharge its military 

By Karen Freifeld and Alexandra Alper Dec 9 (Reuters) - China hardliners in Washington slammed the Trump administration for its decision to allow Nvidia to ship its second most advanced AI chip to China, citing fears Beijing could harness the technology to supercharge its military.  
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President Trump Approves Sale of Nvidia AI Chips to China Amid Security Concerns

President Trump Approves Sale of Nvidia AI Chips to China Amid Security Concerns

President Trump Approves Sale of Nvidia AI Chips to China Amid Security Concerns
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US to allow Nvidia to ship H200 chips to China, Trump says

US to allow Nvidia to ship H200 chips to China, Trump says

Dec 8 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that he will allow Nvidia to ship its H200 chips to approved customers in China and other countries, under conditions that he said would allow for continued strong national security. The U.S.
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Rubio and Hegseth meet Australian counterparts with China expected to be focus

Rubio and Hegseth meet Australian counterparts with China expected to be focus

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are meeting their Australian counterparts for annual talks expected to focus on Indo-Pacific security and countering China’s increasing assertiveness in the region
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China Responds to U.S. National Security Strategy with Call for Cooperation

China Responds to U.S. National Security Strategy with Call for Cooperation

China has responded to the U.S. National Security Strategy, which highlights China as a primary strategic rival. A spokesperson for China's Foreign Ministry emphasized the importance of win-win cooperation between the two nations, while also defending China's sovereignty and interests. The strategy, released by President Trump's administration, outlines economic and security priorities, with a focus on deterring an invasion of Taiwan. The document calls for the U.S. to work with regional partners to prevent any attempts to seize Taiwan, a critical player in tech supply chains.
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U.S. Cracks Down on $160 Million Nvidia GPU Smuggling Network to China

U.S. Cracks Down on $160 Million Nvidia GPU Smuggling Network to China

U.S. authorities have uncovered a smuggling network that attempted to illegally export Nvidia GPUs worth over $160 million to China. The operation, known as 'Operation Gatekeeper', involved falsifying shipping documents and using shell companies to misclassify the GPUs' destination. Alan Hao Hsu and his company, Hao Global, have pleaded guilty to smuggling charges. The GPUs, which have both military and civilian applications, are subject to strict export controls. The case is part of a broader effort by the U.S. to prevent China from acquiring advanced AI technologies that could undermine national security.