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Senator Warren Invites Nvidia CEO to Senate Hearing on AI Chip Sales to China

Senator Warren Invites Nvidia CEO to Senate Hearing on AI Chip Sales to China

Senator Elizabeth Warren has invited Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to testify before the Senate Banking Committee on June 11 regarding the company's business dealings in China and U.S. export controls. Nvidia's AI chips are central to many data centers globally, making the company a significant player in the AI industry. This hearing comes amid concerns that advanced U.S. chips could enhance China's military and surveillance capabilities. Both the Biden and Trump administrations have imposed restrictions on China's access to these technologies. Warren's invitation follows her public concerns about U.S. companies profiting from technology sales that could undermine national security.

Nvidia CEO mounts charm push in South Korea with TV talk show, baseball appearances

Nvidia CEO mounts charm push in South Korea with TV talk show, baseball appearances

By Heejin Kim and Hyunjoo Jin SEOUL, June 4 (Reuters) - When Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang makes his second visit to South Korea in just seven months this week, it won't be only to meet top memory chip and robotics executives, but to throw the first pitch at a baseball game and appear on a TV talk show.

USTR seeks comment on possible US-China tariff cuts under Board of Trade

USTR seeks comment on possible US-China tariff cuts under Board of Trade

By David Lawder and Ryan Patrick Jones WASHINGTON, June 2 (Reuters) - The Office of the U.S.

Rubio says China cannot erase memories of Tiananmen Square crackdown

Rubio says China cannot erase memories of Tiananmen Square crackdown

By Michael Martina WASHINGTON, June 3 (Reuters) - Beijing's censorship cannot erase memories of its 1989 military assault on peaceful demonstrators in Tiananmen Square, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday, ahead of the anniversary of China's violent suppression there.

Bernie Sanders Proposes Government Ownership in AI Companies Amidst Bipartisan Concerns

Bernie Sanders Proposes Government Ownership in AI Companies Amidst Bipartisan Concerns

Senator Bernie Sanders has proposed that the U.S. government should own 50% of artificial intelligence companies, a move he believes would ensure public benefit from AI advancements. This proposal follows his previous suggestion to ban data center construction, which would limit AI development. Sanders' plan aligns with some bipartisan discussions, as both President Biden's aides and President Trump have considered similar government ownership strategies. However, Sanders' proposal is unlikely to become law, as it faces significant opposition from those who argue it could deter investment and innovation in the AI sector.

How AI could make wars go nuclear

How AI could make wars go nuclear

We had a plan to prevent World War III. AI could break it.

Sen. Warren blasts Trump for potentially allowing AI chips to be sent to overseas units of Chinese firms

Sen. Warren blasts Trump for potentially allowing AI chips to be sent to overseas units of Chinese firms

By Alexandra Alper WASHINGTON, June 1 (Reuters) - Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren on Monday slammed the Trump administration for potentially allowing advanced American AI chips to be sent to overseas units of Chinese firms, and called on Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to testify to Congress

Taiwan president says keeping political status quo is key to securing supply chains

Taiwan president says keeping political status quo is key to securing supply chains

By Wen-Yee Lee and Max A.

Arm Holdings CEO says US would have difficulty banning AI CPU chip exports to China

Arm Holdings CEO says US would have difficulty banning AI CPU chip exports to China

By Max A. Cherney TAIPEI, June 2 (Reuters) - Arm Holdings CEO Rene Haas said on Tuesday that it would be difficult to block the export to China of CPUs that are useful for AI because of their widespread use and as it would be difficult to block only AI CPUs.

EU to Join US-Led 'Pax Silica' Amid Concerns Over Strategic Autonomy

EU to Join US-Led 'Pax Silica' Amid Concerns Over Strategic Autonomy

The European Union (EU) is preparing to join 'Pax Silica', a US-led initiative aimed at coordinating export controls and co-investment in advanced chips, particularly to curb China's technological advancements in artificial intelligence. This move involves the EU purchasing at least $40 billion worth of US AI chips. The decision has sparked criticism and doubts among EU members and officials, with some viewing it as a threat to the EU's strategic autonomy. The initiative is part of a broader trend where the EU has been aligning with US-led 'small cliques', such as the US-EU strategic partnership on critical minerals. Critics argue that these alliances may compromise the EU's interests and increase its dependency on the US supply chain.

Trump signs an executive order that invites vetting of top AI models for national security risks

Trump signs an executive order that invites vetting of top AI models for national security risks

President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order on oversight of artificial intelligence, less than two weeks after postponing a White House ceremony over his concerns that a similar policy could dull America’s edge on AI technology

Internal Strife in Trump Administration Over AI Regulation Executive Order

Internal Strife in Trump Administration Over AI Regulation Executive Order

The Trump administration is experiencing internal conflict over the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) following the abrupt cancellation of a planned executive order signing. The order, which was intended to establish a voluntary framework for AI labs to provide early access to AI models for cybersecurity evaluation, was halted by President Trump due to concerns about stifling domestic competition and maintaining the U.S. advantage over China. The administration is now reconsidering the order, with key officials divided on its provisions. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and National Cyber Director Sean Cairncross are among those advocating for the order's revival, while former AI czar David Sacks opposes it, citing potential regulatory burdens.