Signal

Investigation: some Chinese firms approved by the US Commerce Department to handle Nvidia's H200 chips have empty offices and ties to firms under sanctions

First reported by NYT ·

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Why you might care

Your ability to buy or use Nvidia's advanced AI chips may be impacted by supply chain risks.

What happened

The US Commerce Department approved dozens of Chinese firms to handle Nvidia's H200 chips, but some of these firms have empty offices and ties to sanctioned companies.

What it means

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This situation raises questions about the effectiveness of US export controls and the integrity of the supply chain for advanced semiconductors. It suggests that sanctioned entities may still be indirectly involved in the distribution of critical technology, posing potential national security concerns.

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