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technology23 days ago•4 min saved

Chip Security Act Gains Industry Backing to Lock Down AI Chip Exports

Six shipment-tracking firms signed a letter backing the Chip Security Act to require stronger security and location-verification on advanced AI chips to prevent diversion to China via third-party countries; proponents say it would boost American chip sales and export approvals, while some industry groups warn it could hinder exports. The House Foreign Affairs Committee approved CSA 42-0 and a Senate version is in early stages; BIS recently closed a loophole allowing third-country subsidiaries to route chips to China. Nvidia has technology that could meet some requirements, and signatories like GeoComply argue robust verification would improve compliance and national security.

via NBC News|

#ai-chips #chip-diversion #chip-security-act

politics4 months ago•3 min saved

Congress Moves to Clamp Down on Advanced Chip Exports to China, Sparking Tech Clash

Republican lawmakers on the House Foreign Affairs Committee advance a bipartisan bill granting Congress 30 days to review and block advanced semiconductor exports to adversaries like China, potentially canceling existing licenses until a national strategy is submitted. The move pits Nvidia and its CEO Jensen Huang against the White House AI czar and other administration voices, who oppose the approach, and follows plans for a related Chip Security Act to verify chip locations. A companion Senate bill also exists and more legislation is expected.

via CNBC|

#china #chip-security-act #export-licenses