China bans tech firms from purchasing Nvidia’s AI chips amid tepid demand
China's internet regulator has banned major tech companies from purchasing Nvidia's AI chips, including the RTX Pro 6000D, as part of Beijing's efforts to develop its domestic semiconductor industry and reduce reliance on US technology. This move follows the conclusion that Chinese-made AI processors now match or surpass Nvidia's offerings, signaling a shift towards self-sufficiency in China's AI race.
