Semiconductors

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Trump Administration Removes End User Authorizations for TSMC at Chinese Fabs

The U.S. Department of Commerce has revoked the general license for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) to export controlled items to its China facilities, following a similar move targeting two Korean companies and one American company.
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Trump Administration Removes End User Authorizations for Intel, Samsung, SK Hynix at Chinese Fabs

Last week, the U.S. government revoked waivers for U.S. technology exports that had been granted to Intel, Samsung, and SK hynix, under which these companies were able to export advanced wafer fabrication equipment from the U.S. for use at their Chinese facilities.

House Bill Seeks Congressional Veto Power Over Advanced Chip Sales to China

In a direct challenge to executive authority on technology exports, a new bill has been put forward by two Democrats in the House of Representatives, aiming to tighten control over advanced chip exports to China. This came after reports indicated that the Trump administration would allow the sales of some

Beijing's Gallium and Germanium Gambit: Export Volumes Dip, Global Flows Shift

Data from the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) indicates that the export control measures implemented by Beijing on gallium and germanium have reduced China's overall exports of the two minerals, with a stark divergence among importing nations. Exports to the U.S. experienced an initial hit

Taiwan Launches First National Security Probe into Critical Tech Theft

Taiwanese authorities have launched the first investigation under national security laws into alleged trade secret theft of key technology from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC), a global leader for advanced chip production. The probe, focusing on the illicit acquisition of TSMC's 2-nanometer technology, underscores heightened efforts to safeguard

Trump Administration's AI Chip Deal Sparks Outcry over New Sales

Amidst escalating tensions over competition in advanced technology, the Trump administration has signaled a willingness to greenlight sales of certain high-end AI chips to China – a move that is not only drawing fierce bipartisan criticism in Washington but also prompting security audits and warnings from Beijing itself. This development marks

Nvidia Chips Face Scrutiny in China

Even with U.S. export approval, Nvidia’s H20 chips face a challenging market in China, where they are now under strict security scrutiny from Beijing.
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