US Considers Restricting AI Chip Power for Chinese Market

US Considers Restricting AI Chip Power to Limit Chinese Market Access

US officials are considering stricter regulations on the export of AI chips to China, specifically focusing on restricting the level of computing power. The updated rules may be implemented by late July, and major industry players like Nvidia have expressed concerns about the potential permanent loss of opportunities in the Chinese market. The restrictions were initially imposed by the Biden administration in October 2022 to slow down the semiconductor industry. Chinese developers have been exploring alternative methods to develop AI chips, including utilizing weaker semiconductors and combinations of available chips.