California Democrats fear more restrictions on China could lead to 'death spiral' for US tech firms
4 months, 3 weeks ago

California Democrats fear more restrictions on China could lead to 'death spiral' for US tech firms

China Daily  

Semiconductor chips are seen on a circuit board of a computer in this illustration picture taken Feb 25, 2022. LOS ANGELES - Democratic lawmakers from the western US state of California are urging the Biden administration to halt its reported plans of imposing new restrictions on technology exports to China, arguing that a further round of controls "could send longstanding US companies into a death spiral," Reuters reported on Wednesday. According to the report, US Democratic lawmakers from California, the largest economy in the United States, said that "unilateral curbs benefit foreign rivals at the expense of US businesses." "We ask that you pause additional unilateral export controls until you have adequately justified that such controls will not damage US competitiveness in advanced semiconductors and semiconductor manufacturing equipment," Senator Alex Padilla and Representative Zoe Lofgren were quoted as saying in a letter addressed to Alan Estevez, who oversees export controls at the US Commerce Department. "The letter is a sign of growing pushback against Biden's semiconductor policy among Democrats from California, home to the US' top chipmaking equipment companies LAM, Applied Materials, and KLA," said the report.

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U.S. probes China chip industry on 'anticompetitive' concerns
2 weeks, 4 days ago

U.S. probes China chip industry on 'anticompetitive' concerns

The Hindu  

The United States said on Monday it is opening an investigation into China's policies for its semiconductor industry, over concerns that Beijing is turning to "extensive anticompetitive and non-market means" to undermine other economies. The probe centres on foundational semiconductors — which go into everything from cars to medical devices — and whether China's actions create burdens for U.S. commerce, …

America’s chip war with China will spread
2 weeks, 6 days ago

America’s chip war with China will spread

Live Mint  

In the continuing chip war between Washington and Beijing, the U.S. has the clear upper hand on the most cutting-edge technology. Even as U.S. export restrictions have stymied China’s progress in advanced chips, Beijing has been aggressively expanding production of more mature, so-called legacy chips. But much also comes from Chinese companies such as Semiconductor Manufacturing International, or SMIC, and …

US effort to curb China’s and Russia’s access to advanced computer chips ’inadequate,’ report finds
3 weeks, 2 days ago

US effort to curb China’s and Russia’s access to advanced computer chips ’inadequate,’ report finds

Live Mint  

WASHINGTON — The Commerce Department's efforts to curb China's and Russia's access to American-made advanced computer chips have been “inadequate” and will need more funding to stymie their ability to manufacture advanced weapons, according to a report published Wednesday by the Senate's Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations. The Biden administration imposed export controls to limit the ability of China and Russia …

US effort to curb China’s and Russia’s access to advanced computer chips ‘inadequate,’ report finds
3 weeks, 2 days ago

US effort to curb China’s and Russia’s access to advanced computer chips ‘inadequate,’ report finds

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Commerce Department’s efforts to curb China’s and Russia’s access to American-made advanced computer chips have been “inadequate” and will need more funding to stymie their ability to manufacture advanced weapons, according to a report published Wednesday by the Senate’s Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations. The Biden administration imposed export controls to limit the ability of China and Russia …

'New AI chip restrictions' beyond China hurt US industry
3 weeks, 5 days ago

'New AI chip restrictions' beyond China hurt US industry

China Daily  

High-rises dominate the skyline on both sides of the Huangpu River in Shanghai. Global Times-The US is reportedly contemplating broadening its chip export restrictions beyond China to encompass additional nations. As Washington moves to limit China's access to advanced AI chips, it risks undermining the financial interests of American companies, many of which rely on global markets, including China, to …

Appeal for levelheaded cooperation expressed
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Appeal for levelheaded cooperation expressed

China Daily  

The president of a prominent business organization said that the United States and China have entered a new era in which technology is more tightly controlled, referring to the US expanded restrictions on semiconductor-related exports to China in the name of national security and China's retaliation measures, but he is hopeful about cooperation on global challenges. Allen noted China's robust …

China launches investigation into US chipmaker Nvidia
Trending News
1 month ago

China launches investigation into US chipmaker Nvidia

Al Jazeera  

Taipei, Taiwan – China has launched an antitrust investigation into chip giant Nvidia in what appears to be Beijing’s latest act of retaliation against Washington’s sanctions on Chinese tech companies. Chinese state media said on Monday that the California-based chipmaker was being investigated by the State Administration for Market Regulation for potentially violating China’s antimonopoly laws. Regulators will also review …

China is probing Nvidia in a major escalation of its chip war with the US
1 month ago

China is probing Nvidia in a major escalation of its chip war with the US

CNN  

CNN — China has opened an antitrust investigation into American chipmaker Nvidia, the world’s largest provider of processors that power artificial intelligence, according to Chinese state media. China Central Television in a report Monday said the Chinese government believes Nvidia’s purchase of Israeli networking company Mellanox could violate the country’s anti-monopoly laws, though the report did not specify what the …

China’s ban on key high-tech materials could have broad impact on industries, economy
1 month ago

China’s ban on key high-tech materials could have broad impact on industries, economy

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — China has banned exports of key materials used to make a wide range of products, including smartphones, electric vehicles, radar systems and CT scanners, swiping back at Washington after it expanded export controls to include dozens of Chinese companies that make equipment used to produce advanced computer chips. China has banned, in principle, exports to the United States …

US chips 'highly unsafe, easy to hack', say Chinese industry bodies to tech companies, advises to buy local
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1 month, 1 week ago

US chips 'highly unsafe, easy to hack', say Chinese industry bodies to tech companies, advises to buy local

Firstpost  

In a rare coordinated response to escalating US restrictions on China’s semiconductor sector, four of China’s top trade associations claimed American chips are “no longer safe or reliable.” Beijing has also responded to US’ recent actions by banning the export of several critical minerals The call to reduce reliance on American chips could affect major US firms like Nvidia, AMD, …

China fights back against US' new chip restrictions, blocks export of key minerals needed in chipmaking
1 month, 1 week ago

China fights back against US' new chip restrictions, blocks export of key minerals needed in chipmaking

Firstpost  

Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced the restrictions, effective immediately, targeting gallium, germanium, antimony, and other key materials. It accused Washington of weaponising trade under the guise of national security China’s decision to block mineral shipments highlights its willingness to leverage its dominance in critical resources, as the country produces 98 per cent of the world’s gallium and 60 per cent …

China tightens control on dual-use items
1 month, 1 week ago

China tightens control on dual-use items

China Daily  

By Zhong Nan in Beijing and Heng Weili in New York | China Daily | Updated: 2024-12-04 07:41 China has announced measures to tighten controls on the export of specific dual-use items to the United States, in order to safeguard its national security and interests, according to information released on Tuesday by the Ministry of Commerce. The statement said that …

China tightens curbs on exports of materials with chip-making applications to US
1 month, 1 week ago

China tightens curbs on exports of materials with chip-making applications to US

Live Mint  

China will strengthen controls on U.S.-bound exports of some materials that are used in chip making and can have military applications, a move that comes amid rising trade tensions between the two countries. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce said Tuesday that it will ban exports of so-called dual-use materials to the U.S. for military purposes. A ministry spokesperson said the …

China bans exports of gallium and other key high-tech materials, hitting back at US chip sanctions
1 month, 1 week ago

China bans exports of gallium and other key high-tech materials, hitting back at US chip sanctions

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy China announced Tuesday it is …

Chinese chip firms say they can withstand new US export curbs
1 month, 1 week ago

Chinese chip firms say they can withstand new US export curbs

Deccan Chronicle  

Beijing/Seoul: Chinese chip companies targeted by Washington with fresh export controls have vowed to speed up supply chain localisation and said they would be able to continue production thanks to recent efforts to build equipment stockpiles. While Chinese authorities called the move "economic coercion", the measures appeared to have little impact on chip-making stocks, which rose slightly on Tuesday as …

China hits back against US chip crackdown
1 month, 1 week ago

China hits back against US chip crackdown

Al Jazeera  

Beijing bans exports of critical minerals to US, and several industry groups tell companies to avoid US chips. China has banned exports to the United States of the critical minerals gallium, germanium and antimony, which have widespread military applications, escalating trade tensions the day after Washington’s latest crackdown on China’s chip sector. “China has been signalling for some time that …

US again targets China with more curbs on chip-related exports
1 month, 1 week ago

US again targets China with more curbs on chip-related exports

China Daily  

The outgoing Biden administration has again moved to restrict China's technological advance with a new round of semiconductor-related export curbs affecting nearly 150 companies internationally. In the third round of sweeping technology restrictions in three years on China's companies, the US Commerce Department announced it would curtail exports to 140 companies by placing them on its Entity List. The new …

US again targets China with more curbs on chip-related exports
1 month, 1 week ago

US again targets China with more curbs on chip-related exports

China Daily  

The outgoing Biden administration has again moved to restrict China's technological advance with a new round of semiconductor-related export curbs affecting nearly 150 companies internationally. In the third round of sweeping technology restrictions in three years on China's companies, the US Commerce Department announced it would curtail exports to 140 companies by placing them on its Entity List. The new …

US Tightens Curbs on China’s Access to AI Memory and Chips Tools
1 month, 1 week ago

US Tightens Curbs on China’s Access to AI Memory and Chips Tools

Deccan Chronicle  

The Biden administration unveiled new restrictions on China’s access to vital components for chips and AI, escalating a campaign to contain Beijing’s technological ambitions. “Still, there could be future restrictions under the Trump administration next year.” The rules do capture the foreign facilities of US companies, using a provision known as the foreign direct product rule, or FDPR. “No Administration …

The US Just Made It Way Harder for China to Build Its Own AI Chips
1 month, 1 week ago

The US Just Made It Way Harder for China to Build Its Own AI Chips

Wired  

The US Department of Commerce introduced a sweeping package of export controls on Monday designed to weaken China’s domestic semiconductor ecosystem and undermine the country’s ability to manufacture advanced chips locally. The new regulations prevent China from accessing 24 types of chip-manufacturing equipment and three software programs, and place restrictions on the sale to China of high-bandwidth memory, or HBM, …

AI and semiconductors: China hits out at latest US effort to block Beijing’s access to chip technology
1 month, 1 week ago

AI and semiconductors: China hits out at latest US effort to block Beijing’s access to chip technology

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter which explores what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. Hong Kong/Washington CNN — The Chinese government has slammed America’s introduction of fresh export controls on US-made semiconductors that Washington fears Beijing could use to make the next generation of weapons and artificial …

US unleashes another crackdown on China’s chip industry
1 month, 1 week ago

US unleashes another crackdown on China’s chip industry

Al Jazeera  

The move is President Joe Biden’s administration’s last large-scale effort to stymie China’s ability to access and produce chips. The United States has launched its third crackdown in three years on China’s semiconductor industry, curbing exports to 140 companies, including chip equipment maker Naura Technology Group, among other moves. The latest effort on Monday to hobble Beijing’s chipmaking ambitions also …

Impending chip moves expose US hypocrisy again
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Impending chip moves expose US hypocrisy again

China Daily  

A view of the booth of Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp during an expo in Shanghai. The Joe Biden administration is set to unveil new export restrictions on China as soon as this week, the US Chamber of Commerce told members in a Thursday email. These are typical nonmarket moves that, if taken, show the Biden administration is plowing ahead with …

Impending chip moves expose US hypocrisy again
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Impending chip moves expose US hypocrisy again

China Daily  

A view of the booth of Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp during an expo in Shanghai. The Joe Biden administration is set to unveil new export restrictions on China as soon as this week, the US Chamber of Commerce told members in a Thursday email. These are typical nonmarket moves that, if taken, show the Biden administration is plowing ahead with …

Impending chip moves expose US hypocrisy again
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Impending chip moves expose US hypocrisy again

China Daily  

By LI YANG | China Daily | Updated: 2024-11-26 08:07 A view of the booth of Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp during an expo in Shanghai. The Joe Biden administration is set to unveil new export restrictions on China as soon as this week, the US Chamber of Commerce told members in a Thursday email. These are typical nonmarket moves that, …

Fearing Donald Trump’s sanctions, Chinese AI businesses scramble to stockpile US chips
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Fearing Donald Trump’s sanctions, Chinese AI businesses scramble to stockpile US chips

Firstpost  

China’s purchases of American semiconductors soared to $1.11 billion in October, a 60 per cent increase compared to the same period last year. Between January and October, chip imports from the US totalled $9.61 billion Trump’s return to the presidency has reignited concerns in China about expanded sanctions targeting its tech industry. Recent customs data reveals that China’s purchases of …

Alarmed China over Trump victory plans to choke chip industry
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Alarmed China over Trump victory plans to choke chip industry

Firstpost  

As China dominates the supply of minerals needed to manufacture chips, it is expected to choke supplies in case Donald Trump ramps up the US-China trade war after assuming office in January Semiconductor chips are seen on a printed circuit board in this illustration picture taken 17 February, 2023. How China uses control of supply chains in trade war China …

Trump's 'economic war' with China would hammer these two swing states: CNBC
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Trump's 'economic war' with China would hammer these two swing states: CNBC

Raw Story  

If President-elect Donald Trump is serious about hitting all Chinese goods with tariffs of 60 percent or higher, experts warn it could lead to all-out economic warfare that would be particularly damaging to two key swing states that Trump flipped in 2024. CNBC reports that the U.S.-China Business Council, in conjunction with Oxford Economics, estimates that a large-scale "economic war" …

When the chips are down: A US-China trade war?
1 month, 4 weeks ago

When the chips are down: A US-China trade war?

Live Mint  

On Monday, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co, the world’s largest chipmaker, was reportedly stopped from shipping advanced ‘AI’ chips to China’s biggest tech conglomerate, Huawei. Since 2019, Huawei has been on a trade restriction list after the US alleged cyber espionage by the company, as well as its seemingly close ties with China’s government. Last month, a tech strip-down found TSMC’s …

TSMC halts shipments of advanced AI chip to Chinese companies, top lawmakers demand ‘transparency’
Trending News
2 months ago

TSMC halts shipments of advanced AI chip to Chinese companies, top lawmakers demand ‘transparency’

Firstpost  

Top lawmakers in the US are demanding that chipmakers, to reveal various details about their sales to Chinese companies. At the heart of this tension is a fear in Washington that China’s rapidly advancing chipmaking capabilities could fuel military modernisation TSMC stated it remains committed to following all relevant export rules and regulations. Meanwhile, US lawmakers have upped the pressure, …

Trump's Unpredictability Could Benefit Chinese Tech Industry: Experts
2 months, 1 week ago

Trump's Unpredictability Could Benefit Chinese Tech Industry: Experts

The Hindu  

The article explores the potential impact of the upcoming U.S. presidential election on the Chinese tech industry, with a focus on the impact of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. While Trump's erratic approach could potentially benefit Chinese tech firms by easing restrictions, his combative stance and history of imposing tariffs could also have a negative impact. Conversely, Harris' more predictable …

US Weighs AI Chip Export Caps to Certain Countries
2 months, 3 weeks ago

US Weighs AI Chip Export Caps to Certain Countries

Bloomberg  

Note to readers: For previous subscribers to Bloomberg's Open and Close newsletters, welcome to the Evening Briefing, our flagship newsletter that brings you the context and analysis you've come to expect from Bloomberg News. US government officials are reviewing its AI chip policy and are discussing a new approach to regulating sensitive technology by setting a ceiling on export licenses …

US roll outs new export controls aimed at restricting China’s chip industry
4 months ago

US roll outs new export controls aimed at restricting China’s chip industry

Al Jazeera  

The United States has rolled out fresh export controls on quantum computers and semiconductor-manufacturing equipment amid concerns about the use of advanced technologies by rivals such as China. “Today’s action ensures our national export controls keep step with rapidly evolving technologies and are more effective when we work in concert with international partners,” Under Secretary for the Bureau of Industry …

China warns Japan of retaliation over potential new chip curbs: Report
4 months, 1 week ago

China warns Japan of retaliation over potential new chip curbs: Report

The Hindu  

China has warned of severe economic retaliation against Japan if it further restricts sales and servicing of chipmaking equipment to Chinese firms, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter. Toyota Motor privately told Japanese officials that Beijing could react to the curbs by cutting Japan's access to minerals required for automotive production, the report said. China's …

California Democrats fear more restrictions on China could lead to 'death spiral' for US tech firms
4 months, 3 weeks ago

California Democrats fear more restrictions on China could lead to 'death spiral' for US tech firms

China Daily  

Semiconductor chips are seen on a circuit board of a computer in this illustration picture taken Feb 25, 2022. LOS ANGELES - Democratic lawmakers from the western US state of California are urging the Biden administration to halt its reported plans of imposing new restrictions on technology exports to China, arguing that a further round of controls "could send longstanding …

Failure of trade bullying becoming ever more apparent
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Failure of trade bullying becoming ever more apparent

China Daily  

Song Chen/China Daily Reportedly, the US Department of Defense has decided to remove Hesai Technology from the blacklist of enterprises it alleges have links with the Chinese military because the Pentagon believes that the world's leading manufacturer of laser sensors for electric vehicles does not meet the criteria for being blacklisted. Notably, the Shanghai-based and Nasdaq-listed Hesai Technology sued the …

Failure of trade bullying becoming ever more apparent
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Failure of trade bullying becoming ever more apparent

China Daily  

Song Chen/China Daily Reportedly, the US Department of Defense has decided to remove Hesai Technology from the blacklist of enterprises it alleges have links with the Chinese military because the Pentagon believes that the world's leading manufacturer of laser sensors for electric vehicles does not meet the criteria for being blacklisted. Notably, the Shanghai-based and Nasdaq-listed Hesai Technology sued the …

California Democrats fear more restrictions on China could lead to 'death spiral' for US tech firms
4 months, 3 weeks ago

California Democrats fear more restrictions on China could lead to 'death spiral' for US tech firms

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-08-15 16:37 Semiconductor chips are seen on a circuit board of a computer in this illustration picture taken Feb 25, 2022. LOS ANGELES - Democratic lawmakers from the western US state of California are urging the Biden administration to halt its reported plans of imposing new restrictions on technology exports to China, arguing that a further round …

Chinese businesses hoping to expand in the US and bring jobs face uncertainty and suspicion
5 months ago

Chinese businesses hoping to expand in the US and bring jobs face uncertainty and suspicion

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — It was billed as the “biggest ever economic development project” in north Michigan when Gov. “The main reason is U.S.-China rivalry, and the U.S. government prioritizes ‘national security’ over economic interests in dealing with China.” Lizhi Liu, an assistant professor of business at Georgetown University, said the trend, along with the decline of U.S. investments in China, could …

Chinese businesses hoping to expand in the US and bring jobs face uncertainty and suspicion
5 months ago

Chinese businesses hoping to expand in the US and bring jobs face uncertainty and suspicion

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “The main reason is U.S.-China rivalry, …

Weakness of US' 'iron chip curtain' exposed: China Daily editorial
5 months, 1 week ago

Weakness of US' 'iron chip curtain' exposed: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

Semiconductor chips are seen on a circuit board of a computer in this illustration picture taken Feb 25, 2022. The Biden administration has employed the provision to ban foreign companies from exporting semiconductor manufacturing equipment and advanced chips that contain US technologies or parts to Chinese companies. The other takeaway from the move is that more and more US allies …

China calls on countries to resist US economic coercion
5 months, 3 weeks ago

China calls on countries to resist US economic coercion

China Daily  

BEIJING -- China's Ministry of Commerce on Friday called on relevant countries to resist economic coercion from the US in the semiconductor sector. The ministry said that China hopes relevant countries will adhere to market principles and the spirit of their contracts, resist the economic coercion from the US, and work together to safeguard the stability of global industrial and …

Allies dodging US' tech war draft: China Daily editorial
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Allies dodging US' tech war draft: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

The Joe Biden administration is mulling harsh restrictive measures on Tokyo Electron, ASML and other chipmaking and chip equipment manufacturing companies of US allies if they continue to trade with China. On the other hand, with Biden facing tremendous difficulties in his bid for reelection as US president in November, more and more US allies feel they needn't serve in …

Chip stocks shed $480bn on China trade fears, Trump’s Taiwan comments
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Chip stocks shed $480bn on China trade fears, Trump’s Taiwan comments

Al Jazeera  

US told allies it is considering using the most severe trade curbs available if companies continue giving Beijing access to advanced semiconductor technology. Wall Street’s semiconductor index lost over $480bn in stock market value on Wednesday and headed for its worst session since 2022 after a report said Washington was mulling tighter curbs on exports of advanced semiconductor technology to …

Decoupling result of US' China policy
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Decoupling result of US' China policy

China Daily  

By Yifan Xu in Washington | China Daily | Updated: 2024-06-27 09:51 Capital market decoupling between the United States and China is occurring to some extent, and US restrictions targeting China have played a significant role, experts said. US President Joe Biden signed an executive order last August to establish a foreign investment review mechanism to restrict US entities from …

Decoupling result of US' China policy
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Decoupling result of US' China policy

China Daily  

Capital market decoupling between the United States and China is occurring to some extent, and US restrictions targeting China have played a significant role, experts said. US President Joe Biden signed an executive order last August to establish a foreign investment review mechanism to restrict US entities from investing in China's semiconductors and microelectronics, quantum information technology, and artificial intelligence …

US lens on investments to hinder AI, chip sectors
6 months, 2 weeks ago

US lens on investments to hinder AI, chip sectors

China Daily  

Semiconductor chips are seen on a printed circuit board in this illustration picture taken Feb 17, 2023. Washington's latest proposal to restrict and monitor US companies' and individuals' investments in key technologies in China will jeopardize the global artificial intelligence and semiconductor supply chains, and increase the uncertainty of international economic recovery, officials and experts said on Monday. Wei Jianguo, …

US lens on investments to hinder AI, chip sectors
6 months, 2 weeks ago

US lens on investments to hinder AI, chip sectors

China Daily  

Semiconductor chips are seen on a printed circuit board in this illustration picture taken Feb 17, 2023. Washington's latest proposal to restrict and monitor US companies' and individuals' investments in key technologies in China will jeopardize the global artificial intelligence and semiconductor supply chains, and increase the uncertainty of international economic recovery, officials and experts said on Monday. Wei Jianguo, …

Selling damaging US chip move no easy task: China Daily editorial
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Selling damaging US chip move no easy task: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

The US side makes no bones about the core mission of Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security Alan Estevez's planned visits to the Netherlands and Japan early next month. The intention is to press the two US allies to further tighten and expand their implementation of the United States' ban on high-end chip and equipment exports to China. …

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