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This event highlights the intersection of international regulatory scrutiny and technology sector supply chains. Government-imposed restrictions on specific products with potential security implications can disrupt commercial relationships, alter manufacturer strategy, and reveal the growing influence of state concerns over corporate operations in advanced technology markets. It also underscores how national security measures may impact global competition and access to critical technologies.
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Nvidia Halts H20 Chip Production After China Crackdown
Nvidia has ordered its suppliers to halt production of the China-focused H20 AI chip after the Chinese government directed local technology companies to stop purchasing the chips over alleged security concerns, according to reports citing sources with knowledge of the matter. This action follows last month's move by the Cyberspace Administration of China, which summoned Nvidia regarding national security concerns and asked the company to provide information on the H20 chips.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, speaking in Taiwan on Friday, confirmed that the Chinese government had questioned the company about security backdoors in the chip, to which Nvidia responded that none exist. Huang stated, "Hopefully the response that we’ve given to the Chinese government will be sufficient. We’re in discussions with them."
Nvidia issued a statement on Friday asserting, "The market can use the H20 with confidence." The company added that the H20 is not a military product and is not intended for government infrastructure. Nvidia also emphasized that both the U.S. and Chinese governments recognize these distinctions.
Previously, the U.S. government had said it would issue export licenses to allow the H20's sale to China after shipments were banned in April. Huang revealed he had lobbied for these licenses and reiterated the commercial value of allowing such exports. The news has cast further uncertainty over the future availability of H20 chips in China.