Chinese military institutions, state-operated artificial intelligence (AI) research centers, and universities have allegedly been buying Nvidia’s AI and high-performance computing (HPC) GPUs, such as the A100 and H100, despite U.S. export restrictions intended to bar these products from being sold to Chinese entities. This illustrates the U.S.’s difficulties in fully limiting China’s access to advanced processors that may enhance its AI and military capacities. Bypassing these restrictions has involved the utilization of middlemen and obscure subsidiaries, highlighting the complexities of monitoring technology sales and the intricate networks involved in acquiring such hardware. Experts warn that as these trade loopholes continue to exist, China’s progress in AI-related military developments poses a growing threat to the global balance of power, ultimately challenging the effectiveness of the U.S.’s export restrictions.
Grant Polachek is a journalist who writes for KillerStartups and has also been featured in publications such as Gud Story, NAXLA, and Global Trade Magazine. His articles cover a range of topics including artificial intelligence, antitrust lawsuits, tech advancements, and business partnerships. Grant offers expert insights and analysis on emerging trends and developments in the tech and business sectors.