Amazon, Microsoft Back Legislation to Curb Nvidia’s Chip Exports to China
Amazon and Microsoft are throwing their weight behind legislation that could further restrict Nvidia's ability to export advanced chips to China. The GAIN AI Act, also supported by AI startup Anthropic, would prioritize domestic demand for semiconductors before allowing exports to embargoed nations like China. This move comes as Nvidia battles to maintain access to the lucrative Chinese market amid escalating U.S. security concerns.
The bill reflects growing tensions in the tech Cold War, with Washington seeking to maintain its AI dominance while preventing technological leakage. White House officials and chipmakers reportedly oppose the measure, while Meta and Google remain uncommitted. The legislation underscores the Trump administration's push for tech self-sufficiency as concerns mount about China's potential military use of advanced computing technology.
