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Nvidia Probe Shocker: China's Chip Choke Hold Tightens as US Fights Back in Epic Tech Showdown!
- 2024/12/26
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This is your Silicon Siege: China's Tech Offensive podcast.
Hey there, I'm Ting, and let's dive right into the thick of it. The past two weeks have been a whirlwind in the world of cyber operations, especially when it comes to China's tech offensive against the US.
Just a couple of weeks ago, on December 9, China launched an antitrust probe into Nvidia, the leading US chipmaker and a linchpin in artificial intelligence hardware. This move wasn't just a routine regulatory action; it was a pointed escalation in the intensifying US-China tech war. The investigation threatens to impose steep fines and disrupt Nvidia's operations in China, causing its shares to fall 4 percent by the end of the day[1].
But that's not all. The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) has documented over 224 known instances of Chinese espionage against the US since 2000, along with more than 1200 cases of intellectual property lawsuits brought by US companies against Chinese entities. James Andrew Lewis, Senior Vice President at CSIS, notes that companies take extra precautions in China to protect their IP, but the risk is part of doing business there, and sometimes those precautions don't work[2].
Chinese intelligence services often target Chinese nationals who come to the US to work or study, especially those who intend to return to China or have close family members there, making them more susceptible to coercion. Sam Howell, an associate fellow in the Technology and National Security Program at the Center for New American Security, points out that there's been a marked increase in IP theft lawsuits brought by US companies against Chinese entities since the US unveiled its new export control regime[2].
And just yesterday, on December 24, the Biden administration initiated a high-stakes investigation into China's expanding dominance in legacy semiconductor manufacturing. The US Trade Representative (USTR) is probing whether China's practices, backed by extensive state support, constitute unfair competition, endangering American industries and national security[4].
The implications are wide-ranging. Companies sourcing legacy chips from China could face increased costs, supply disruptions, or regulatory scrutiny. President-elect Donald Trump is expected to continue Biden's aggressive approach, floating up to 60% tariffs on Chinese goods and signaling that the US will maintain pressure on Beijing's tech ambitions under his administration[4].
In the world of cyber operations, the stakes are high, and the game is always on. As we move forward, it's crucial to stay vigilant and understand the strategic implications of these actions. The future of tech leadership hangs in the balance, and it's up to us to stay ahead of the curve. That's all for now, folks. Stay tech-savvy, and stay safe out there.
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Hey there, I'm Ting, and let's dive right into the thick of it. The past two weeks have been a whirlwind in the world of cyber operations, especially when it comes to China's tech offensive against the US.
Just a couple of weeks ago, on December 9, China launched an antitrust probe into Nvidia, the leading US chipmaker and a linchpin in artificial intelligence hardware. This move wasn't just a routine regulatory action; it was a pointed escalation in the intensifying US-China tech war. The investigation threatens to impose steep fines and disrupt Nvidia's operations in China, causing its shares to fall 4 percent by the end of the day[1].
But that's not all. The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) has documented over 224 known instances of Chinese espionage against the US since 2000, along with more than 1200 cases of intellectual property lawsuits brought by US companies against Chinese entities. James Andrew Lewis, Senior Vice President at CSIS, notes that companies take extra precautions in China to protect their IP, but the risk is part of doing business there, and sometimes those precautions don't work[2].
Chinese intelligence services often target Chinese nationals who come to the US to work or study, especially those who intend to return to China or have close family members there, making them more susceptible to coercion. Sam Howell, an associate fellow in the Technology and National Security Program at the Center for New American Security, points out that there's been a marked increase in IP theft lawsuits brought by US companies against Chinese entities since the US unveiled its new export control regime[2].
And just yesterday, on December 24, the Biden administration initiated a high-stakes investigation into China's expanding dominance in legacy semiconductor manufacturing. The US Trade Representative (USTR) is probing whether China's practices, backed by extensive state support, constitute unfair competition, endangering American industries and national security[4].
The implications are wide-ranging. Companies sourcing legacy chips from China could face increased costs, supply disruptions, or regulatory scrutiny. President-elect Donald Trump is expected to continue Biden's aggressive approach, floating up to 60% tariffs on Chinese goods and signaling that the US will maintain pressure on Beijing's tech ambitions under his administration[4].
In the world of cyber operations, the stakes are high, and the game is always on. As we move forward, it's crucial to stay vigilant and understand the strategic implications of these actions. The future of tech leadership hangs in the balance, and it's up to us to stay ahead of the curve. That's all for now, folks. Stay tech-savvy, and stay safe out there.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta