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U.S. to Empower Google, Microsoft as Gatekeepers for AI Chips, Restricting Sales to Southeast Asia and Middle East

Dec 13, 2024, 07:36 PM

The U.S. government is preparing to issue new rules aimed at curbing Chinese companies' ability to source advanced AI chips from unrestricted third-party countries. These measures are part of a broader strategy to limit China's access to critical technology. The draft plan includes empowering companies like Google and Microsoft to act as gatekeepers for access to AI chips, restricting the sale of these chips to certain countries in Southeast Asia and the Middle East. The new restrictions are expected to be implemented by the end of the month, although the exact date could change as the measures are not yet finalized.