US Restricts AI Chip Sales to China

Published on 4.17.25

The restriction on Nvidia's sale of AI chips to China has already been implemented, citing concerns over military capabilities. ASML, the second-largest US-based semiconductor equipment manufacturer, is also facing potential tariffs that could cost over $1 billion annually. This move aims to limit China's access to advanced semiconductors, which are crucial for AI development. The growth of data centers driven by AI demand is expected to significantly increase carbon emissions linked to electricity consumption, with the IEA predicting a rise from 180 million tonnes today to 300 million tonnes by 2035. Former US agency officials have praised the Trump administration's plan to use AI in the permit process, citing its potential to improve efficiency. The restriction on Nvidia's sale of AI chips to China is part of this broader effort to boost electricity production and limit China's access to advanced semiconductors.

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