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U.S. Eases Chip Software Exports to China Amid Trade Shift

7/3/2025

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The U.S. has removed export license requirements for chip design software sales to China, easing trade barriers.
Leading firms Synopsys and Cadence confirmed the lifting of these restrictions.
Both companies are focused on restoring product access in China while adhering to U.S. export regulations.
This move aligns with a recent trade agreement between Washington and Beijing.

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Story summary

The U.S. has removed export license requirements for chip design software sales to China, easing trade barriers.
Leading firms Synopsys and Cadence confirmed the lifting of these restrictions.
Both companies are focused on restoring product access in China while adhering to U.S. export regulations.
This move aligns with a recent trade agreement between Washington and Beijing.