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U.S. Revokes Waivers, Tightens Chip Access for South Korea
8/30/2025
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- The U.S. government revoked waivers for South Korean chipmakers Samsung and SK Hynix, limiting their access to American technology for Chinese factories.
- Companies must now secure licenses for equipment purchases, intensifying pressure amid U.S.-China semiconductor tensions.
- This action addresses a loophole from the Biden administration to restrict China's access to advanced chips.
