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Trump's Decision: Nvidia's AI Chips Now Allowed in China

12/11/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Nvidia can sell its H200 AI chips to approved customers in China.
The decision reverses prior restrictions aimed at limiting China's access to advanced technology.
Nvidia Chief Executive Jensen Huang influenced the decision.
Critics say the move could bolster China's military capabilities and that China plans to restrict access while developing its domestic chip industry.

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Nvidia can sell its H200 AI chips to approved customers in China.
The decision reverses prior restrictions aimed at limiting China's access to advanced technology.
Nvidia Chief Executive Jensen Huang influenced the decision.
Critics say the move could bolster China's military capabilities and that China plans to restrict access while developing its domestic chip industry.