Synopsis : Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang announces US approval to sell its advanced H20 AI chips in China despite ongoing tech tensions. This move positions Nvidia to strengthen its lead in AI while navigating the delicate balance between security and economic opportunity.
Nvidia, the AI powerhouse that recently crossed the $4 trillion market value milestone, has secured approval from the Trump administration to sell its advanced H20 AI computer chips to China. CEO Jensen Huang shared the news in a company blog post and on China’s CGTN, underscoring the significance of serving the dynamic Chinese market while navigating US-China trade tensions.
Huang, currently in Beijing for the China International Supply Chain Expo, emphasized that “half of the world's AI researchers are in China,” making it essential for American companies to compete there. The approval came after Huang’s discussions with President Trump and other policymakers, following tightened export restrictions that previously threatened to cost Nvidia an additional $5.5 billion.
While Washington has historically restricted advanced technology exports to China due to national security concerns, Nvidia and other tech leaders argue that maintaining access to China’s vast market is crucial for sustaining US leadership in AI. The recent green light for H20 chip sales could mark a pivotal point in balancing innovation, economic growth, and security interests in the global AI race.
