US slows AI chip exports to Middle Eastern countries for national security reasons.

The US is slowing the export of AI chips manufactured by Nvidia and AMD to countries in the Middle East, aiming to control the spread of advanced semiconductor technology to potential rivals. This move is projected to impact the AI capabilities and military technology advancements of countries in the region, as part of a national security review of AI development in the Middle East. The US Commerce Department has not officially confirmed these reports.

May 30, 2024
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