US expands trade blacklist, adding 32 entities linked to China's chipmaking and military sectors.

The U.S. has expanded its trade blacklist, adding 32 entities from multiple countries, including two Chinese firms, for acquiring U.S. semiconductor equipment. The actions target companies aiding China's top chipmaker, SMIC, and those supporting China's military and advanced computing sectors. This move reflects escalating U.S. efforts to restrict technology transfers to China.