Former US President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on Nvidia, accusing the tech giant of undermining American interests by continuing to sell advanced artificial intelligence chips to China. The remarks come amid growing tensions between Washington and Beijing over semiconductor exports.
'Putting America First'
Trump, who has made 'America First' a cornerstone of his political platform, argued that Nvidia's business dealings with China represent a direct threat to US national security. "These are the most sophisticated chips in the world, and we're letting them go to our biggest strategic competitor," the former president stated.
Nvidia's Response
The California-based company has defended its position, stating that it complies fully with all export control regulations. Nvidia emphasised that its commercial activities in China represent a small fraction of its global business.
The Broader Tech War
This controversy emerges against the backdrop of an escalating technological cold war between the US and China:
- The Biden administration has implemented strict export controls on advanced semiconductors
- China has been investing heavily in domestic chip production
- Tech companies find themselves caught in the geopolitical crossfire
Industry analysts suggest that Nvidia's situation highlights the difficult balance tech firms must strike between commercial interests and geopolitical realities. The semiconductor industry has become a key battleground in the US-China rivalry, with both nations viewing technological supremacy as critical to economic and military dominance.
