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The US let Nvidia sell chips to an empty office in China

US lets Nvidia sell AI chips to Chinese companies with empty offices and ties to sanctioned military suppliers

By · Published November 8, 2026  21:33 UTC · Updated November 8, 2026  21:33 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: US lets Nvidia sell AI chips to Chinese companies with empty offices and ties to sanctioned military suppliers
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According to The New York Times, the US cleared Nvidia chips to these firms despite their troubling ties. The Verge reports that the US let Nvidia sell chips to an empty office in China, underscoring the complexity of the situation.

This stance suggests that Nvidia is willing to navigate the complex landscape of US-China relations in order to continue doing business. This raises concerns about the potential for chip smuggling and the use of these chips for malicious purposes.

The US government's decision to clear Nvidia chips to these firms will likely be scrutinized in the coming days and weeks. The outcome of this situation remains to be seen.

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The obvious questions

What is the background of this story?

The story involves a push by Anthropic to ban Nvidia from selling chips to China entirely, which was rejected by Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang.

What are the concerns surrounding the companies that purchased the chips?

The companies have empty offices and ties to sanctioned Chinese military suppliers, raising concerns about the legitimacy of their operations and potential for chip smuggling.

What is the significance of Nvidia's stance on the matter?

Nvidia's willingness to navigate the complex landscape of US-China relations in order to continue doing business suggests that the company is prioritizing its business interests over potential concerns about chip smuggling and malicious use.

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