Legislation
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U.S. Lawmakers Propose Bill Requiring GPS Tracking in GPUs to Curb Technology Transfer to China
The U.S. Congress introduced the bipartisan Chip Security Act this week, requiring advanced GPUs and AI chips exported to certain countries to include geolocation tracking tech. Exporters must report unauthorized diversions to China or other restricted destinations, threatening sanctions. The bill mandates enforcement standards within six months but lacks technical specifics, raising concerns over compliance costs and data privacy. As Chinese firms spend $12B annually on indirect chip purchases, critics warn the legislation may disrupt innovation and semiconductor trade dynamics while overstating control over global tech flows. (99 words)
