China Still Accessing Nvidia Chips Despite US Export Controls
• China is still accessing advanced Nvidia chips despite US export controls, with Chinese military and government entities buying small batches.
• Suppliers are unknown, with chips coming from excess stock or through foreign subsidiaries and countries like India and Taiwan.
• Chips are being used for AI research at universities like Tsinghua and military-linked institutes.
• Purchases show controls are limiting bulk orders needed for major new systems, but access continues.
• Effectiveness of US controls is undermined by lack of allies joining and inability to fully enforce overseas.