CNBC: US blacklists over 50 Chinese companies in bid to curb Beijing’s AI, chip capabilities - The Loadstar
Mar 27, 2025 - theloadstar.com
The U.S. government, under the Trump administration, has expanded its export blacklist by adding dozens of Chinese tech companies. This move is part of an effort to limit China's advancements in artificial intelligence and advanced computing. The U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security placed 80 organizations on the "entity list," with over 50 being Chinese companies. This action restricts American companies from supplying to these blacklisted entities without obtaining government permits.
The blacklisting is a significant step in the ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and China, reflecting the U.S.'s strategy to curb China's technological growth. The companies were added to the list for allegedly engaging in activities contrary to U.S. national security or foreign policy interests. This development marks the first such effort under the Trump administration, highlighting the administration's focus on addressing perceived threats from China's tech sector.
Key takeaways:
The U.S. added dozens of Chinese tech companies to its export blacklist.
This action is the first of its kind under the Donald Trump administration.
The blacklist aims to curb Beijing's artificial intelligence and advanced computing capabilities.
More than 50 of the 80 organizations added to the list are from China.
