Trump's Unprecedented 'Commission' on Nvidia and AMD China Chip Sales Sparks Controversy: Is it Legal? How is it Implemented?
2025-08-12 / Read about 0 minute
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On August 11, as reported by the Financial Times, the Trump administration granted Nvidia and AMD permission to export specific AI chips to China, contingent upon the companies paying a 15% commission of their special China chip revenue to the US government. This unconventional agreement applies to Nvidia's H20 and AMD's MI308 chips, in exchange for the issuance of export licenses to China. Nvidia has confirmed its compliance with this directive, whereas AMD has yet to issue a response. This measure has prompted widespread concerns regarding its legality and potential implications for national security.