On September 5, the Wall Street Journal disclosed that, according to individuals privy to the discussions, US negotiators last year actively advocated for a preliminary peace accord between Armenia and Azerbaijan, with the offer of Nvidia artificial intelligence chips serving as a key incentive. Notably, what had remained undisclosed until now is that, to entice Armenia's engagement in the talks, the US side specifically broadened its authorization for chip procurement, tailored for its data center initiatives. This strategic maneuver has emerged as a quintessential example of 'chip diplomacy.' While the Trump administration had previously employed AI hardware in negotiations with the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, this instance marks the inaugural public deployment of such tactics to facilitate a peace settlement. The accord subsequently fortified the ties between the White House and the globe's foremost chip producer.