Despite bipartisan efforts, U.S. lawmakers have failed to close loopholes that let Chinese entities access American tech through cloud services. More than 100 tech lobbyists thwarted proposals aimed at restricting advanced AI chip sales to China, exposing the complexities of U.S.-China technology relations and raising concerns over national security. Even as U.S. officials warn about China’s surveillance practices, American companies continue to provide technology that enables these systems.
US Lawmakers Struggle to Close 'Cloud' Tech Loopholes for China
US Lawmakers Struggle to Close 'Cloud' Tech Loopholes for China
Despite repeated attempts by U.S. lawmakers to restrict advanced tech exports to China, loopholes remain that allow Chinese entities to access American technology via cloud services. This ongoing issue highlights tensions in U.S.-China relations, especially in matters of export controls and surveillance technology.
U.S. lawmakers have attempted four times to close a loophole allowing China to circumvent export bans on advanced AI chips by renting them from U.S. cloud services. Proposals faced strong lobbying from tech companies and ultimately failed, raising questions about the U.S. tech industry's influence over national security policies.
