Trump Authorizes AI Chip Sales to China for 15% Revenue Share, Raising Security Concerns

Aug 20, 2025
Fortune Asia
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Summary

In a controversial move raising security concerns, President Trump authorizes Nvidia and AMD to sell advanced AI chips to China in exchange for a 15% revenue share, redefining U.S. export control policy as a bargaining chip for economic gain.

Key Points

  • Trump allows Nvidia and AMD to sell advanced AI chips to China in exchange for 15% cut of revenue
  • The deal redefines U.S. export control policy, turning it into a bargaining chip
  • Experts question whether the deal undermines national security principles for economic gain

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