China Questions Nvidia's H20 AI Chips Over Security Concerns
China's cyberspace regulator has engaged Nvidia to clarify the security aspects of its H20 AI chips. The inquiry follows U.S. legislative concerns and aims to assess the chips for potential backdoor risks to Chinese user data. Nvidia's response is pending amid ongoing U.S.-China tech tensions.
China's cyberspace regulator recently reached out to U.S. semiconductor giant Nvidia, seeking clarification on the security attributes of its H20 artificial intelligence chips. This interaction followed a call from U.S. lawmakers for chips, sold abroad, to incorporate tracking and positioning functionalities.
The enquiry stems from concerns about potential risks to Chinese user data and privacy, particularly in light of new legislation pushed by U.S. Senator Tom Cotton. His proposed bill aims to mandate location verification for AI chips as a measure against the proliferation of advanced U.S. technology in China.
While Nvidia has yet to comment, the regulatory landscape remains complex. Following the lifting of a U.S. ban in April, the H20 chips manufactured for China embody the ongoing navigation of regulatory changes by Nvidia, amidst escalating U.S.-China technological disagreements.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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