Chinese Entities Exploit Cloud Services to Bypass US Chip Restrictions
Public documents reveal Chinese organizations using Amazon and Microsoft cloud platforms to access advanced US AI technologies despite export bans.
- Chinese entities leverage Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure to obtain restricted Nvidia AI chips via intermediaries.
- At least 11 Chinese organizations have pursued US technologies through cloud services, circumventing export restrictions.
- US legislation is being considered to close loopholes allowing remote access to advanced computing resources.
- Prominent institutions like Shenzhen University and Zhejiang Lab are among those seeking cloud-based AI capabilities.
- AWS and other companies assert compliance with US trade laws amidst heightened scrutiny.