Overview

• US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo has called for increased funding to prevent China from gaining access to advanced semiconductors and AI technologies.
• Raimondo has previously imposed restrictions on the export of these technologies to China, citing national security concerns.
• Nvidia, a leading chip manufacturer, has been criticized for designing products that circumvent these restrictions.
• Raimondo has urged American businesses to prioritize national security over short-term revenue.
• Raimondo has stated that the US leads the world in AI and advanced semiconductor design, and will not allow China to catch up.