Trump Administration Pauses Nvidia H20 Chip Export Restrictions to China

The decision follows Nvidia's pledge to invest in U.S. AI data centers and a high-profile Mar-a-Lago dinner attended by CEO Jensen Huang.

The Trump administration has halted plans to restrict Nvidia's H20 AI chip exports to China, which were expected to be implemented soon.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang attended a $1 million-per-plate dinner at Mar-a-Lago last week, reportedly influencing the policy reversal.
Nvidia committed to increasing investments in U.S.-based AI data centers as part of the discussions with the administration.
Chinese companies preemptively purchased $16 billion worth of H20 chips earlier this year, anticipating potential export restrictions.
The H20 chip is Nvidia's most advanced AI product legally exportable to China, tailored to comply with existing U.S. export controls.