The Trump administration has introduced new security rules governing Nvidia’s sales of advanced chips to China, requiring both the company and its customers to meet strict compliance standards before any exports can be approved. The measures, part of broader efforts to restrict China’s access to cutting-edge U.S. technology, aim to prevent the use of high-performance AI and computing chips in military or surveillance applications. Under the new rules, Nvidia must verify the end-use of its chips and ensure they are not diverted to sensitive sectors such as defense or intelligence. Customers in China will also be required to provide detailed documentation and undergo security assessments. The regulations apply to Nvidia’s latest generation of AI chips, including the H100 and B100 series, which are among the most powerful available. The move underscores the U.S. government’s growing concern over China’s rapid advancement in artificial intelligence and its potential national security implications. While the rules are not a full ban, they significantly complicate and slow down the export process, giving the U.S. government greater control over how and where these critical technologies are deployed.