Tech Insider: Toughened U.S. Chip Export Curbs, Flying-Car Maker EHang’s Local Government Deal

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Four things to know about toughened U.S. controls on chip sales to China

The U.S. on Tuesday announced an updated set of export controls over more advanced artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductor and chipmaking equipment, aiming to close loopholes in existing rules and further block China’s access to American technology.