Checked fact 498815 Nov 2026Laws and rulings
The rule says a performance density parameter prevents the workaround of simply purchasing a larger number of smaller datacenter AI chips which, if combined, would be equally powerful as restricted chips.
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A performance density parameter prevents the workaround of simply purchasing a larger number of smaller datacenter AI chips which, if combined, would be equally powerful as restricted chips.
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Implementation of Additional Export Controls: Certain Advanced Computing Items (interim final rule, 88 FR 73458)
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How US AI-chip export rules use a performance score and buyer headquarters 15 Nov 2026
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