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China is considering stricter export controls on AI models and chips. The potential restrictions target advanced semiconductor technologies and artificial intelligence software. The move signals escalating technology trade tensions between global powers.
South Korea's chip exports climbed 180.6% in the first 20 days of July compared to the same period in 2025. Computer-related product shipments grew approximately 232%. Artificial intelligence-driven demand for semiconductors continued to fuel the economy.
Taiwanese prosecutors indicted a former TSMC deputy manager surnamed Chen for copying 21 confidential documents, including national core technologies, intending to use them in China. TSMC recovered all documents after internal monitoring flagged the theft. Prosecutors seek up to seven years in prison, marking the first indictment under Taiwan's National Security Act for alleged chip technology leaks to China.
Stocks ended lower for the week as AI-driven chip stocks extended losses, with the S&P 500 down 1.6% and the Nasdaq off 2.9%. Fundstrat's Tom Lee says stocks are poised to rebound after a massive margin call and selloff in AI trade darlings.
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