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Why Is The US Blocking China's Access To High-Bandwidth Memory?

A photo of a worker at a semiconductor manufacturing plant.

High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) is a revolutionary memory technology that has become a cornerstone in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing. It offers unprecedented data transfer speeds and energy efficiency, making it indispensable for data-intensive tasks like AI, machine learning, and graphics rendering. Recently, HBM has become a focal point in the geopolitical tensions between the United States and China, with the US imposing export controls to limit China's access to this critical technology.

Understanding High Bandwidth Memory

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