The Next Front in the U.S.-China Battle Over Chips
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The Next Front in the U.S.-China Battle Over Chips

A U.S.-born chip technology called RISC-V has become critical to China’s ambitions. Washington is debating whether and how to limit the technology.
A.I. Giant Tied to China Under Scrutiny
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A.I. Giant Tied to China Under Scrutiny

A congressional committee made the demand of the Commerce Department after The Times reported on concerns among U.S. intelligence officials over the Emirati company, G42.
Red Sea Attacks Leave Shipping Companies With Difficult Choices
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Red Sea Attacks Leave Shipping Companies With Difficult Choices

Attacks on two dozen ships since November are forcing shipping lines to figure out whether and when to skip the Suez Canal and send vessels on longer voyages around Africa.