Questions have been raised about the origin of semiconductors used in DeepSeek's AI model, potentially violating U.S. export restrictions. Reports suggest DeepSeek might have purchased advanced Nvidia chips through third parties in Singapore. While Nvidia claims its chips were legally exported, Singapore's Ministry of Trade and Industry is investigating the matter, emphasizing their commitment to upholding the law and collaborating with U.S. authorities.
Questions have been raised over the provenance of the semiconductors used to build DeepSeek's AI model, given U.S. export restrictions.
"We expect US companies, like Nvidia, to comply with US export controls and our domestic legislation. Our customs and law enforcement agencies will continue to work closely with their US counterparts," Singapore's Ministry of Trade and Industry said in a statement. "We expect US companies, like Nvidia, to comply with US export controls and our domestic legislation. Our customs and law enforcement agencies will continue to work closely with their US counterparts," MTI said in its statement."We have always upheld the rule of law, and acted decisively and firmly against individuals and companies that flout the rules.
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