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Apple Seeks US Approval to Source Memory Chips from Controversial Chinese Supplier CXMT
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First reported by Calcalist · 1 hour ago
What happened
Apple is seeking US government approval to buy memory chips from Chinese supplier CXMT, linked to China’s military, to address chip shortages. The move faces congressional opposition amid national security concerns, illustrating tensions between business needs and US policy.
- 01Apple seeks US approval to buy memory chips from Chinese firm CXMT linked to China’s military.
- 02CXMT’s addition to a US Defense Department list complicates Apple’s supply chain plans.
- 03Apple has raised prices on hardware due to ongoing memory chip shortages.
- 04Apple currently sources chips mainly from Micron, Samsung, and SK Hynix.
- 05US Congress is expected to oppose Apple’s request over national security concerns.
- 06John Mulaney calls Apple’s potential deal with CXMT a "serious mistake."
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