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Much of the conversation tends to skirt the issue of GPU smuggling, particularly in the context of China. Recent regulatory changes have heightened scrutiny over the transfer of semiconductor technology, further complicating the situation for companies looking to maintain a competitive edge. Nevertheless, reports suggest that various Chinese companies continue to acquire GPUs through unofficial means.
ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, is reportedly one of the largest actors engaged in GPU smuggling, employing a range of tactics from renting to outright purchasing. Such activities raise significant questions about the efficacy of current regulations designed to control the displacement of advanced technology to rival nations.