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Apple seeks approval to purchase chips from blacklisted supplier
Apple is requesting an exception to buy RAM chips from a Chinese company blacklisted by the U.S. government. This move aims to address supply chain challenges. (sources: theverge, fortune, engadget, reuters, ft)
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Apple is seeking U.S. government approval to purchase memory chips from ChangXin Memory Technologies, which is on a blacklist due to alleged military ties. The request is part of Apple's efforts to manage its supply chain.
- Apple is looking to buy RAM chips from ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT).
- CXMT is blacklisted by the Pentagon for alleged connections to the People's Liberation Army.
- Apple is seeking an exception from the U.S. government to proceed with the purchase.
Why it matters
This request highlights ongoing supply chain issues and the complexities of U.S.-China trade relations.
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