Marketplace Tech Bytes: Week in Review — Nvidia and AMD's new chip deal with President Trump
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Aug 15, 2025 In a week of tech twists, President Trump greenlights Nvidia and AMD to sell semiconductors in China, sparking legal debates. Perplexity AI makes waves with a $34.5 billion offer for Google Chrome, despite no sale announcement from the tech giant. Meanwhile, reactions to the launch of OpenAI's GPT-5 are mixed, highlighting the gap between hype and performance. The podcast dives into how these developments impact the semiconductor landscape and the ongoing evolution of AI.
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Quid Pro Quo Chip Deal Raises Legal Flags
- The Trump administration extracted a revenue share from Nvidia and AMD to allow limited chip sales to China, creating a quid pro quo trade dynamic.
- Experts question the constitutionality and long-term policy clarity of tying export permissions to a sales cut.
China Retaliates Against U.S. Chip Moves
- China is responding by restricting local companies from buying NVIDIA chips, showing escalation on both sides.
- The move highlights that chip policy conflicts are not one-directional and invite reciprocal measures.
Weigh Immediate Revenue Against Legal Risk
- Expect legal challenges but recognize lawsuits take years and companies may comply in the meantime to protect revenue.
- Consider short-term commercial gains versus long-term legal uncertainty when evaluating corporate responses.