The AI Policy Podcast U.S. Takes 10% Stake in Intel and Nvidia Halts H20 Production for China
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Aug 27, 2025 The U.S. government has made waves with an $8.9 billion investment to secure a 9.9% stake in Intel, raising eyebrows about market fairness and the future of U.S. semiconductor independence. Meanwhile, Nvidia has halted H20 chip production for China, sparking discussions about Beijing's push for self-sufficiency in the AI sector. The implications of these moves not only affect industry dynamics but also point to broader geopolitical tensions and the delicate balance of global technology competition.
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Government Equity As Industrial Policy
- The Trump administration converted CHIPS Act grants into a 9.9% equity stake to ensure Intel remains a strategic US foundry player.
- This marks a major shift toward direct government ownership as industrial policy to reduce reliance on East Asian fabs.
Intel Abandons 'Build It' Strategy
- Intel's new CEO says building fab capacity without confirmed external customers no longer makes economic sense.
- That shift threatens U.S. plans to reshore leading-edge manufacturing unless the government intervenes.
Leverage Customers To Make Fabs Viable
- Use government leverage to provide credibility and incentives for customers to partner with domestic foundries.
- Persuade major cloud and chip buyers to commit to U.S. capacity to make fabs economically viable.