Oracle’s bid to purchase TikTok, in conjunction with Walmart, is on hold indefinitely as a result of the change in administration.
Xiaomi Sues US Government In Effort to Overturn Ban
Xiaomi is suing the US Treasury Department and the Department of Defense in an effort to overturn a Trump administration ban.
On His Way Out, Ajit Pai Warns of China’s Threats to Telecoms
Ajit Pai has stepped down as Federal Communications Commission Chairman, but he had some parting words of warning regarding China.
FCC Upholds ZTE’s ‘National Security Threat’ Status
The Federal Communications Commission has denied ZTE’s request to reconsider the decision to label it a national security threat.
TikTok Gets a Reprieve As Judge Blocks Ban
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration’s ban on TikTok, at least temporarily, giving the social media platform a reprieve.
Trade War Escalates As China Sanctions Multiple US Companies
The US-China trade war has escalated as China sanctions multiple companies in retaliation for weapons sales to Taiwan.
Sweden Latest Country to Ban Huawei and ZTE
Sweden has joined the list of countries that are banning Chinese firms Huawei and ZTE from participating in the country’s networks.
China Passes Export Control Laws for Sensitive Export
China has fired the latest shot in the ongoing trade war with the US, passing legislation to restrict exports of sensitive technology.
Administration May Restrict Chinese Firm SMIC
The Trump administration is considering imposing export restrictions on China’s biggest chip maker, SMIC.
China Threatens Apple Products If WeChat Is Banned
China has officially said the Chinese would have no reason to keep Apple products, including the iPhone, if WeChat is banned.