China’s rapid ascendancy in the global tech arena has been largely fueled by its investment in AI and other emerging technologies, with the goal of enhancing its military prowess. This has been made possible by a combination of domestic development and heavy reliance on imports to bridge technological gaps. The United States, a global leader in advanced semiconductor technology, has found itself increasingly concerned about China’s efforts to acquire cutting-edge chips and technologies. In the escalating saga of the technology war between the United States and China, the Biden administration has announced a series of measures aimed at preventing China from acquiring advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips and cutting-edge technologies that could strengthen its military capabilities. Will this slow down Chinese advancement in technology ?