OpenAI avoids criticizing China chip sales to keep Nvidia as supplier
OpenAI has reportedly refrained from publicly opposing sales of advanced chips to China, according to a report by The Information. The move aims to maintain good relations with its key supplier, Nvidia, which has faced scrutiny over its ties to China amid shifting U.S. policy. The Democratic takeover of Congress could soon ease restrictions that currently limit China’s access to cutting-edge AI…
Key points
- OpenAI reportedly avoids criticizing Nvidia’s China chip sales to maintain supplier relations
- Nvidia lobbied conservative think tanks in the Trump administration to defend its China ties
- U.S. Congress shift may soon ease restrictions on China’s access to advanced AI chips
Nvidia has reportedly used its influence in the Trump administration to lobby conservative think tanks, including efforts to counter criticism of its China sales. A spokesperson for Nvidia defended its stance, arguing that U.S. dominance in AI requires global cloud infrastructure. The company was granted limited permission in December 2025 to sell H200 chips to China under Trump-era policies. OpenAI has stated it generally supports stricter export controls to foster American AI development.
OpenAI Bit Its Tongue On China Chips To Keep Nvidia Happy, Report Finds
ijr.com · 4 November 2026
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