NVIDIA reduced its authorized Asian AI chip customers by more than 50%. The company implemented a new whitelist of approved buyers following intensified compliance checks to prevent processors from being illicitly rerouted to China.
The move responds to tightening U.S. export controls on cutting-edge technology. NVIDIA increased due diligence over recent months in Singapore, Malaysia, and Japan. The vetting process reviews customer ownership, intended end-users, and purchase contracts to ensure legal compliance.