Nvidia GPU smuggling ring uncovered: $160 million worth of chips allegedly sent to China

Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025 7:01 am ET1min read

A $160 million Nvidia chip smuggling ring was uncovered in the US, allegedly sending graphic processing units to China despite American export control laws. The smuggling syndicate involved operatives entering the US illegally, fake front companies, and a secret warehouse shipping operation. The investigation, dubbed "Operation Gatekeeper," showcases the competition between the US and China for access to cutting-edge chips that control the global economy.

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