English.Cw.Tw Taiwan Intensifies Investigation into Nvidia Chip Smuggling via Super Micro
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- •Taiwan has intensified its investigation into Super Micro for alleged Nvidia chip smuggling.
- •Nine individuals are under investigation for document forgery related to AI server shipments.
- •The US Department of Justice is also pursuing a case against Super Micro's co-founder for conspiracy.
Taiwanese authorities have escalated their investigation into Super Micro Computer regarding the alleged smuggling of Nvidia AI chips to China. Coordinated raids occurred on June 29, 2026, targeting Super Micro's office and affiliated sites, leading to the investigation of nine individuals for document forgery and breach of trust. This follows a prior seizure of 50 servers and an ongoing US Department of Justice case involving charges against Super Micro co-founder Yih-Shyan Liaw for conspiring to divert $2.5 billion worth of Nvidia servers to China. The operation highlights the increasing scrutiny on AI hardware export controls, as the US aims to prevent China from accessing advanced semiconductor technology. Super Micro has stated it is cooperating with authorities, but the investigation raises significant concerns about compliance and regulatory adherence in the tech industry.
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