Hidden China risks are emerging in America’s multibillion-dollar AI data center boom

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“The rapid development of the United States in artificial intelligence data centers has raised concerns about the impact on Chinese technology. Multiple reports indicate that China’s continuous investment in data infrastructure and computing power may pose competitive pressure on US-related industries.”

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C CNBC Technology en 2026-09-03 22:00

“American artificial intelligence data centers rely on Chinese-sourced transformers, batteries, and optical equipment, despite Washington’s efforts to tighten restrictions on foreign equipment. As the US strengthens its export restrictions on foreign equipment, its multi-million-dollar artificial intelligence data center construction remains highly dependent on supply chain components from China, including transformers, batteries, and optical equipment. This situation highlights the Chinese technology risks that the US faces in promoting the expansion of AI infrastructure.”