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Microsoft presses Trump to scuttle expected ban on Chinese data center technology

Microsoft has urged the Trump administration to halt plans to ban imports of new models of Chinese optical transceivers, components that carry data over fiber-optic cables inside data centers. Microsoft and industry groups say the proposed restriction could slow US data center construction and weaken the country’s AI position.

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What happened

Microsoft and other companies and trade groups have asked the Trump administration to stop a possible ban on new models of Chinese optical transceivers. These parts carry data inside data centers. The ban is not final, and the government is considering it over security concerns.

Global impact / market context

If a ban goes ahead, companies say fewer available parts could worsen supply problems and slow US data center construction. That could affect the pace of AI development. The government is weighing those concerns against security risks.

What to watch

  1. Check whether the administration proceeds with the proposed ban; this will show whether import restrictions are moving forward.
  2. Check whether the FCC finalizes limits on the equipment; its draft plans show what restrictions may cover.
  3. Check for further company or industry warnings about shortages or construction delays; these would show whether the supply concerns continue.

Affected assets

  • Coherent Corp.
  • Lumentum Holdings Inc.
  • MSFT

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