Articles about trade war

Tariffs chaos spurs stockpiling of memory products

The US tariffs prompt buyers and suppliers to adjust their strategies in response to policy uncertainty, says TrendForce.

Implications of Trump’s re-election on SA’s tech sector

Trump’s presidency will likely have an impact on the South African tech sector, from the point of view of trade, immigration, and global partnerships, say analysts.

China probes Nvidia over alleged anti-competitive behaviour

Regulators investigate the US chipmaker for suspected violation of China’s anti-monopoly law and its acquisition of Mellanox.

US targets Chinese supercomputing firms with sanctions

These entities are involved with building supercomputers used by China’s military actors, says the US Department of Commerce.

US regulator rejects ZTE’s national security threat petition

The Federal Communications Commission rejects ZTE’s petition asking it to reconsider the decision to designate the company as a national security threat.

TikTok picks Oracle to provide ‘secure’ cloud tech

As a part of this agreement, the video-sharing app will run on the Oracle Cloud and Oracle will become a minority investor in TikTok Global.

Huawei eyes 2021 release of HarmonyOS-powered smartphones

The Chinese technology giant readies to rollout smartphones that run with its rival operating system, amid ongoing restrictions. 

TikTok explains why it sued Trump administration

The video sharing app believes the executive order looking to bar it in the US is not rooted in bona fide national security concerns.

US accused of ‘hegemonic bullying’ in Huawei UK ban

The Chinese Chargé d’Affairs in SA slams Huawei’s ousting by the UK government, calling it a very bad decision motivated by political manipulation.

New 5G headache in UK tarnishes Huawei’s strong results

UK prime minister Boris Johnson is reportedly set to ban Huawei from Britain’s 5G network, in a decision that will delight Washington and dismay Beijing.

Huawei warns US restrictions threaten industry worldwide

While the past year’s journey has been chaotic, Huawei's rotating chairman says the company survived the US, China trade war and forged ahead against all odds.

Huawei in 5G offensive amid US hostility

Defiant Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei announces a slew of 5G products and solutions amid its rift with the Trump administration.