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Bipartisan U.S. Senate Bill Seeks to Ban Chinese-Made Optical Transceivers from Federal Systems

· Source: biggo.com

In short

Bipartisan U.S. senators introduced legislation on September 25 to prohibit federal agencies from using Chinese-made optical transceivers in systems handling sensitive information, targeting companies Zhongji Innolight and Eoptolink. The bill includes a five-year transition period for U.S. and allied manufacturers to expand production, amid concerns over supply chain security and the impact on AI infrastructure development. The legislation reflects a broader U.S. strategy to reduce dependence on Chinese technology while maintaining diplomatic dialogue.

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Tags: optical, transceivers, supply chain, legislation, AI, China

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