Nvidia CEO Sees Global Tech Cooperation Through, Despite US Export Controls
In a statement of unwavering commitment, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced that global cooperation in technology will endure even if the upcoming US administration imposes stricter export controls on advanced computing products. The move comes as the US President-elect Donald Trump had previously imposed restrictions on the sale of US technology to China, a policy continued under President Joe Biden.
Huang's comments came during a visit to Hong Kong, where he received an honorary doctorate in engineering from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Speaking at length about the importance of open science in global collaboration, Huang emphasized that cooperation in math and science has been a driving force behind social and scientific advancement throughout history.
"I don't know what's going to happen in the new administration," Huang said, "but whatever happens, we'll balance simultaneously compliance with laws and policies, continue to advance our technology and support and serve customers all over the world." Despite potential export controls, Nvidia remains committed to its global customer base, with Huang assuring audiences that the company will navigate any changes while continuing to innovate.
Huang spoke about the crucial role of energy in powering AI applications, stating that increased use of sustainable energy in AI factories would ultimately contribute to a better world. The CEO also highlighted the potential applications of AI in various sectors, including carbon capture, wind turbine design, and advanced materials for storing electricity.
"AI can discover new ways to store carbon dioxide in reservoirs, new wind turbine designs and new materials for storing electricity," Huang said. He recommended relocating AI supercomputers from population centers to places with access to sustainable energy sources, further emphasizing the importance of environmentally conscious AI implementation.
In an earlier speech to graduates, Huang also marked the beginning of a new era in computing, stating that "the age of AI has started" and poised to impact every industry and field of science. With his characteristic optimism, the CEO concluded by saying that the use of energy for intelligence is the best use of energy we can imagine.
As the technology landscape continues to evolve, Nvidia's commitment to global cooperation and innovation remains unwavering. The company will undoubtedly be watching developments in US policy closely, but it seems unlikely to alter its approach to pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence and related technologies.