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US revokes chip equipment waiver for Samsung, SK Hynix

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On August 29, the US Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) announced it will revoke Validated End-User (VEU) status for Samsung and SK Hynix, along with an Intel subsidiary recently sold to the latter.

VEU status will expire 120 days from the announcement.

Some context: The VEU program – introduce...