The Donald Trump administration is reportedly considering a new framework for exporting advanced artificial intelligence chips that could require foreign governments to invest in U.S. data centers.<h2>Proposed AI Chip Export Framework</h2>U.S. officials are debating a regulatory framework to govern exports of advanced AI chips produced by companies such as Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMD), Reuters reported on Thursday, citing a document.Under the proposal, countries seeking large quantities of chips — particularly shipments of 200,000 units or more — may be required to commit investments in U.S.-based AI infrastructure or provide government-level security guarantees.The framework is still under discussion and could change before being finalized, the report said.AMD and the White House did not immediately respond to Benzinga's request for comments. Nvidia declined to comment.<h2>Shift From Biden-Era AI Export Policy</h2>The potential rules would mark a significant departure from the approach taken during the administration of Joe Biden, which largely exempted close U.S. allies from strict export limits.According to the draft, even relatively small installations involving fewer than 1,000 chips could require licenses.Exporters may also need to monitor chip usage, while recipients could be required to install software preventing the chips from being linked into large computing &#34;clusters.&#34;<h2>Security Oversight And Investment Requirements</h2>Foreign companies requesting up to 100,000 chips may have to provide government-to-government assurances, while installations approaching 200,000 chips could face visits from U.S. export control officials, the report said.Saif Khan, a former national security official, told the publication that the rule could help the U.S. government prevent AI chips from being diverted to China.It can also support a more secure development of powerful AI supercomputers, but cautioned that the proposed licensing requirements may be overly broad.On X, the U.S. Commerce Department said discussions are underway, but the final rules would avoid the &#34;burdensome&#34; framework previously proposed.<figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div><blockquote>The Commerce Department is committed to promoting secure exports of the American tech stack. We successfully advanced exports through our historic Middle East agreements, and there are ongoing internal government discussions about formalizing that approach. Today there was…— U.S. Department of Commerce (@CommerceGov) March 5, 2026</blockquote></div></figure>Price Action: Shares of Nvidia closed Thursday up 0.16% at $183.34, but slipped 0.68% to $182.10 in after-hours trading. AMD fell 1.30% to close at $199.45 during the regular session and gained 0.33% to $200.10 in after-hours trading, according to Benzinga Pro.According to Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings, Advanced Micro Devices Inc is showing a downward trend in the short and medium term but continues to maintain a long-term uptrend, with its Quality score ranking in the 95th percentile.<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/05215703/Screenshot-2026-03-06-at-8.25.16%E2%80%AFAM.png?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" alt="" width="442" height="277" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/05215703/Screenshot-2026-03-06-at-8.25.16%E2%80%AFAM.png"/></figure>Disclaimer: This content was partially produced with the help of AI tools and was reviewed and published by Benzinga editors.Image via Shutterstock/ Joey Sussman

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The Trump administration is considering new export rules for AI chips from Nvidia and AMD, requiring countries to invest in U.S. data centers or provide security guarantees for large shipments. The proposed framework marks a shift from Biden-era policies, potentially imposing licensing requirements even for smaller chip installations. Discussions are ongoing, with the Commerce Department aiming to ensure secure exports while avoiding overly burdensome regulations. Nvidia and AMD shares showed slight fluctuations following the news.

- The Trump administration is considering a new framework for exporting advanced AI chips that may require foreign governments to invest in U.S. data centers.  
- The proposed regulations would mark a shift from the Biden administration's policies and could enforce oversight and guarantees for large shipments.  
- Discussions are ongoing within the Commerce Department to finalize these rules, which aim to enhance security and control over AI chip distribution.

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Trump Admin Weighs New Export Rules That Ties Chip Purchase From Likes Of Nvidia, AMD To Investments In US Data Centers: Report