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Having reconsidered the ban on the use of US technology in China by two South Korean memory manufacturers, the American government is contemplating a reversal, albeit with a condition attached.

Chaos appears to be the preferred approach in this situation.

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U.S. government contemplating reinstatement of tech assistance for two Korean memory manufacturers in China, under specific conditions following a week of revocation

Having reconsidered the ban on the use of US technology in China by two South Korean memory manufacturers, the American government is contemplating a reversal, albeit with a condition attached.

Jacob Fox, a renowned hardware enthusiast and writer, has been providing insights on the tech industry for several years. Currently, he is a Hardware Writer at PCGamesN, and his work has also been featured on TechRadar, Pocket-lint, and PC Gamer.

In his latest reviews, Fox has highlighted several standout NVMe SSDs:

  1. WD_Black SN7100: Fox considers this to be the best overall NVMe SSD, offering a perfect blend of performance and affordability.
  2. Biwin Black Opal NV7400: For those on a tighter budget, this NVMe SSD is Fox's top recommendation.
  3. WD_Black SN8100: This is the best NVMe SSD with PCIe 5.0 support, according to Fox.
  4. Crucial P510: If you're looking for a budget-friendly option with PCIe 5.0 support, the Crucial P510 is the way to go.
  5. TeamGroup MP44: For those needing a high-capacity NVMe SSD, the TeamGroup MP44, with its 4 TB capacity, is Fox's top pick.
  6. WD_Black SN850X: For those needing even more storage, the WD_Black SN850X is the best 8 TB NVMe SSD, as per Fox.
  7. Lexar Play 2230: This M.2 2230 NVMe SSD is Fox's top choice for its compact size and impressive performance.
  8. Silicon Power XS70: For gamers looking to upgrade their PS5's storage, the Silicon Power XS70 is Fox's recommended NVMe SSD.

However, the tech industry is facing a potential disruption due to recent US export policies. The Trump administration has revoked the special export privileges previously held by TSMC, and is reportedly considering allowing Samsung and SK hynix to have their machinery shipments exported more smoothly from the US to their plants in China.

This decision could have significant implications for the availability and cost of SSDs, RAM, and graphics cards, as these companies are major players in the memory manufacturing industry. The US government's concern about "technology leakage or equipment being diverted to Chinese firms" could lead to slow-downs in memory manufacturing, ultimately resulting in fewer and more expensive SSDs, RAM, and graphics cards.

It remains to be seen how these developments will unfold, but one thing is certain: the tech industry will continue to evolve, and Jacob Fox will be there to guide us through it.

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