Commerce Strengthens Restrictions on Advanced Computing Semiconductors, Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment, and Supercomputing Items to Countries of Concern
Updates to Modify and Reinforce Restrictions Initially Released on October 7, 2022, to Address National Security Concerns Posed by PRC Military Modernization Washington, D.C.- The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) released a package of rules designed to update export controls on advanced computing semiconductors and semiconductor manufacturing equipment, as well […]
Why should the US care about Chinese investment in Mexico?
By Travis Bembenek, Mexico News Daily For many years, Mexico watched as China received significantly more foreign direct investment from companies around the world. I recently wrote about how, based on my experience doing business in both Mexico and China, the benefits of NAFTA for Mexico were muted due to the global rush to invest in China. […]
New approach for battery recycling, using less energy and less hazardous chemicals
University of Birmingham researchers have announced a new approach for recycling the highest value component of end-of-life electric car batteries, the battery cathode, that is less energy-intensive and uses less hazardous chemicals than current recycling methods. Their novel method uses organic acid such as ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) as a leaching agent, and has been […]
Supply Chain Special: Unravelling Geopolitics, Reshoring, Digital Transformation and More
Wondering how the shifting sands of geopolitics affect the business of supply chain logistics and pricing? Dive into this illuminating discussion that unearths the intricate dynamics between the two, with a particular lens on the issues in Israel and their impact. We uncover the ripple effects this has on businesses who are now being nudged […]