US adds 13 companies to export blacklist, mostly in China

The US Commerce Department added 13 companies to a list that restricts their access to American technology. These companies, primarily in China, are now blocked from receiving US exports without a special license.

The US government is tightening its control over which foreign companies can access American technology. This means companies on the list will find it harder to acquire components and software needed for their operations. It also signals a continued effort to limit the technological advancement of specific entities deemed a national security risk.