Microsoft warns US of data center halt due to China tech ban

• Microsoft warns the US government that a ban on Chinese optical transceivers could halt data centers.
• The ban would primarily impact data transfer between AI chips and servers.
• Nearly two-thirds of the global market for these components is controlled by Chinese companies.
• Microsoft has met with the White House and is lobbying against the ban.
• The Information Technology Industry Council is also involved in lobbying efforts.