Taiwanese authorities launched coordinated raids on Super Micro Computer’s local office, three affiliated company sites, and the residences of six individuals on June 29. The operation marks a significant escalation in a probe centered on allegations that Nvidia AI chips were being smuggled into China through Super Micro servers.
SMCI shares dropped roughly 8% following news of the raids, landing at approximately $28.15.
From seizures to raids: the investigation so far
This is not the first time Taiwanese authorities have moved on this case. Back in May, investigators seized approximately 50 Super Micro servers and scrutinized three individuals for allegedly falsifying export documents tied to restricted Nvidia AI chip shipments.
The Taiwanese investigation runs parallel to a US Department of Justice case that has been building since March. The DOJ charged three individuals, including Super Micro co-founder Yih-Shyan “Wally” Liaw, with conspiring to divert at least $2.5 billion worth of Nvidia-equipped servers into China.
