How China built the world's fastest supercomputer
Last Updated : Jun 24 2026 | 8:40 PM IST
China is back on top of the supercomputer race. Its new system, LineShine, has overtaken the US' fastest supercomputer despite years of American chip restrictions. More importantly, it appears to rely on a different computing approach that could reduce China's dependence on Nvidia and other US-controlled technologies. Here's why this breakthrough could reshape the global tech rivalry.