The article discusses the US government’s decision to add several Chinese technology companies to its export control list, restricting their access to American technology and products. The move aims to prevent US technologies from being used for repressive purposes or military advancements by China. The companies added include Qihoo 360, a major cybersecurity firm accused of providing software to enable human rights abuses, and CloudWalk Technology, a facial recognition company. The US Commerce Department cited concerns over the misuse of biometric and cybersecurity technologies for surveillance and repression. The restrictions limit the companies’ ability to receive exports of commodities, software, and technology from the US without a license. The article highlights the ongoing tensions between the US and China over technology and national security issues.