Regulation2026-10-16

China proposed adding advanced AI technologies to its export-control list. The list covers 23 AI technologies. These include large language models, agents, chip designs and computing clusters. Restricted items would include model weights and source code. The move aims to tighten control over homegrown advancements. It targets technologies exceeding certain performance thresholds.

What changed

AI models, agents, chip designs and computing clusters could be transferred overseas without restriction.

What it unlocks

Restricting overseas transfers of advanced AI technologies to manage security risks.

  • 23 AI technologies covered

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