In two recent rules, the Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has begun to take significant steps to monitor, and potentially control access to, U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) technology. AI continues to pose a unique challenge for regulators due to its rapid expansion as a consumer product and potential defense applications.Continue Reading Commerce Takes on AI: Recent Developments from BIS on AI
On July 29, 2024, the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) proposed a series of transformative new rules aimed at tightening controls related to military, intelligence, and security activities under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These proposed changes are set to impact how businesses manage exports and interact with end users, expanding the scope of restrictions to cover a broader range of activities and entities. These proposed changes further the U.S. government’s policy goals of using export control regulations to protect human rights around the globe.Continue Reading Export Control Shake-Up: Navigating the Expanded Export Restrictions