China plans to restrict exports of 40 technologies including AI

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 16 Oct, 14:02 · Archive

China plans to restrict or ban exports of 40 technologies including artificial intelligence, chips and solar power, citing national security.

China's Ministry of Commerce and Ministry of Science and Technology have published a draft proposal to restrict or ban exports of 40 technologies spanning artificial intelligence, chips and solar power. The ministries cited national security as a reason for the move, which comes as technology competition between China and the United States intensifies.

Twenty-three AI technologies are included on the list, ranging from advanced large models to AI agents. Exports of core technologies used to train AI large models with sensitive national data would be prohibited outright. AI agents designed for use in highly sensitive environments such as national defence and critical infrastructure would also face restrictions. Additionally, exports of AI models with parameter counts of 2 trillion or above, or with certain world-leading capabilities, could be restricted. An AI model's parameter count is a key metric reflecting its learning capacity.

China's commerce ministry stated that the measures aim to 'reinforce the security bottom line, prevent misuse and abuse, and ensure that AI remains under human control'. The proposal follows recent progress in dialogues between China and the United States over AI safety and governance, including setting up a notification mechanism for AI incidents that could threaten national security. The move mirrors U.S.-led restrictions that have previously curbed exports of advanced technologies to China, including cutting-edge AI chips and advanced chipmaking equipment.

How it is being reported

• China moves to curb tech exports, including AI, citing national security risksChina plans to restrict or ban exports of 40 technologies, including AI, chips, and solar power, as its tech race with countries like the U.S. intensifies.News4Jax · 16 Oct, 13:20
• China moves to curb tech exports, including AI, citing national security risksChina plans to restrict or ban exports of 40 technologies, including AI, chips, and solar power, as its tech race with countries like the U.S. intensifies.Clickorlando · 16 Oct, 13:20

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