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Export Controls

Export controls are government regulations that restrict or prohibit the transfer of certain technologies, data, and materials across national borders, particularly to designated countries or end-users. For AI governance, export controls matter because many advanced AI models, chips, and dual-use technologies face restrictions under frameworks like the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and similar regimes in allied nations, directly affecting where enterprises can deploy AI systems and conduct international business. Compliance with export controls is critical for organizations developing cutting-edge AI to avoid severe penalties and ensure their products can be legally distributed in target markets.

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ResearchISO/OECD/UN2026-05-26

AI Governance Problems, Policy Options, and Research Gaps Mapped in LawAI Literature Review

LawAI released a comprehensive literature review titled 'Advanced AI Governance: A Literature Review of Problems, Options and Research Challenges,' surveying recent academic and policy research across compute security, software export controls, AI licensing, system evaluations, and procurement rules for AI safety. The review also examines corporate governance proposals including Responsible Scaling Policies and AI certification schemes. Published in January 2025, the document is intended to map the current state of knowledge and identify open research questions for policymakers and governance practitioners.

AI governance compute security export controls AI licensing model evaluation procurement risk management accountability responsible scaling transparency