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21 October 2026

China Moves to Tighten Its Grip Over Exports of Top A.I. Models

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China Moves to Tighten Its Grip Over Exports of Top A.I. Models

Draft rules on the export of artificial intelligence technology show how China is trying to balance national security risks with its desire to outpace the United States.

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