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Model weights and export controls: a new variable in tech expansion

Advanced model weights and related technology are increasingly part of the export-control conversation.

As AI's strategic importance rises, advanced model weights, compute, and related technology are entering export-control discussion, and some transfers may require a license or be restricted.

For cross-border AI teams, this is a new variable to assess in advance.

Assess whether your technology may be controlled, screen counterparties and end-use, and track fast-evolving control lists.

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