Artificial intelligence / news brief
US Treasury proposes broader outbound investment controls for AI and computing
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The US Treasury proposed rules implementing the COINS Act, covering AI systems, semiconductors, quantum technology, high-performance computing, hypersonics and biotechnology. The proposal would require notice for some transactions and prohibit others involving covered foreign entities; it is open for comment and is not yet in force.
Why it matters
The proposal could materially expand compliance duties for US investors and AI companies working across countries of concern, but final scope and effective date remain unsettled.
Sources
- Treasury Issues Proposed Rule to Implement Comprehensive Outbound Investment National Security Act (external site)US Department of the Treasury · primary source ·
- US Treasury proposes a rule to crack down on high-tech investments in China, other adversaries (external site)Associated Press · coverage ·