China considers tighter export controls on AI models and chips, FT re…

Chinese regulators are considering tightening export controls on AI models and semiconductor technologies to prevent acquisition of advanced Chinese tech and start-ups by Western buyers. The Ministry of Commerce has been consulting leading domestic AI and chipmaking groups on the proposed measures. If you're building AI or chips outside China and rely on Chinese engineers, talent, or acquired teams, that door is closing. China just signalled it will block Western M&A of its tech talent and companies - your acquisition strategy in Asia now has a hard regulatory ceiling.