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

China is considering tighter export controls on AI models and semiconductor technologies, including restrictions on overseas access to advanced AI models, limits on training data transfer, and potential blocks on foreign chipmakers producing designs from Chinese firms. The measures would be incorporated into China's export control catalogue and reflect Beijing's view of advanced AI as a critical national asset.

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