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U.S. Proposes New Rules to Block China, Russia, Iran from Accessing Sensitive Data, Advanced Semiconductors, Says Jake Sullivan

Oct 21, 2024, 05:14 PM

The U.S. government is implementing new measures aimed at restricting access to sensitive data and advanced semiconductors for China, Russia, and Iran, citing national security concerns. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan emphasized the urgency of these actions to prevent Beijing from gaining a technological advantage in critical sectors such as artificial intelligence, military applications, and supercomputing. The U.S. Justice Department has proposed barring bulk sales of sensitive U.S. data to these nations, reflecting a broader strategy to safeguard national security and technological leadership.