China weighs tighter export controls on AI models and chips

China is considering tightening export controls on artificial intelligence models and chips, according to the Financial Times. The move, which would broaden existing restrictions on advanced semiconductors, signals Beijing's growing determination to protect its technological edge and limit foreign access to cutting-edge AI systems. For the UK, which relies heavily on Chinese-made components for AI development, the potential curbs could disrupt supply chains and accelerate calls for domestic chip production. The Financial Times report did not specify which models or chips would be affected, nor a timeline for any decision.