TechNet, a national network of innovation economy leaders, has expressed concerns regarding the Biden Administration's newly announced interim final rule on artificial intelligence diffusion. Linda Moore, President and CEO of TechNet, shared the organization's perspective in a statement.

Moore highlighted America's leading position in technology and computing but cautioned that the new rule could potentially undermine this status. "America is the world leader in technology and computing, but this rule undermines our position and risks upending our role in the global innovation ecosystem," she stated.

The rule introduces limitations on the number of advanced chips that can be sold to individual countries. Moore voiced concerns about potential repercussions: "By placing caps on the number of advanced chips that can be sold to individual countries, this rule risks alienating some of our most important trading partners and driving emerging economies to seek out alternative, non-American sources of advanced chips from countries like China."

While acknowledging the importance of export controls for safeguarding U.S. national security, Moore questioned how effectively this specific rule would advance those interests. She emphasized TechNet's willingness to collaborate with policymakers: "We look forward to providing detailed feedback during the newly-provided public comment period and working closely with the next administration to ensure that any finalized policy advances our shared security and economic interests without inadvertently empowering adversaries or stifling American innovation."

TechNet represents a diverse membership including AI developers, researchers, and users globally. The organization advocates for policies that support growth within the innovation economy at both federal and state levels.