The continuing education (CE) requirements for customs brokers went into effect on January 1, 2025, and the trade landscape has been evolving rapidly ever since. How do the new CE requirements work and how can you use them to your best advantage?
House Committee Seeks Briefing on National Security Risks in University Supercomputers
House Committee Seeks Briefing on National Security Risks in University Supercomputers
March 14, 2025/
U.S. lawmakers are seeking a briefing from the Bureau of Industry and Security on the risk of PRC nationals accessing university supercomputers powered by export-controlled chips. Concerns center on PRC-linked entities bypassing restrictions to advance China’s military and technological capabilities, highlighting the need for stricter safeguards.
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