Podcasts about export control

  Join us for an inspiring conversation with Michelle Trong Perrin-Steinberg, Chief Legal Counsel of Export Control | Sanctions, Americas at SAP America. Michelle shares her remarkable journey as a Black and Vietnamese woman navigating the legal field, from her early experiences to her current leadership role. Before SAP, Michelle honed her expertise at Deloitte's Global Trade Advisory Practice Group and major aerospace and defense companies like Boeing. She's deeply committed to fostering inclusion and serves on the Advisory Board of Women, Influence, Power and the Law, and the Executive Board of the Syracuse University Law Alumni Association Board. As a founding member of the Syracuse University College of Law Inclusion Network, she champions law students of color, especially first-generation students, through mentorship and skills training. In this episode, Michelle opens up about: Breaking the Mold: The unique challenges and triumphs of being a "first" in her department. Navigating Career Transitions: Strategies for building a successful career in the specialized field of Export Control and Sanctions. Leading with Purpose: How prioritizing the greater good can fuel career advancement. Building Your Tribe: The power of authentic connection, mentorship, and creating supportive communities. Speaking Up & Doing Right: Repairing past missteps and fostering a culture of accountability. Values-Driven Leadership: Staying true to your principles and building inclusive environments. "Kindly, Michelle": The story behind Michelle's book and the valuable lessons she shares about her path to leadership. (Available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other booksellers.) Tune in to hear Michelle's powerful story of resilience, leadership, and the importance of creating a more inclusive legal world. Connect with us: Connect with Michelle at https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-perrin-steinberg/ and https://www.michelletrongperrinsteinberg.com/.   Follow Samorn on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/samornselim/. Get a copy of Samorn's book, “Belonging: Self Love Lessons From A Workaholic Depressed Insomniac Lawyer” at https://tinyurl.com/2dk5hr2f.  Get weekly career tips by signing up for our advice column at www.careerunicorns.com.  Schedule a free 30-minute build your dream career consult by sending a message at www.careerunicorns.com.   

A new interim rule on export controls for AI chips opens a 120-day comment period. Listen to Two Minutes in Trade for more. 

In this episode, we discuss the December 2nd semiconductor export control update (0:45), the Trump administration's appointment of David Sacks as the White House AI czar (5:35), the OpenAI and Anduril partnership and its implication for national security (9:31), and the latest from China's autonomous fighter aircraft program (16:39).  

China has opposed the United States' latest semiconductor export controls and sanctions on Chinese companies.

Nosipho Radebe speaks to Patrick Mathidi, Head of Multi Asset Strategies at Aluwani Capital PartnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the future of AI could mimic human consciousness? Sit down with us for an enlightening conversation with Steve Wood, a prominent US patent attorney who brings a unique blend of geology, electrical engineering, and space law expertise to the table. Learn how Steve's early passion for space evolved into a distinguished career in tech commercialization and entrepreneurship. Get expert insights on patent prosecution, technology licensing, and federal compliance requirements, with a deep dive into the Bayh-Dole Act and its impact on the ownership and commercialization of federally funded inventions. We then turn our focus to the cutting-edge world of neuromorphic computing, exploring its potential to revolutionize AI and self-driving cars. From Tesla's current lane-keeping limitations to the pioneering work being done at SUNY Albany College for Nanotechnology Science and Engineering, Steve sheds light on the incredible advancements in neuromorphic chips and sensors. Discover how technologies like event-based cameras and memristors could lead to the creation of more efficient and compact neural networks, bringing us closer to truly autonomous vehicles. In this episode, you'll hear about: Exploring patent law and tech transfer Advancements in neuromorphic computing Envisioning the future of AI and consciousness (ex. Cortical Labs' DishBrain) Exploring space law and patents Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: Website: https://velawood.com/attorney/steven-wood/ Other Guest URLs https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/events/dialogue-intellectual-property-and-space-commercialization https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7163723630995066880/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrs8H2XDllw&t=14s  Image from Valentine's: https://www.alcorn.law/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Steve-Wood-Image.jpeg Social Links:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenwood1spacelawyer1patentattorney/ Alcorn Immigration Law: Subscribe to the monthly Alcorn newsletter Sophie Alcorn Podcast: Episode 162: From Earth to Orbit: A Dialogue on Startups, Export Control, and Space Law with Bailey Reichelt Episode 169: Startup Sustainability: Legal Lessons and the Climate Crisis with Sam McClure Episode 185: Transforming Space Sustainability into a Viable Business: Insights from Daniel Porras Immigration Options for Talent, Investors, and Founders Immigration Law for Tech Startups eBook Alcorn Academy course for best practices for securing the O-1A visa, EB-1A green card, or the EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) green card—the top options for startup founders. Use promotion code EAB20 for 20% off the enrollment fee.

Can space debris trigger an international crisis? Join us as we uncover the intricate world of space law and policy with Daniel Porras, Corporate Counsel and Director of International Government and Regulatory Affairs at Rogue Space Systems. Daniel shares his expert insights on the escalating participation of private enterprises in space and the labyrinthine legal frameworks governing satellite operations. With up to two million new satellites expected by 2030, the conversation delves into the urgency of establishing clear international regulations to prevent conflicts and ensure the longevity of space missions. Imagine a world without GPS – our economic stability and security hanging by a thread. This episode underscores the critical reliance on GPS for essential functions, from financial transactions on Wall Street to daily navigation. We explore the dire consequences of a GPS system failure, be it from solar flares or hostile acts, and spotlight the environmental and commercial dangers posed by anti-satellite weapon tests. Through the lens of Russia's controversial 2021 test that jeopardized the International Space Station, we examine the persistent challenges in managing space debris and ensuring space security. We also underscore the importance of fostering global talent and innovation to propel the space industry forward. In this episode, you'll hear about: Future of space law and policy GPS impact on economy and security Space debris cleanup and international diplomacy Space sustainability and law overview Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: https://swfound.org/media/207263/secure-world-foundation_space-sustainability-infographic.pdf https://swfound.org/news/all-news/2022/06/swf-releases-new-infographic-on-anti-satellite-weapons-and-space-sustainability/ All I Need To Know I Learned in Kindergarten by Robert Fulghum-page-001.jpg https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/lsereviewofbooks/2012/06/17/elinor-ostroms-work-on-governing-the-commons-an-appreciation/  https://www.alcorn.law/podcast/sap171/ Cynda Secure World Foundation https://space.n2k.com/podcasts/t-minus/278 His book: https://www.amazon.com/Walk-Tale-Written-Sand/dp/B0CGWX3WZ7 Website: https://rogue.space/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-porras-a1a340250/ Email: daniel.porras@rogue.space Alcorn Immigration Law: Subscribe to the monthly Alcorn newsletter Sophie Alcorn Podcast: Episode 162: From Earth to Orbit: A Dialogue on Startups, Export Control, and Space Law with Bailey Reichelt Episode 168: Into the Cosmos: Space Startups, Regulatory Hurdles, and Pioneering Tomorrow with Bryce Kennedy Episode 171: Navigating Space Governance, Peace, and Inclusive Leadership Immigration Options for Talent, Investors, and Founders Immigration Law for Tech Startups eBook Alcorn Academy course for best practices for securing the O-1A visa, EB-1A green card, or the EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) green card—the top options for startup founders. Use promotion code EAB20 for 20% off the enrollment fee.

Unlock the secrets to successful transatlantic startup expansion with insights from Dan Glazer, the dynamic leader of the US Expansion Group at Wilson Sonsini's London office. Listen to Dan's personal narrative of moving from the US to the UK and his early love affair with London, as well as his instrumental role in initiatives like Tech Nation and the British American Project. Navigate the intricacies of raising venture capital across borders as Dan shares strategies for smoothing cross-border deals through integrated legal teams and the importance of training dual-qualified lawyers. Discover how the influx of American venture funds into London is changing the fundraising landscape for UK and European startups, and learn key tactics to attract US-based investors, including the critical role of having a strong product market fit in the US. Explore the nuances of global venture capital and the strategic considerations for expanding into the US, from the location of talent and proximity to customers, to cost implications and managing teams across time zones. Dan underscores the transformative potential of AI, paralleling it to the dot-com era, and offers practical advice for startups aiming to build a transatlantic presence.  In this episode, you'll hear about: Strategies for raising venture capital across borders Market size impact on early stage fundraising Signals to raise from US investors at an early stage 8 considerations for US business location Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: Wilson Sonsini's US Expansion and Fundraising FAQ link: https://medium.com/@daniel.glazer/u-s-expansion-and-fundraising-a-comprehensive-faq-3bf143cd5249   Website: www.wsgr.com Social Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielcglazer/ Email: daniel.glazer@wsgr.com  Alcorn Immigration Law: Subscribe to the monthly Alcorn newsletter Sophie Alcorn Podcast: Episode 139: Why Choose the L-1 for Startups with Nadia Zaidi Episode 162: From Earth to Orbit: A Dialogue on Startups, Export Control, and Space Law with Bailey Reichelt Episode 165: Foreign Roots to Silicon Valley Heights: The Exit Journey of International Founder Alfonso de la Nuez Immigration Options for Talent, Investors, and Founders Immigration Law for Tech Startups eBook Alcorn Academy course for best practices for securing the O-1A visa, EB-1A green card, or the EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) green card—the top options for startup founders. Use promotion code EAB20 for 20% off the enrollment fee.

What if compassion and entrepreneurship could go hand in hand? Join us as we sit down with Fiona McEntee, an Irish immigrant and the managing attorney of McEntee Law Group, to explore how her journey to the United States shaped her career in immigration law. Fiona shares her inspiring path, from participating in an exchange program and studying law in Chicago to becoming a passionate advocate for startup founders.  Hear firsthand accounts of the human challenges behind visas and green cards, including Fiona's poignant experiences during the Trump administration's Muslim ban. Witness the resilience of startup founders in healthcare and technology spaces and the grassroots efforts that arose when policies threatened their dreams. We dissect the chaotic scenes at airports and the emotional toll on families, emphasizing the critical role of volunteer attorneys like Fiona who stepped up during times of crisis.  As we move into practical strategies for navigating business immigration amidst policy changes, Fiona provides essential insights into the Biden administration's supportive measures, such as the O1A visa and international entrepreneur parole. We delve into her advocacy work, including changes to the International Entrepreneur Rule and her efforts to make complex immigration issues understandable for children through her books.  In this episode, you'll hear about: The human stories behind visas and green cards Impact of immigration policies on the economy Navigating business immigration amid changing policies Supporting immigrant founders with VC funding Advocating for immigration reform Defining the American Dream Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: Book: U.S. Immigration Options for Startups: Accelerate Your American Dream Children's Book: Our American Dream Website: https://mcenteelaw.com/  Social Links:  Instagram: @usvisalawyer YouTube: @McEnteeLawGroupImmigration X: @USVisaLawyer TikTok: @immigrationlawyerfiona LinkedIn : Fiona McEntee, J.D. Alcorn Immigration Law: Subscribe to the monthly Alcorn newsletter Sophie Alcorn Podcast: Episode 39: Startup Law with Attorney Lindsey Mignano Episode 166: IP Insight: Safeguarding your Startup with Sanjay Prasad Episode 162: From Earth to Orbit: A Dialogue on Startups, Export Control, and Space Law with Bailey Reichelt Immigration Options for Talent, Investors, and Founders Immigration Law for Tech Startups eBook Alcorn Academy course for best practices for securing the O-1A visa, EB-1A green card, or the EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) green card—the top options for startup founders. Use promotion code EAB20 for 20% off the enrollment fee.

The prolongation of existing — and emergence of new — armed conflicts will likely remain a major source of geopolitical instability in the world economy, according to our strategic report on key themes for 2024. Following Iran's recent strike on Israel, we pose the question: What could an escalation mean for the global economy?   Explore our full library of S&P Global Market Intelligence podcasts >  Read our blog on escalation implications >  Download our report on 2024 themes >    Speakers: Ken Wattret Vice-President, Global Economics, S&P Global Market Intelligence Kristen Hallam Lead Content Strategist, S&P Global Market Intelligence

Welcome to the Hughes Hubbard Anti-Corruption & Internal Investigations Practice Group's podcast All Things Investigation. In this podcast, I joined by Jan Dunin-Wasowicz and Jeff Nielson, International Sanctions & Export Controls Lawyer at Rambol, for a deep dive into current issues in export control and economic sanctions.   Jeff Nielsen, an American lawyer with expertise in US and European Union sanctions, currently works at a prominent Danish engineering firm, having transitioned from practicing law in the US to navigating the complexities of international sanctions. Jan​​​​ Dunin‑Wasowicz, a partner at Hughes Hubbard & Reed, is a leading figure in trade sanctions, operating globally out of the Paris office. Nielsen's perspective on trade sanctions is shaped by his direct experience with US and European Union regulations, viewing the field as dynamic, challenging, and necessitating an understanding of both legal frameworks and international relations. Similarly, Dunin-Wasowicz emphasizes the industry's complexity, dynamism, and the importance of staying informed about global affairs to anticipate risks. His work underscores the increasing role of the private sector in dealing with sanctions, highlighting the need for a proactive and adaptable approach to risk assessment in this evolving field. Key Highlights ·      Private Sector Role in Evolving Trade Sanctions ·      Dynamic Compliance Strategies in Trade Regulations ·      Sanctions Enforcement Disparity: EU vs US ·      Global Landscape Risk Assessment in Trade Compliance  Resources: Hughes Hubbard & Reed website  Jeff Nielsen on LinkedIn HHR client alert on The Dawn of a New Era for EU Sanctions Enforcement? EU Adopts Directive on the Definition of Criminal Offences and Penalties for the Violation of EU Sanctions

Global Trade Talks is a podcast that shares brief perspectives on key global issues on international trade, current events, business, law, and public policy as they impact our lives. In this session, hosts and International Trade Practice Leaders Nicole Simonian and Dj Wolff talk with Crowell lawyers Jeremy Iloulian and Laurel Saito about the significant new sanctions and export control authorities included in the recently enacted National Security Supplemental fiscal package. While this legislation is best known for providing U.S. foreign aid commitments for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, it also contains critical trade related provisions that (i) expand the statute of limitations for U.S. sanctions violations; (ii) give the President new authorities to coordinate sanction efforts with the US and UK; (iii) expand sanctions and export controls on Iran (with some targeting Chinese financial institutions); and (iv) provide for new sanctions authorities targeting terror groups.

Embark on a transformative journey with Cynda Collins Arsenault, the philanthropic mind behind Secure World Foundation and Our Secure Future, as she shares her inspiring vision for a world where outer space serves as a conduit for global peace. This episode traverses Cynda's voyage from activism to entrepreneurship, revealing how she meshes the pursuit of personal success with the quest for societal betterment.   We also delve into the critical challenges of space debris management, the development of anti-satellite test regulations, and the exhilarating prospect of the Secure World Foundation's Space Sustainability Summit, which fosters groundbreaking dialogue and collaboration among space industry stakeholders. In this episode, you'll hear about: Building a peaceful future through collaboration Shifting mindsets in the space sector Empowering women in leadership roles Empowering women for a better future Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: Secure World Foundation - www.swfound.org  Our Secure Future - Women Make the Difference - www.oursecurefuture.org Alcorn Immigration Law: Subscribe to the monthly Alcorn newsletter Sophie Alcorn Podcast: Episode 162: From Earth to Orbit: A Dialogue on Startups, Export Control, and Space Law with Bailey Reichelt Episode 168: Into the Cosmos: Space Startups, Regulatory Hurdles, and Pioneering Tomorrow with Bryce Kennedy Episode 154: The Deep Tech Investment: Inner Space, Outer Space, and Startup Investing with Danny Crichton Immigration Options for Talent, Investors, and Founders Immigration Law for Tech Startups eBook Alcorn Academy course for best practices for securing the O-1A visa, EB-1A green card, or the EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) green card—the top options for startup founders. Use promotion code ILTS for 20% off the enrollment fee.

Have you ever envisioned the vast reaches of space as humanity's next frontier? Bryce Kennedy, the visionary at the helm of the Association of Commercial Space Professionals, joins us for an enthralling journey through the evolving cosmos of space exploration and regulation.  From the inception of a specialized Space Regulatory Bootcamp to his personal odyssey from law to space pedagogy, Bryce sheds light on how startups can steer clear of regulatory black holes and shares his dream of a society navigating the stars. Together, we contemplate the revolutionary leap for humanity as our celestial ambitions become an extension of our daily existence.  We chart the course of constructing legal scaffolding to support the celestial leap of our species – where a Zen outlook meets the drafting tables of lawmakers. With maritime law as our North Star, we delve into how historical seafaring codes influence modern space legislature, the role diversity plays in drafting these cosmic rules, and how treaties like the Outer Space Treaty anchor us. From the non-weaponization of space to the conceptualization of extraterrestrial safety zones for mining ventures, we ponder the legal fabric that might hold together our interstellar tapestry.  In this episode, you'll hear about: Star Trek's impact on space Transcendence and unity through meditation Visas and green cards for founders Safety zones and ownership in space Space startups facing regulatory challenges Impacts of space technology on earth Humanity's hope for space exploration Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: https://acsp.space/abq24bootcamp/ Alcorn Immigration Law: Subscribe to the monthly Alcorn newsletter Sophie Alcorn Podcast: Episode 154: The Deep Tech Investment: Inner Space, Outer Space, and Startup Investing with Danny Crichton Episode 157: Space is Our Future, with Christopher Hearsey Episode 162: From Earth to Orbit: A Dialogue on Startups, Export Control, and Space Law with Bailey Reichelt Immigration Options for Talent, Investors, and Founders Immigration Law for Tech Startups eBook Alcorn Academy course for best practices for securing the O-1A visa, EB-1A green card, or the EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) green card—the top options for startup founders. Use promotion code ILTS for 20% off the enrollment fee.  

In this podcast, Jamey Petri and Jeffrey Thomas discuss recently-issued guidance provided in a fact sheet from the Department of Justice (DOJ) on avoiding discriminatory employment practices when complying with U.S. export control laws. Jeff and Jamey unpack the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), focusing on their anti-discrimination provisions as they relate to issues affecting employers, including hiring and retention practices, Form I-9 documentation and processes, and employee training.

Let's delve into the world of international startups and their journey to mastering the U.S. market. In this episode, I'm thrilled to have Brian Frumberg, the CEO and founder of VentureOut. We unlock the strategies and insights necessary for global startups to thrive in the competitive landscape of American business. Whether you're an entrepreneur dreaming of Silicon Valley or a seasoned founder looking to expand, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom on navigating venture capital and establishing a successful presence in the U.S.  As international innovation collides with American enterprise, we dissect the intricate relationship between global startups and U.S. market dynamics. Succeeding in the U.S. is not just about who you know, but how you grow your business with specialized tactics and sector-specific support. If you're an international entrepreneur eyeing the U.S. market, prepare to be armed with the knowledge and confidence needed to venture into the U.S. with strategic finesse after tuning in to our conversation with Brian Frumberg. In this episode, you'll hear about: The positive impact of international startups on the U.S. economy Why success is more than networking - it's about specialized growth tactics The art of fundraising with a sales mindset Strategies and challenges for immigrant founders in the U.S.  Leadership's role in establishing market fit Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: VentureOut Alcorn Immigration Law: Subscribe to the monthly Alcorn newsletter Sophie Alcorn Podcast: Episode 139: Why Choose the L-1 for Startups with Nadia Zaidi Episode 162: From Earth to Orbit: A Dialogue on Startups, Export Control, and Space Law with Bailey Reichelt Episode 165: Foreign Roots to Silicon Valley Heights: The Exit Journey of International Founder Alfonso de la Nuez Immigration Options for Talent, Investors, and Founders Immigration Law for Tech Startups eBook Alcorn Academy course for best practices for securing the O-1A visa, EB-1A green card, or the EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) green card—the top options for startup founders. Use promotion code ILTS for 20% off the enrollment fee.  

Prepare for a voyage across the galaxies as we journey into the heart of space tech and export control regulations with our special guest, Bailey Reichelt. Bailey is a renowned space lawyer and founding partner at Aegis Space Law. She expertly guides us through the labyrinth of legislation surrounding commercial space technologies, revealing the intricate interplay between various government agencies. Promise to be enlightened on the importance of export controls, the crucial licensing prerequisites, and the fundamental role of regulatory bodies in this process. As we chart a course through controlled technologies, we'll equip you with a comprehensive roadmap perfect for startups, entrepreneurs, and international students eager to make their mark in the space industry. Together, we'll unravel how to pinpoint if a technology is export controlled, and empower you with the knowledge to keep a finger on the pulse of the ever-evolving roster of controlled technologies. We also touch on the potential requirement of unveiling new technologies to the government. Remember, expert consultation makes all the difference when charting these challenging waters.  In this episode, you'll hear about: Controlled space technology legal landscape International technology transfer and export regulations Exploring restricted technologies and resources Immigration and certification for foreign workers International students in emerging technologies Tech industry export control considerations Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: Bailey's LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/baileyreichelt Alcorn Immigration Law: Subscribe to the monthly Alcorn newsletter Sophie Alcorn Podcast: Episode 160: Startup Acceleration and Immigration Insights with SV Veteran Miles Randle Episode 154: The Deep Tech Investment: Inner Space, Outer Space, and Startup Investing with Danny Crichton Episode 157: Space is Our Future, with Christopher Hearsey Immigration Options for Talent, Investors, and Founders Immigration Law for Tech Startups eBook Alcorn Academy course for best practices for securing the O-1A visa, EB-1A green card, or the EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) green card—the top options for startup founders. Use promotion code ILTS for 20% off the enrollment fee.

The supply chain story of 2023 so far has been one of normalization. Demand has slowed down with U. S. seaborne imports of consumer goods falling in the first eight months of the year. The seasonality of shipping patterns also appears to be returning to normal and global trade activity is likely to stabilize.   But as ever, we see risks on the horizon. Trade policies are becoming more restrictive and sustainability policies are starting to have real consequences for supply chains. Water stress and labor action also threaten supply chain stability.   What is driving the return to normal in supply chains? What strategies are companies exploring to build resilience?   Speakers: Chris Rogers - Head of Supply Chain Research, S&P Global Market Intelligence Kristen Hallam - Lead Content Strategist, S&P Global Market Intelligence

On this week's episode of Trade Guys, we'll discuss the semiconductor export controls update, the US-EU summit, and the TRIPS Waiver.

Companies must take a proactive approach to sanctions and export control compliance to mitigate potential risks. This includes implementing rigorous compliance programs, cooperating with the DOJ, and promptly disclosing and remedying violations. In this episode of Corruption, Crime and Compliance, Michael Volkov explores the latest joint compliance notice issued by the DOJ, Department of Commerce, and Department of the Treasury. This notice provides crucial guidelines on voluntary disclosure for sanctions and export control violations, shedding light on the increasing enforcement of such controls. He discusses the intricate relationship between sanctions enforcement and the FCPA and offers a keen understanding of how businesses can safeguard their interests and comply with global standards.You'll hear Michael talk about:The landscape of sanctions enforcement is rapidly evolving, with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the National Security Division designating 25 prosecutors to handle sanctions compliance violations. Corporate resolutions are becoming the driving force behind settlement processes, and these resolutions could become significant revenue streams for the DOJ. In light of these developments, companies must prioritize sanctions and export control compliance to mitigate potential risks.The DOJ's Joint Criminal Enterprise (JCE) Guidance provides a detailed guideline for voluntary disclosures of possible violations. The JCE Guidance emphasizes the importance of prompt disclosure and swift remediation after uncovering potential violations. Generally, the DOJ will not seek prosecution if a company fully discloses a violation, cooperates wholeheartedly, and takes remedial actions. However, this is not a blanket assurance; aggravating factors such as widespread criminal activity or attempts by upper management to conceal violations can influence this stance.Voluntary self-disclosure is not merely a bureaucratic step; it can potentially be a shield, allowing companies to significantly reduce or even bypass criminal liability. Full cooperation entails timely preservation of pertinent documents, streamlined witness interviews, and proactive identification of avenues for in-depth DOJ investigation.Implementation of rigorous compliance programs, complemented by suitable disciplinary actions, can tilt the scales in favor of companies during evaluations. The JCE Guidance underscores recent modifications to the disclosure and enforcement policies adopted by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Notably, the BIS has ramped up penalties for companies that remain tight-lipped about significant potential violations. The efficacy of a compliance program, particularly its prowess in identifying and rectifying compliance gaps, plays a monumental role in BIS case resolutions.KEY QUOTES“Companies are about to face aggressive, coordinated prosecutions for sanctions and export control violations.” - Michael Volkov“[The] DOJ noted that a prompt, voluntary self disclosure provides a means for a company to reduce, and in some cases, avoid altogether, the potential for criminal liability moving forward, where a company voluntarily self discloses potentially criminal violations, fully cooperates, and timely and appropriately remediates the violations.” - Michael Volkov“The existence, nature, and adequacy of a company's compliance program, including its success at self identifying and rectifying compliance gaps, is itself considered a factor under settlement guidelines.” - Michael VolkovResources:Michael Volkov on LinkedIn | TwitterThe Volkov Law GroupDepartments of Justice, Commerce and Treasury Issue Joint Compliance Note on Voluntary Self-Disclosure of Potential Violations

Roughly 18 months ago, Russia invaded Ukraine, sending shock waves through financial and commodities markets. Since then, we've seen rounds of sanctions from the US and EU, an expansion of NATO, and an attempted mutiny in Russia. Still, the war grinds on.   In this episode, we discuss the outlook for the Russia-Ukraine conflict with Alex Kokcharov, S&P Global Market Intelligence's Principal Country Risk Research Analyst. How long is the conflict likely to last? What risk factors could influence its trajectory?   Speakers: Alex Kokcharov - Principal Country Risk Research Analyst, Europe and CIS, S&P Global Market Intelligence Kristen Hallam - Lead Content Strategist, Global Intelligence & Analytics, S&P Global Market Intelligence

①China and U.S. have agreed to establish new dialogues on trade, export control, among others. What are the details? (00:46) ②A U.S. federal judge has set March 4, 2024 as the trial date for former President Donald Trump on charges of attempting to overturn the 2020 election.(14:36) ③More than half of the industrial robots installed worldwide are in China.(26:00) ④Huawei's newly released Mate 60 series features pioneering satellite-phone function. How does that work? (36:15) ⑤Officials in Nigeria and Greece have demanded the return of treasures after thousands of items were stolen from the British Museum.(45:03)

The EU's 11th package of sanctions targeted against Russian trade is to close loopholes and tackle the circumvention of trade through re-exports of goods via third party countries to Russia and also to tackle the illicit transfer of oil via ship-to-ship transfers in EU waters.   Byron McKinney, S&P Global Market Intelligence's Product Management Director discusses the shipping segment within the transport section of the document.   Listen to the on-demand webinar in full: https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/events/webinars/the-european-unions-11th-package-on-the-circumvention-of-sanctions-and-vessel-ship-to-ship-transfers-risks-and-challenges-for-tr   Speaker: Byron McKinney - Product Management Director, Maritime, Trade & Supply Chain, S&P Global Market Intelligence

How close are supply chains to normality? Which industrial policies provide the biggest risks? What strategies should firms be pursuing in the face of perpetual upheaval? Can technology investments help build resilience?   Our experts explore these questions and share their outlook for the remainder of 2023 and beyond.   Speakers: Chris Rogers Head of Supply Chain Research, S&P Global Market Intelligence Agnieszka Maciejewska Economics Manager, GTAS Forecasting, S&P Global Market Intelligence Mark Fontecchio Research Analyst - IoT, 451 Research, S&P Global Market Intelligence

In this Hindi Newsflash: Australia is set to receive a special exemption from stringent U-S export control laws for AUKUS; Candidates make their last-minute pitches to voters in the Gold Coast seat of Fadden; India successfully launched 'Chandrayaan-3' and more.

China has urged the Netherlands not to abuse export control measures regarding semiconductor products.

Unprecedented changes are imminent in sanctions and export control enforcement, as the U.S. government amplifies its focus on national security and corporate compliance. On this episode of Corruption, Crime and Compliance, Michael Volkov discusses the potential consequences of these developments. He dissects the “new FCPA”, the Department of Justice's (DOJ) strategic approach, the critical role of sanctions and export control enforcement, and the intricacies of voluntary disclosure programs.You'll hear Michael talk about:A significant shift is occurring in the DOJ's enforcement focus, with 75% of criminal cases against corporations now related to national security matters, including sanctions enforcement, money laundering, and terrorism.The DOJ will collaborate with OFAC and BIS in a similar manner to the relationship between the DOJ and the SEC during FCPA enforcement.Corporate resolutions are set to increase drastically, with steep penalties, deferred prosecution agreements, guilty pleas, and a surge in individual prosecutions. Heightened compliance expectations around export controls and sanctions compliance will necessitate a ramp-up of relevant compliance programs.The enforcement actions will serve as guidance, similar to the initial stages of FCPA enforcement, providing cues about the DOJ's view on compliance and their expectations from compliance programs.The DOJ plans to ramp up enforcement against global banks, investing heavily in the Bank Integrity Unit which is part of the anti money laundering operations for global banks, and sanctions enforcement.The DOJ has forewarned corporations about the enforcement emphasis on sanctions and export controls. DOJ has ongoing investigations in various sectors including transportation, fintech, banking, defense, and agriculture.Voluntary disclosure programs, such as those from OFAC and the National Security Division, play a significant role in mitigating enforcement actions. However, choosing between OFAC and DOJ disclosure can present a nuanced dilemma for corporations, hinging on whether a violation is willful. The number of voluntary disclosures involving both is expected to increase as corporate enforcement actions rise.The case against British American Tobacco by DOJ and OFAC for illegal sales of cigarettes to North Korea, resulted in a combined penalty of $629M. This is a significant instance of enforcement action against a non-financial institution.The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and the Department of Commerce brought a case against Seagate Technology, resulting in a $300 million settlement. The DOJ seems to be investigating this matter further due to Seagate's blatant violations.A case against Murad, a cosmetics company, was brought by OFAC for Iran sanctions violations worth approximately $11 million. Murad ended up paying a $3.3M fine. Murad's actions highlight the importance of sanctions compliance guidance and the significance of due diligence, especially during acquisition processes.OFAC's enforcement action against Murad also emphasized the importance of having a local compliance structure when a foreign parent company is involved. OFAC also stressed on the importance of pre- and post- acquisition due diligence and audits when acquiring companies. The failure to perform such activities may lead to unidentified sanctions issues, as illustrated in the Murad-Unilever case.We may see larger fines against non-financial institutions in the near future, surpassing the current record of $508 million, indicating an uptick in enforcement actions.KEY QUOTE:"OFAC announced a separate civil settlement for $508M, which is the largest fine against a non-financial institution in OFAC's history. And that's what we're going to be seeing. Largest fines against the non-financial institution will eclipse $508M probably in the next couple of years." - Michael VolkovResources:Michael Volkov on LinkedIn | TwitterThe Volkov Law Group

How does the Department of Commerce help US leadership in the space sector? What does government do to leverage commercial R&D and capabilities? How do protective measures against China not impede US industry? Join Jamie Morin, Executive Director CSPS and Alan Estevez, Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security as they break down the complexities involved in protecting the US space industry and leadership in a fast changing geopolitical and technological  environment. The Space Policy Show is produced by The Aerospace Corporation's Center for Space Policy and Strategy. It is a virtual series covering a broad set of topics that span across the space enterprise. CSPS brings together experts from within Aerospace, the government, academia, business, nonprofits, and the national labs. The show and their podcasts are an opportunity to learn about and to stay engaged with the larger space policy community. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch all episodes!

Russia is the most sanctioned country in the world, with many thousands of individuals, entities and traded goods placed under controlled measures by the U.S., Europe and their allies.   In this episode, we discuss how successful these sanctions have been over the past year and their impact on the Russian economy and its ability to continue the conflict in Ukraine. The experts also talk about: Russia's new trading partnerships, new outlets for oil cargoes and the methods used to evade maritime sanctions The continued import of critical military technology and software to sustain the conflict The use of transhipment via third countries to maintain illicit trade   Speakers: Byron McKinney - Product Management Director, Global Intelligence & Analytics, S&P Global Market Intelligence Agnieszka Maciejewska - Economics Manager, Trade Forecast, S&P Global Market Intelligence Fotios Katsoulas - Liquid Bulk Principal Analyst, S&P Global Commodity Insights

In June 2022, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) provided multiple recommendations to U.S. universities with assistance from the U.S. Department of Commerce and Homeland Security, referencing the proposed dangers of conducting research using foreign controlled goods and sensitive information. The aim of this public notice was to help universities strengthen their export control compliance procedures, and in-turn mitigate the risk of illicit export and import activity. Two of the key issues raised were the efforts required to enforce export control regulations, particularly for deemed exports at universities, and the extent to which the U.S. agencies shared information relevant to export control.   In this episode, Ravi Amin and Dr Ian J Stewart review the recommendations made by the U.S. GAO and discuss in detail the complexities of trying to identify potential dual-use, military and sanctioned goods that are controlled under the U.S. Commerce Control List and U.S. Munitions List.   Speakers: Ravi Amin - SME Trade Compliance Specialist, Maritime, Trade & Supply Chain, S&P Global Market Intelligence Dr Ian J Stewart - Executive Director, James Martin Center for Non-proliferation Studies

A brief discussion of the United States Department of Commerce/Bureau of Industry and Security's new semiconductor and integrated circuit restrictions and how compliance with these rules may be impacted by the “U.S. person” versus “subject to EAR” restrictions at 15 CFR 744.6 and 15 CFR 744.23, respectively

Jose Najarro looks at semiconductor stocks and why chip stock prices are down. Could new export rules be the reason for Nvidia's Stock Price and Qualcomm's Stock Price Drop? Is it time to buy semiconductor stocks?A portion of this video is sponsored by The Motley Fool. Visit https://fool.com/jose to get access to my special offer. The Motley Fool Stock Advisor returns are 354% as of 9/21/2022 and measured against the S&P 500 returns of 112% as of 9/21/2022. Past performance is not an indicator of future results. All investing involves a risk of loss. Individual investment results may vary, not all Motley Fool Stock Advisor picks have performed as well.I have a position in $NVDA $QCOMNewsletterhttps://www.fool.com/josenajarroDISCORD GROUP!! https://discord.gg/wbp2Z9STwitter: https://twitter.com/_JoseNajarroDISCLAIMER: I am not a financial advisor.  All content provided on this channel, and my other social media channels/videos/podcasts/posts, is for entertainment purposes only and reflects my personal opinions.  Please do your own research and talk with a financial advisor before making any investing decisions.

The United States added 31 Chinese companies, including memory chip maker YMTCYangtze Memory Technologies Co, to a list of firms that U.S. officials could not inspect to verify they can be trusted to responsibly handle sensitive technology exports. The unverified list is a potential stepping stone to tougher economic blacklists from the Commerce Department.

In the Information Age, technology is slowly becoming a tool of foreign policy and diplomacy. Shrikrishna Upadhyaya speaks to Arjun Gargeyas on how China has managed to get a foothold in this field and what India can learn from it.Check out Takshashila's courses: https://school.takshashila.org.in/You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.You can check out our website at https://shows.ivmpodcasts.com/featuredDo follow IVM Podcasts on social media.We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram.https://twitter.com/IVMPodcastshttps://www.instagram.com/ivmpodcasts/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/ivmpodcasts/Follow the show across platforms:Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Gaana, Amazon MusicDo share the word with you folks!

Following reports that ASML is under diplomatic pressure to regulate the export of its fabrication equipment to China, we discuss market data, other suppliers, and some of ASML's own suppliers. We also set up for future drill-down on HPC software, and welcome suggestions for guests who can shed light on various parts of it. [audio mp3="http://orionx.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/031@HPCpodcas_ASML-Export-Control_HPC-Software-Setup_20220717.mp3"][/audio] The post @HPCpodcast-31: ASML Export Control, HPC Software Stack appeared first on OrionX.net.

Philip Sloss of NASASpaceflight joins Jake and Anthony to talk about the rollout and wet dress rehearsal for Artemis 1, and to go behind-the-scenes on how he does his incredibly-in-depth reporting and coverage of SLS.DrinksSession IPA - Big Rock Brewery - UntappdGreco di Tufo DOCG | Donnachiara Wine CompanyTopicsOff-Nominal - YouTubeEpisode 56 - Export Control is Like Fight Club (with Philip Sloss) - YouTubeInside Artemis 1's complex launch windows and constraints - NASASpaceFlight.comArtemis 1 rollout timing remains uncertain as NASA leadership deliberates the schedule - NASASpaceFlight.comNASA moon rocket SLS rolls out to “rebuilt” LC-39B ahead of Artemis 1 rehearsal - NASASpaceFlight.comNASA working through wet dress rehearsal, final major pre-flight test for moon rocket - NASASpaceFlight.comSpace Shuttle: The History of the National Space Transportation System The First 100 Missions: Dennis R. Jenkins - Amazon.com: BooksJosiah

Matt Bell, the Practice Leader, Export Controls, Sanctions and Trade for FTI Consulting and Arnold & Porter's National Security lawyer Soo-Mi Rhee join Evan with the latest on the evolving situation with Russian Sanctions.

In this WorldSmart podcast, International Trade & Investment Practice Leader Kay Georgi discusses the current and future issues of export controls and economic sanctions, with International Group Co-Chairs Hunter Carter and Malcolm McNeil. Kay Georgi leads the Arent Fox International Trade group, She has more than 30 years' experience advising clients on all aspects of international trade, export controls, sanctions, customs, ranked by Chambers as one of America's leading international trade lawyers. Highlights of the conversation include: The challenge of pivoting during COVID to new priorities such as international trade and restrictions in PPE, COVID export controls, and COVID testing Counseling clients as they navigate compliance in an era of increasingly political sanctions and export controls, such as forced labor sanctions, Huawei sanctions, which impose costs and burdens on importers The continued US-China trade war, with tariffs and sanctions seen as a bargaining tool Implementation of the USMCA especially in the automotive sector, with tougher rules on country of origin and more compliance work needed by companies Rollback of US sanctions related to the International Criminal Court and restrictions on the US WTO Appellate Body Trade issues on the horizon like making new free trade agreements with countries like Ecuador

This episode is on trade compliance and our guest is Jochen Vankerckhoven. Jochen is a young compliance professional who loves to search for better ways to communicate compliance. He first struggled with the communication part of his job when making the switch from lawyer to in-house counsel, so he looked for better insights and tools on compliance communication. He likes to share his findings with small compliance teams. He is even building right now a course on compliance communication. You can check out more on his website www.jochenv.me and follow him on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jochenvankerckhoven/The books mentioned in the episode-  "Fully Compliant" of Travis Waugh-  "The Cambridge Handbook of Compliance" of Benjamin Van Rooij and Daniel Sokol-  "Building a story brand" of Donald Miller-   "You're invited"  of Jon Levy

In a precedent-setting agreement, the Justice Department, OFAC and the Bureau of Industry Security announced a settlement with SAP SE for more than $8 million for numerous violations of the Iran Sanctions program. While the Justice Department’s National Security Division (“NSD”) has settled prior export control and sanctions cases against corporations for violations of the North Korea Sanctions program, the SAP case is the first in which DOJ’s NSD flexed its new Export Control and Sanctions Enforcement Policy for Business Organizations, crediting voluntary disclosure, cooperation and remediation. Further, the SAP settlement provides important insights into DOJ’s export control and sanctions compliance expectations. The SAP case pushes DOJ’s views and expectations for export control and sanctions compliance programs.  Like the past history of enforcement actions and compliance program requirements involving the FCPA, DOJ’s SAP settlement is the beginning of a new, aggressive approach to export and sanctions compliance standards beyond those required by OFAC and BIS. In this Episode, Michael Volkov review the SAP settlement and outlines new export control and sanctions compliance expectations.

Post By: Adam Turteltaub Few areas of compliance change as rapidly as export controls. People, companies and even countries move on and off the sanctions list. Adding to the complexity, as Matt Silverman, Senior Manager, Compliance & Export Control at ASML explains, is the challenge that an export control violation isn’t about simply shipping goods to someone or somewhere you shouldn’t. Even a conversation, plant tour or the wrong hire can be a violation. So, how do you stay on top of this issue? For one, you need a good source of data on who and what entities are on the sanctions list. There are multiple sources that need to be checked regularly includes the Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and Department of State. Plus you will likely need a good vendor with a database of prohibited persons, along with subscriptions to several email lists. And, it doesn’t hurt, as he has done, to join a network of export compliance pros who share the latest information. Second, it’s critical to work with the business unit to help them understand both the complexities and the need to proceed with caution. At the same time the compliance team needs to stay involved and utilize creative problem-solving skills. One other discipline, he explains, has to be involved in managing this risk: HR. Hiring a non-US person to work in the company in a sensitive position may be a deemed export and a violation of law. At the same time, though, the company has to be mindful of anti-discrimination laws. Listen in to learn more about how to manage this complex, ever-evolving risk area.

China has approved and enacted its first Export Control Law, the first export control legislation in China aimed at regulating the export of sensitive materials and technologies from China to overseas. Jay Ruan, Marcela Robledo, Alison Stafford-Powell, and Vivian Wu have an insightful discussion about what is covered by this new legislation and how it can possibly affect the US-China trade relations. Our panel of experts delve into the aspects of the Export Control Law that will have an impact on the technology industry and what steps can be taken to manage these.

European leaders will address the thorny question of vaccine-export controls today. We look at the row with Britain and what it means for the broader relationship with the EU. Our correspondent visits Congo-Brazzaville as the president of nearly 37 years triumphs again—at a continuing cost to his people. And research suggests that Europe’s most inbred rulers were the least adept.For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

European leaders will address the thorny question of vaccine-export controls today. We look at the row with Britain and what it means for the broader relationship with the EU. Our correspondent visits Congo-Brazzaville as the president of nearly 37 years triumphs again—at a continuing cost to his people. And research suggests that Europe’s most inbred rulers were the least adept.For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode Jonathan Armstrong and Tom Fox are back to discuss issues relating to data privacy, data protection and GDPR. Today, we conclude a 3-part series on issues relating to GDPR after Brexit. They include data protection, data transfer and issues related to trade sanctions, AML and export control. In this episode we consider trade sanctions, anti-money laundering and export control after Brexit.  Resources Check out the Cordery Compliance Client alert on the data transfer after Brexit here.   Check out the Cordery Compliance, client alert on this topic, click here. For more information on Cordery Compliance, go their website here. Also check out the GDPR Navigator, one of the top resources for GDPR Compliance by clicking here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Justice Department’s enforcement of the Foreign Agents Registration Act is the most aggressive in decades. Enacted in 1938, FARA “requires certain agents of foreign principals who are engaged in political activities or other activities specified under the statute to make periodic public disclosure of their relationship with the foreign principal, as well as activities, receipts and disbursements in support of those activities.” With greater enforcement, lawyers and their clients need to know today how this law applies to them. What are lawyers' responsibilities and obligations under FARA? What are the best practices to comply with the law? David Laufman, partner at Wiggin & Dana LLP and former Chief of Counterintelligence & Export Control in the DOJ National Security Division (responsible for FARA enforcement) explains FARA for lawyers and law firms in this program.

Export controls have been one of the main policy tools wielded by the Trump administration in its trade and technology war against China. Now, China has made its first major move in response, with a new law specifically focused on export controls. Nate Bush discusses the scope of items the new law covers, the ways in which it departs from the export control regimes of other countries, the implications for companies from third countries amid worsening US-China relations, and more. Nate Bush is partner at DLA Piper in Singapore where he heads the firm's Asia investigations as well as antitrust and competition practices. The China Law Podcast is a weekly podcast exploring China's business and financial sectors from a legal perspective hosted by Vincent Chow. Get in touch at vchow@alm.com with any feedback and ideas for future episodes. Episode outline 01:11 Risk of retroactive enforcement according to the law 06:17 Decentralized administration of the law 09:09 Scope of items subject to export controls 11:31 China as an ascendant technology power 15:00 Interplay with Unreliable Entity List provisions 19:33 Threat of reliation against foreign export controls Related content In the News: Export Control Law Ministry of Commerce and Ministry of Science and Technology, Catalogue of Technologies the Export of Which Is Prohibited or Restricted US Companies Face Compliance Dilemma as China Publishes Unreliable Entity List Rules In the News: TikTok Export Controls

Today on The Leaders' Brief - India's economy has shrunk by 23.9% in the first quarter of the financial year 2020-21, making it the second-worst performer after the USA, which saw its GDP shrink by 32.9%. China recently updated its export control categories to cover artificial intelligence technologies. The updated rules could apply to ByteDance owned Tiktok, which relies heavily on AI to make personalized content recommendations. Walmart confirms interest in teaming up with Microsoft to make a bid for acquiring TikTok's US holdings. Oracle, too, has placed an approximately $20 billion bid for the company. About egomonk: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedInegomonk is a global intelligence platform delivering asymmetric outcomes by bringing organizations closer to the communities they want to serve and the leaders they wish to influence. If you wish to collaborate with us then email us at contact@egomonk.com.

We kick off a new format with a four-way roundtable discussion with Nalin Balin, head of global sales at Reality AI and formerly at Cadence Design Systems; Nico Bahmanyar – Senior Consultant on Data Privacy at LEAF, and Nate Rushforth – Cybersecurity & Data Compliance Specialist at Da Wo Law Firm. Part 1 – The New Rule Explained • The most recent restrictions on Huawei explained • Detailed timeline of restriction escalations and bans by other countries • Core vs edge computing and why 5G presents so many data security risks • Data privacy frameworks struggling to cope with the “black box” of a modern 5G telecom network such as Huawei's Part 2 (22:23) – Effect on Huawei's Business and Technology • Potential effect across all business lines – handsets, networks, etc.? • Can Huawei survive this ban as a business? Could it be stronger in the end? • What obstacles stand in the way of China building an independent semiconductor technology ecosystem? • How long will it take to build the next generation of these local champions? • Will it be too late for Huawei and 5G? Part 3 (39:58) – The China Response and the Impact on US Tech • Can China afford to escalate to a tit-for-tat fight on technology? • How China's rules are written on the surface never to target any particular company • Will US technology suppliers to Huawei be successful again in applying for license exemptions to the new ban? • Does the US intervening in technology licensing and services do more harm than good in the short and long-term? • Are some buyers in China and elsewhere starting to deem US suppliers as too risky to work with?

Welcome to a sponsored podcast series where I am exploring how to navigate risk from the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), sponsored by K2 Intelligence Financial Integrity Network (K2 Intelligence FIN). Over this five-part series I will visit with David Holley and Him Das the co-leads of CFIUS Advisory Practice at K2 Intelligence FIN. We will consider navigating the CFIUS process through using business intelligence to identify CFIUS threats and vulnerabilities, using a proactive approach to navigate the CFIUS process, CFIUS and cyber risk and access control, and effective monitoring for CFIUS. Today, in Episode 3, I visit with Him Das on the CFIUS process regarding compliance frameworks for sanctions, export control, financial crimes risk and anticorruption risks. Highlights include: When it comes to sanctions and export control, what is CFIUS examining? What sectors are particularly vulnerable to new export control rules and why? How can entities leverage due diligence to mitigate these issues?   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom and Jay are awaiting their bookings to see the final installment in the 9-part series of the Star Wars saga. While waiting, they consider of this week’s top compliance and ethics stories which caught their collective eyes.  1.     Tim Leissner settles with the SEC. Dick Cassin. Tom takes a deep dive in the FCPA Ethics and Compliance blog. 2.     Aly McDevitt with two great articles on talks at CW Third Party Conference.  3.     Mexico getting serious about fighting corruption. Luis Dantón Martínez Corres in the FCPA Blog.  4.     Culture lessons from Coca Cola. Gary Patterson and Robert Baker in CCI. 5.     Jay looks at the expansion of the corporate integrity monitor, in CCI. 6.     Cyber enforcement and FTC expectations. Avi Gesser and Molly O’Malley Clarke in NYU’s Compliance and Enforcement blog.  7.     What is the intersection of corp oversight and disobidience? Elizabeth Pollman in the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance.  8.     How and why should you manage your corp culture? Jim DeLoach in CCI.  9.     New DOJ Cooperation Policy on Trade Sanctions and Export Control. Matt Kelly in Radical Compliance.  10.  Insurance to protect you from populism? Liam Fitzpatrick on the D&O Diary.  11.  On the Compliance Podcast Network, Tom and Jay celebrate the opening of The Rise of Skywalker with a five part podcast series on the intersection of Star Wars (IV-VIII) and compliance. In Part 1, A New Hope and Risk; in Part 2, The Empire Strikes Back and Due Diligence; in Part 3, The Return of the Jedi and Effective Training; in Part 4, The Force Awakens and Disruption in Compliance and in Part 5, The Last Jedi and BOD Role in Succession.  Tom Fox is the Compliance Evangelist and can be reached at tfox@tfoxlaw.com. Jay Rosen is Mr. Monitor and can be reached at jrosen@affiliatedmonitors.com. For more information on how an independent monitor can help improve your company’s ethics and compliance program, visit our sponsor Affiliated Monitors at www.affiliatedmonitors.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode covers export control, GAO, and Air Force Science and Technology news, and is hosted by partners David Robbins and Peter Eyre. Crowell & Moring's "Fastest 5 Minutes" is a biweekly podcast that provides a brief summary of significant government contracts legal and regulatory developments that no government contracts lawyer or executive should be without.  

* Use coupon code PODCAST25 for 25% off this webcast * Webcast URL: https://www.theknowledgegroup.org/webcasts/aerospace-and-defense-industries-2019/ The U.S. Aerospace and Defense industry is governed by a complex set of laws, regulations, and policy directives. As this industry has expanded beyond U.S. borders and become global, one of the most important applicable regulatory regimes concerns export controls. New industry technologies bring about new regulatory challenges. Both U.S. and foreign-based defense and aerospace companies conducting business in the U.S. need to understand these challenges and regulatory obligations. In this Webcast, practitioners assembled by The Knowledge Group will address the latest issues and trends in the U.S. Aerospace and Defense industry. For anymore information please click on the webcast url at the top of this description.

Read today’s show notes on https://www.evnewsdaily.com   Well good morning, good afternoon and good evening, wherever you are in the world, hello and welcome to the Thursday 19th July edition of EV News Daily. It’s Martyn Lee here with the news you need to know about electric cars and the move towards sustainable transport.   NEWS IN BRIEF *VW's North American CEO, Hinrich Woebcken, told Autocar that it's future EV's, cars like the I.D. Crozz and I.D. Buzz would need to be built in North America rather than imported * The new Nissan LEAF is the best-selling electric vehicle in Europe for the first half of this year, selling 18,000, and that's now 37,000 it total for the new model Europe since last October * Volkswagen Motorsport, fresh from setting records with the I.D. R Pikes Peak racer, has urged World Rally Championship to find an alternative energy solution for the series, including electric drivetrains from 2020   TESLA MODEL S LOGS OVER 400,000 MILES IN THREE YEARS Congratulations eHawk! Tesloop, the shuttle service in California and Nevada, have a habit of christening their cars and it's eHawk which we're celebrating today, because 400,000 miles just ticked over on the clock. "eHawk has undergone three major services during its time with Tesloop" says Stephen Edelstein on Digital Trends: "The car’s front drive unit (this is an all-wheel drive “D” model with electric motors for the front and rear axles) was replaced at 36,404 miles. The car’s 90-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack has also been replaced twice: in August 2016 at 194,237 miles, and in January 2018, at 324,044 miles. "But the battery packs weren’t replaced because they were too degraded, according to Tesloop. The first replacement would not have been necessary if a firmware update had been available earlier, the company said. The car’s range estimator would decrease by 10 miles, even without any loss of charge, something Tesla attributed to an issue with the software that calculates range. The second pack was replaced when the car was brought in for an unrelated issue, Tesloop said." And in case you're wondering, yes Tesla did all that work for free. With an 8 year warranty, and at the current mileage, eHawk will be a million-mile Model S after 8 years.   https://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/tesloop-tesla-model-s-90d-covers-400000-miles/   BMW i3 120AH RUMOURED TO HAVE A RANGE OF OVER 350 KM "The BMW i3 and i3s models will soon get a bump in range" according to the experts in know over at BMW Blog: "An i3 120Ah model is launching late this year – early 2019 for some markets – bringing a bigger capacity battery pack and implicitly longer driving range. Intensive preparations are underway in the background for the debut of a BMW i3 120Ah , which promises a standard range, according to NEDC, of over 350 kilometers – around 217 miles" Will BMW keep the range extender?   https://www.bmwblog.com/2018/07/17/bmw-i3-120ah-rumored-to-have-a-range-of-over-350-km   VOLVO XC60 EV VERSIONS HINTED WITH B4, B5 TRADEMARKS ANTHONY ALANIZ, Motor1.com USA: "Volvo trademarked both the XC60 B4 AWD and XC60 B5 AWD nameplates. Deciphering the trademarked names is easy. The B4 and B5 likely denote the XC60’s powertrain, which would be on brand for the automaker. You see, Volvo signifies its petrol powertrains with T – T5, T6, or T8 (plug-in hybrid). Diesel engines go under D4, D5, D6. If Volvo is introducing a new line of powertrains, then a new designation is needed. And if Volvo is pushing to sell electric vehicles, then B for battery almost makes too much sense."   https://uk.motor1.com/news/252974/volvo-xc60-b4-b5-trademarks/   GERMANY ORDERS TESLA DRIVERS TO PAY BACK EV SUBSIDY Imagine getting a free $5,000 subsidy off a new Tesla, having it on your driveway and using it every day, and then getting a letter from the government saying you have to pay back the grant. Because that's what has happened to Tesla owners in Germany. "Germany's Federal Office for Economic Affairs and Export Control said in a statement on Tuesday that approximately 800 Tesla Model S owners who purchased their vehicles before March 6 must pay back a €4,000 (about $4,650) EV subsidy" as reported by Andrew Krok for CNET's Roadshow. The issue comes down to whether a base Model S can be bought for 60,000 Euro, which at Germany decided you couldn't then decide you could, and now seem to have decided you can't. Maybe someone at the government just needs to go to the Design Studio, select the base car with no options, see that it's under 60k and made a decision. It doesn't help that the grant is also paid for by other German car makers. Oopsie. TEsla said: "The arbitrary decision to temporarily remove Tesla from the list of vehicles eligible for the Environmental Bonus (Umweltbonus) was unjustified, contrary to the stated goals of the program, and unfair to our customers," said a Tesla spokesperson in an emailed statement. "We are appealing [the German government's] decision to take this action against our pre-March 2018 customers. To make sure our customers are not harmed by this decision, we will cover the cost of the bonus for them until the issue is resolved."   https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/germany-tesla-model-s-subsidy-payback/   LG CHEM TO BUILD $1.8 BLN EV BATTERY PLANT IN CHINA "South Korea’s LG Chem plans to invest $1.77 billion to build its second electric car battery plant in China to meet growing demand, a company spokesman said on Wednesday" Reuters reports: "The investment will be made by 2023 to increase its total output capacity to 32 gigawatt hours per year, or batteries for around 500,000 electric vehicles, the company spokesman said. LG will break ground on the new factory in October and expects to begin production in October 2019."   https://www.reuters.com/article/us-northkorea-usa/pompeo-says-north-korea-deal-may-take-some-time-sanctions-to-remain-idUSKBN1K82HV   ELECTRIC CAR SUPERCHARGING HUBS FOR UK Pivot Power is the UK company building out a £1.6bn network of 45 grid-connected batteries with the added bonus of charging stations attached to them. Utility Week says: "Pivot Power has revealed more details on its plans to build an electric vehicle (EV) charging “superhub” with a 50MW battery on the outskirts of Southampton. The battery will have storage capacity of 50MWh and cost up to £25 million. Construction is expected to begin in March and be completed three months later in July 2019. The superhub will offer rapid charging for as many as 100 cars at a time and will be capable of supporting the fastest chargers currently available."   https://utilityweek.co.uk/ev-charging-superhub-with-50mw-battery-coming-to-southampton/   TESLA VIRTUAL POWER PLANT IN AUSTRALIA PASSES INITIAL TESTING Steve Hanley for Clean Tehnica is keeping up to date on the world's largest virtual power plant, 50,000 5kW rooftop solar systems coupled to 13.5kWh storage in Australia. "So far, the installation of rooftop solar and storage batteries has been completed on 100 homes and the results are everything Tesla expected them to be. In addition to completing the remainder of the Tesla Virtual Power Plant system, the Liberal government that came into power in March is expected to announce $100 million in grants to install battery storage systems on 40,000 more homes in South Australia. 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In this episode, I visit with Don Fischer, a San Francisco and Washington, based lawyers who is one of the country’s leading practices dedicated to assisting corporations, universities and research institutions with the development of comprehensive Export Control compliance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bulgaria, with the worst press freedom record in EU, is to take over presidency in January. According to the Paris-based Reporters Without Borders [RSF], Bulgaria is the worst country in the EU country in terms of press freedom. In the last rankings it stands at a dismal 109th position out of 179 in the 2017 Press Freedom Index. This puts it on a par with Bolivia, Gabon and Paraguay. On January 1, Sofia will take over the rotating presidency of the European Union, but will it clean up its act? On August 24, 2017, journalist Dilyana Gaytandzhieva was fired by her newspaper. As a reporter for the mass-circulation Trud [“Labor”] daily, she had published a story outlining allegations that massive amounts of US, Saudi and Bulgarian weapons were shipped by the Azerbaijani Silk Way airline to Syria. Weapons to Syria Ultimately, the arms ended up in the hands of jihadists related to Al Qaeda and the Al Nusra Front. Gaytandzhieva was the first to use leaked documents in Russian, English and Bulgarian, published by Anonymous Bulgaria, and obtained after a cyber breach at the Azerbaijani embassy in Sofia. The documents explained how the US, Saudi Arabia, Bulgaria and other countries chartered the Azerbaijani Silk Way airline to transport massive amounts of weapons to Syria. The documents also corroborated Gaytandzhieva’s own findings from a trip, in December 2016, to Aleppo after troops of the Syrian government army had retaken the city. There, she said, locals had pointed her to an underground warehouse, left behind by alleged Jihadists, filled with mortar grenades and assault weapons made in Bulgaria. National security questions However, one-and-a-half months after the story was published, Gaytandzhieva says she received a call from by the State Agency for National Security [DANS ] telling her to visit them. “I didn’t get a subpoena, or further notice that I would have been interrogated, I just got a phone call by a special agent from the Bulgarian National Security Agency the previous day,” she told RFI. DANS only questioned her about the leaked documents, not about the weapons supplies [story] in general. “I felt anger because nobody interrogated me after I found Bulgarian weapons in Aleppo in December of 2016,” she says. Media interference Two hours after her run-in with the Agency, the editorial manager of her newspaper urged her to come to the office, where, to her shock, she was told she had to immediately leave her job, even though she was preparing a follow-up trip to Syria. Petio Blaskov, the owner and editor of Trud, did not reply by emailed queries by RFI as to the reasons why Gaytanzhieva was fired. “There are many cases like this,” says Lada Trifonova Price, a Lecturer in Journalism with Sheffield Hallam University, “it is a pattern. “Journalists are being either physically attacked with violence, intimidated or harassed, or fired from their jobs or demoted,” she says. Corruption prevails The reason, RSF explained, is an “environment dominated by corruption and collusion between media, politicians, and oligarchs including Deylan Peevski, a former head of Bulgaria’s main intelligence agency and owner of the New Bulgarian Media Group. A 2014 study by the European Association of Journalists – Bulgaria chapter - found that “more than half (52%) of the journalists in Bulgaria admit that political pressure is continuously exercised upon their media. More than 30% say that politicians pressured them themselves. This can take many forms. Rossen Bossev, a journalist with Capital Weekly, an economic publication, relates that his newspaper was fined heavily after a series of publications on fraudulent actions by corporate commercial banks. “But instead of looking at the alleged fraud, “the prosecutors’ office in Sofia opened a preliminary investigation into the officials who leaked [the information],” says Bossev. The journalists who investigated the leaks ended up being questioned. They were charged for writing about misconduct at corporate commercial banks, or what is said to be “attacking bank stability in Bulgaria.” The punishment, handed down by the Bulgarian Financial Supervision Committee is €75,000 and an additional €5,000 for the journalists’ refusal to disclose sources. Journalists assaulted There are more severe examples. Sheffield lecturer Price cites the case of Stoyan Tonchev, owner of the local news website Zad Kulisite (Behind the Scenes) who was known for his investigations into alleged corruption and abuse of power in his city, the Bulgarian Black Sea resort town of Pomorie. On January 14, 2015, Tonchev was brutally beaten by what he described as a “man dressed in black.” The Committee to Protect Journalists, which highlighted the case, reported that Tonchev reports that the attacker “repeatedly hit him on the head with a blunt object while asking, ‘How long will you keep writing?’" Tonchev survived with a skull fracture, a concussion, a broken nose, and multiple hematomas that disfigured his face and after he was hospitalized for two weeks. According to Price, an arrest was made, but the person who allegedly assaulted Tonchev was released on bail. “So far there’s been no result into this investigation,” she told RFI. Bulgaria running the EU On January 1, Bulgaria will head the rotating presidency of the European Union for a period of six months. After meeting on 8th of November with Bulgaria’s Prime Minister, the former karate coach and Interior Minister Boyko Borisov, European Council President Jean-Claude Juncker stated that Bulgaria’s upcoming presidency is “a unique chance for this marvelous country [ … ] to show, to prove, to demonstrate that the Bulgarians know what is what when it comes to Europe. Europe is part of the DNA of Bulgaria. Indeed, part of Europe’s DNA flows into Bulgaria in the form of financial support, but not always to the places it was intended to go. This years’ report on the state of the Bulgarian media commissioned by the International Research & Exchanges Board [IREX], an international, non-profit organization that specializes in global education, says that some of the media with links to the media empire of Delyan Peevski, “are among the biggest beneficiaries of EU funds distributed by the government.” “It is really disgusting,” says Bossev. “The government is contracting mediators who subcontract those sites." In this way, “yellow press” tabloids that, according to Bossev, “spread fake news” receive EU money via the government meant, “to promote the Bulgarian presidency of the EU.” This is done through a process that RSF says “is conducted with a complete lack of transparency, in effect bribing editors to go easy on the government in their political reporting or refrain from covering certain problematic stories altogether." Meanwhile, the EU does take notice and on several occasions has issued stern warnings and reports that highlight abuses to Bulgaria’s media freedom. “Unfortunately, journalists in Bulgaria are not happy about that,” says Price, the Sheffield Hallam University media lecturer “The EU seems to be taking the hands-off, soft approach, despite its spoken commitment to media freedom and the importance of journalism for democracy," he said. “They are constantly calling for the government to respect media freedom, to society to debate, to see how it can be changed, but there are no specific actions to achieve this." The fact that the Bulgarian government is sensible to criticism was evinced when it withdrew the fines against Capital Weekly and other media outlets after pressure from the Organization for Security Cooperation in Europe [OSCE], the Council of Europe and NGOs. However, no apologies were offered. RSF’s Pauline Adès-Mével expressed hope that Bulgaria will become “more efficient in its fight against mafias and rampant corruption before taking on the EU presidency” in January. As for Dilyana Gaytandzhieva, she is now working as a freelancer, again working on an investigation related to the weapons trade. “I definitely feel better as I am not obliged to follow editorial policy,” she wrote to RFI. However, her task will not be easy. According to Nikolay Staykov, of the Sofia-based Anti-Corruption Fund, the Bulgarian military industry is going through a “golden time; all big and the smaller manufacturers work on double shifts,” and there is a “kind of national consensus to remain silent on what’s going on with these weapon exports,” he says. Gaytandzhieva knows this. She explained that the director of DANS [the agency that called her in for interrogation], the ministers of Defence, of Economy and of Interior, are all members of the Commission for Export Control which gives permits and export licenses to arms dealers. This means that the director of DANS is well aware of all those weapons deals as well as Bulgarian ministers. “How are they going to investigate themselves? In Bulgaria, there is no such thing as freedom of speech, in Bulgaria the media organisations serve politicians, not the Bulgarian people,” she said.

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Dr Hugo Meijer gives a talk at the International Political Economy of East Asia seminar. In light of the intertwining logics of military competition and economic interdependence at play in US-China relations, Trading with the Enemy examines how the United States has balanced its potentially conflicting national security and economic interests in its relationship with the People's Republic of China (PRC). To do so, Hugo Meijer investigates a strategically sensitive yet under-explored facet of US-China relations: the making of American export control policy on military-related technology transfers to China since 1979. Trading with the Enemy is the first monograph on this dimension of the US-China relationship in the post-Cold War. Based on 199 interviews, declassified documents, and diplomatic cables leaked by Wikileaks, two major findings emerge from this book. First, the US is no longer able to apply a strategy of military/technology containment of China in the same way it did with the Soviet Union during the Cold War. This is because of the erosion of its capacity to restrict the transfer of military-related technology to the PRC. Secondly, a growing number of actors in Washington have reassessed the nexus between national security and economic interests at stake in the US-China relationship -- by moving beyond the Cold War trade-off between the two -- in order to maintain American military preeminence vis-à-vis its strategic rivals. By focusing on how states manage the heterogeneous and potentially competing security and economic interests at stake in a bilateral relationship, this book seeks to shed light on the evolving character of interstate rivalry in a globalized economy, where rivals in the military realm are also economically interdependent. Hugo Meijer is Lecturer in Defence Studies at King’s College London, UK. He is also Research Associate at the Center for International Studies (CERI), Sciences Po, France. Previously, he was postdoctoral research fellow at the Strategic Research Institute of the Military Academy (IRSEM), France, and Visiting Scholar at the Sigur Center for Asian Studies at George Washington University, USA. He received his PhD in Political Science and International Relations from Sciences Po. His current research focuses on US foreign and defense policy, US-China relations, transatlantic perspectives on China’s military modernization, the transformation of European armed forces, and the politics of international arms transfers. Recent and forthcoming publications: Trading with the Enemy: the Making of US Export Control Policy toward the People’s Republic of China (Oxford University Press, 2016); The Handbook of European Armed Forces, Oxford University Press, co-edited with Marco Wyss (forthcoming, 2016); Origins and Evolution of the US Rebalance toward Asia: Diplomatic, Military, and Economic Dimensions (ed) (Palgrave Macmillan, 2015); "Balancing Conflicting Security Interests: US Defense Exports to China in the Last Decade of the Cold War," Journal of Cold War Studies 17(1) 2015.

Sanjay Mullick concentrates his practice in export controls, economic sanctions, international dispute resolution and international trade regulation. He is a member of the firm's India practice and is located in the Washington, DC office. Mr. Mullick has a broad range of experience providing counsel to companies on export control matters administered by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the Department of Energy’s rules on nuclear exports under Part 810, as well as economic sanctions administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). He also assists clients with compliance matters concerning foreign trade zones (FTZ) and foreign lobbying rules under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA).  

Are you certain that your sensitive exports aren't falling into the wrong hands? In today's world of global, multi-tiered supply chains, it can be a challenge determining who the end buyer really is. In the case of certain high-tech products, or items for military use, regulators demand that companies maintain the highest possible degree of vigilance. But complying with the rules is getting tougher all the time. These days, there are hundreds of lists containing the identities of denied parties. What's more, companies can be punished for selling to suspicious buyers that aren't on any list. They can even be in violation of the law for disclosing the wrong information in a speech. On this episode, Ken Harris, head of denied-party screening with Descartes Systems Group, talks about what companies must do to ensure that their products or sensitive information aren't going astray. The potential fines and penalties, both civil and criminal, make it essential that exporters demonstrate an extraordinary level of care.

Brandt Pasco, Christopher Wall, Ado Machida, and Arthur Herman discuss arms export rules and defense technology collaboration with Asian allies.

Brandt Pasco, Christopher Wall, Ado Machida, and Arthur Herman discuss arms export rules and defense technology collaboration with Asian allies.

The topic of this teleconference in our series for employers and their representatives focused on the new export control compliance section of Form I-129, which is used for foreign worker petitions including H1B and L-1. The USCIS recently announce that, beginning February 20, 2011, petitioners for H1B, H1B1, L-1, and O-1A petitions will be required to make certifications as to whether their foreign workers will have access in the workplace to technology and technical data for which an export license is required, and if applicable, to confirm that the petitioner will prevent such access until an appropriate export license or other authorization is obtained. The discussion focused on some important basics of the technology export control laws (EAR and ITAR), analysis of the new questions on Form I-129, and practical guidance on how those questions relate to employers - especially those in the IT industry.

The topic of this teleconference in our series for employers and their representatives will focus on the new export control compliance section of Form I-129, which is used for foreign worker petitions including H1B and L-1. The USCIS recently announce that, beginning February 20, 2011, petitioners for H1B, H1B1, L-1, and O-1A petitions will be required to make certifications as to whether their foreign workers will have access in the workplace to technology and technical data for which an export license is required, and if applicable, to confirm that the petitioner will prevent such access until an appropriate export license or other authorization is obtained. Part I of this teleconference focused on some important basics of the technology export control laws (EAR and ITAR) and the analysis of the new questions on Form I-129. Part II will concentrate on practical guidance on how those questions relate to employers - especially those in the IT industry - and discuss some examples.