AI CEO Urges China Chip Embargo, Calls for Transparency and Tax

On January 27, 2026, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei appeared before U.S. lawmakers and industry leaders, warning that artificial‑intelligence systems can be abused by bad actors. He called for an embargo on the sale of AI chips and data‑center infrastructure to China, arguing that limiting access would reduce the risks posed when state‑run entities harness deep learning for surveillance or autonomous weapons. Amodei also pushed for new transparency laws that require companies to disclose data‑source provenance and algorithmic decision processes, and for heftier corporate taxes on the largest AI firms to fund public safety and oversight. He noted that the rapid deployment of AI models has outpaced regulation, heightening concerns over misuse and the global security implications of advanced technology.