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CSET's Steph Batalis and Vikram Venkatram shared their expert analysis in an op-ed published by The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists. The article explores discusses the complexities and challenges of screening DNA synthesis orders to prevent misuse of potentially dangerous genetic sequences. Read More

Dewey Murdick and William Hannas shared their expert analysis in an op-ed published by The National Interest. In their piece, they discussed China's approach to artificial intelligence and the lessons it offers to American policymakers. Read More

Despite recent upheaval in the AI policy landscape, AI evaluations—including AI red-teaming—will remain fundamental to understanding and governing the usage of AI systems and their impact on society. This blog post draws from a December 2024 CSET workshop on AI testing to outline challenges associated with improving red-teaming and suggest recommendations on how to address those challenges. Read More

CSET’s Kathleen Curlee shared her expert analysis in an op-ed published by Breaking Defense. In her piece, she discusses the Trump administration's decision to eliminate the Advisory Committee on Excellence in Space (ACES) and the potential consequences for U.S. space leadership and national security. Read More

CSET’s Cole McFaul was quoted in an article published by GZERO Media. The article discusses the Trump administration’s forthcoming AI Action Plan, which is expected to shape U.S. policy on artificial intelligence through the remainder of the term. Read More

CSET's Helen Toner joined Alison Snyder at Axios House SXSW 2025. They discussed the impacts of unregulated advanced AI innovation and the need for guardrails. Read More

Mia Hoffmann and Owen J. Daniels shared their expert analysis in an op-ed published by Tech Policy Press. In their piece, they highlight the evolving role of the European Union in the global AI policy ecosystem and the potential consequences of its shifting stance on regulation. Read More

A CSET report was highlighted in a Business Insider article discussing Russia’s struggles in the global AI race, with its flagship model, GigaChat MAX, trailing behind American and Chinese counterparts. Experts cite a lack of innovation, a weak private sector, and the war in Ukraine as major setbacks. Read More

CSET’s Cole McFaul shared his expert analysis in an op-ed published by The Hill. In his piece, he discusses how China has become a global innovation leader, surpassing the U.S. in key technology sectors such as advanced manufacturing, consumer drones, and electric vehicles. Read More

Sam Bresnick and Cole McFaul shared their expert analysis in an op-ed published by Barron's. In their piece, they highlight the growing challenge U.S. AI companies face from China's DeepSeek, which is offering advanced AI models at a fraction of the cost of U.S. counterparts. Read More