Justice Department reminds General Motors, “Export controls do not justify or authorize employment discrimination.”
Issue 33. May 2023
At a time when many government agencies are focused on export controls enforcement,…
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Governing the export of controlled items, technologies, information, and services.
Largest-ever penalty ushers in new era of BIS enforcement
Issue 33. May 2023
On 19 April 2023, the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security…
Human rights on the agenda
Issue 33. May 2023
Human rights abuses are a growing concern, not only due to forced labor…
The convergence of cybersecurity and export control/sanctions enforcement
Issue 33. May 2023
The cyberthreat environment continues to grow more menacing. Over the last year, organizations…
EU export control lists and dual-use goods classification – a refresher
Issue 32. April 2023
Export controls restrict the freedom of foreign trade in listed goods with the…
China export controls: 2023’s key developments
Issue 32. April 2023
Since late 2022, the Chinese government has taken several steps to strengthen China’s…
Wells Fargo’s $30 million sanctions software fail
Issue 32. April 2023
On 30 March 2023, Wells Fargo agreed to remit $30 million to settle…
Recent BIS action highlights enforcement uptick and lessons for companies
Issue 32. April 2023
A recent BIS denial order highlights the agency’s increasing willingness to impose severe…
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