“Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)” by Horizon Institute for Public Service

BIS is the lead agency tasked with administering and enforcing export controls on dual-use items and technology. BIS has become increasingly central to the US government’s AI and biosecurity policy efforts. ---Outline:(00:11) Overview(01:50) Background on BIS(03:28) History and activities(06:52) Organizational structure(07:57) BIS and AI policy(09:52) Major AI-related developments at BIS(12:14) BIS offices working on AI policy(12:33) BIS and biosecurity policy(14:31) Major biosecurity-related developments at BIS(16:35) BIS offices working on biosecurity policy(16:54) Working at BIS(18:08) Further reading --- If you’re interested in pursuing a career in emerging technology policy, complete our Policy Career Interest Form, and we may be able to match you with opportunities suited to your background and interests. --- Last updated: February 3rd, 2025 Source: https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/bureau-of-industry-and-security ---Images from the article:Apple Podcasts and Spotify do not show images in the episode description. Try Pocket Casts, or another podcast app.