China Bans Nvidia AI Chips, Google DeepMind Enhances Safety, and Disney Sues MiniMax - AI Policy Brief #36

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Welcome to this week's edition of the AI Policy Brief, your go-to source for the latest developments in AI regulations, safety standards, and government policies worldwide. This week, we're diving into significant international policy shifts, including China's recent decision to ban tech firms from purchasing AI chips from Nvidia. This move is part of a broader strategy to control the flow of advanced technology within its borders. Meanwhile, in the UK, tech leaders gathered for a state banquet hosted by former President Trump, highlighting the ongoing dialogue between political figures and the tech industry.

On the AI safety front, Google DeepMind has updated its AI safety framework, aiming to enhance the reliability and security of its AI systems. In a related development, OpenAI has imposed restrictions on ChatGPT usage for individuals under 18, reflecting growing concerns over AI's impact on younger users. Additionally, the Indian government is set to release its AI governance framework by September 28, marking a significant step in its techno-legal strategy for AI safety. Stay tuned for more insights and updates in this rapidly evolving field.

The Cyberspace Administration of China has banned domestic tech companies from purchasing Nvidia's AI chips, specifically the RTX Pro 6000D, to boost local chip production. Meanwhile, tech leaders like Tim Cook and Sam Altman attended a state banquet in the U.K. during President Trump's visit, marking the signing of the Tech Prosperity Deal to enhance AI collaboration.

Anthropic has restricted the use of its Claude models for domestic surveillance, impacting agencies such as the FBI and Secret Service and creating tensions with the Trump administration.

Niti Aayog reports that AI could boost India's GDP by $500-600 billion by 2035, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasizing the need for responsible AI regulations. Meanwhile, Munich-based startup Kertos has secured €14 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI compliance platform for European businesses.

Google DeepMind announced the third version of its Frontier Safety Framework on September 22, 2025, enhancing risk management for advanced AI models. Meanwhile, OpenAI has introduced new restrictions for ChatGPT users under 18, aiming to improve safety by limiting discussions on sensitive topics.

In recent legal developments, Disney, Universal, and Warner Bros Discovery have filed a lawsuit against Chinese AI company MiniMax for allegedly using their characters without authorization in AI-generated content. Meanwhile, California attorney Amir Mostafavi has been fined $10,000 for submitting an appeal with fabricated quotes generated by ChatGPT, highlighting the necessity of verifying AI-generated content in legal proceedings.