And why would americans use regulated AI software when they could just buy it unregulated from china instead?

> If the fintech sector can do it, AI can too.

Fintech requires turning the number on a screen into something you can use to make a transaction. Good luck regulating... text.

For that matter, why would anyone want to live in a country where honest citizens have to use crippled software while criminals have full freedom?

AI providers like openAI or Anthropic are already on the hook for OFAC compliance, so if any terrorist group is proven to access their APIs they can face huge fines.

The same game played out in the crypto space. Local models like local wallets can't be regulated.

Accessing foreign services can't be controlled.

But regulated companies are fully liable for any use of their tools by terrorist organizations.

This is not about the citizens, it's about the companies protecting themselves.