BIS Eases Syria Sanctions
Image by natanaelginting on Freepik The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) eases Syria sanctions in an effort to increase U.S. involvement in rebuilding the country. As stated in Executive Order 14312 the U.S. supports unification and stability of a peaceful Syria. This order will allow the export to Syria of U.S. origin goods, software, […]
NIST Selected to Head NSTC
Photo by Pachon in Motion The U.S. Department of Commerce announced that NIST has been selected to head the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC). This action follows the Department’s voiding of up to $7.4 billion in funding for NATCAST claiming it was established illegally and did not comply with federal law. The Department of Commerce […]
Voluntary Self Disclosure (VSD) Requirements
Picture by Drazen Zigic Voluntary Self Disclosure (VSD) is required if a person or organization believes they may have violated export control regulations. This disclosure can be seen as a mitigating factor when determining penalties for any violations that may have occurred. Export Regulatory Agencies ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and EAR (Export Administration […]
MIL-STD-461 Test Requirements
MIL-STD-461 is a United States Military Standard that outlines the testing requirements for electromagnetic compatibility of equipment. It ensures that military devices can operate without interference from electromagnetic emissions and are resilient to such emissions from other devices. The standard is comprised of nineteen test methods that include conducted emissions, conducted susceptibility, radiated emissions, and […]
Cadence Design Systems Guilty of Export Violations
photo by freepik Cadence Design Systems has plead guilty and will pay over $140 million for illegal exports of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) hardware and technology to the Peoples Republic of China (PRC). This transfer of sensitive U.S. technology included export to entities known to support development of China’s nuclear weapon programs. Multi Agency Investigation […]
Denied Parties Screening for Export Compliance
Denied parties screening, also known as watch list screening, is an essential process for organizations involved in export compliance. This screening is an important consideration when implementing and evaluating an export compliance program. The United States Government maintains restrictions on certain exports, reexports, or transfers of items implemented through sanctions, embargoes, and denial orders on […]
Export Compliance Risk Mitigation
Export compliance risk mitigation is an essential but often overlooked element of compliance programs. Export compliance risk mitigation involves identifying potential compliance gaps in your export processes and implementing strategies to address them. This can include conducting risk assessments, engaging stakeholders, and prioritizing corrective actions to ensure adherence to export regulations. The Bureau of Industry and […]
Department of Commerce Export Enforcement 2025
Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick promised an increase in Department of Commerce export enforcement and penalties at the Bureau of Industry and Security’s (BIS) annual update conference. The secretary’s comments provide insight into the direction of the US export regime in the Trump administration. This announcement was part of the Mr. Lutick’s opening address and […]
NIST Incident Response Recommendations
NIST Incident Response Recommendations and Considerations for Cybersecurity Risk Management (NIST SP 800-61r3) has been released. This document puts forward new strategies for addressing cybersecurity incidents with systematic responses that minimize loss of data and service. It provides an incident response life cycle model that is more fitting to the present risk environment. Incident Response […]
Trump’s Export Control Actions Signify Change
Trump’s export control actions on the day of his inauguration signify changes in U.S. foreign policy and national security priorities. These actions include reimposition of sanctions, rescinding of sanctions, designation of cartels and other organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists. Cartels Designated Terrorist Organizations International cartels such as such as Tren […]