Wadhwani AI Center

Conducting research on the governance, geopolitics, and national security implications of AI and other advanced technologies

The Wadhwani AI Center (formerly the Wadhwani Center for AI and Advanced Technologies) at CSIS delves into crucial topics at the intersection of policy, AI, and other advanced technologies, focusing on three key themes: Governance & Regulation, Geopolitics, and National Security.

Our research and events explore how governments can balance the benefits of increased technology adoption while mitigating potential risks; how the U.S. Department of Defense and Intelligence Community can harness advanced technology for national security benefits; how governments can work together to develop practical and desirable governance structures; and what actions the United States should take to advance U.S. and allied economic and security interests. 

Governments around the world are struggling with the unique governance challenges posed by AI. Wadhwani AI Center experts analyze and propose solutions for national and multilateral AI governance efforts.

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Global competition for leadership in AI and advanced technology has risen to unprecedented levels. Research from the Wadhwani AI Center investigates how emerging technologies affect the balance of power between nations, semiconductor export controls efforts, and U.S. economic security.

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Wadhwani AI Center experts analyze the challenges and opportunities posed by AI for national security and defense. Discover how the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. intelligence community can responsibly accelerate AI adoption for national security impact.

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Featured Analysis

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Understanding U.S. Allies’ Current Legal Authority to Implement AI and Semiconductor Export Controls

What is the state of U.S. allies’ export controls on AI and semiconductor technologies? This report by Gregory C. Allen and Isaac Goldston explores the legal tools and policy frameworks shaping allied export controls and the challenges of aligning them with U.S. national security requirements.

Report by Gregory C. Allen and Isaac Goldston — March 14, 2025

Recent Work

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Photo: Anton Petrus/GETTY IMAGES

Ukraine’s Future Vision and Current Capabilities for Waging AI-Enabled Autonomous Warfare

As unmanned weapons systems reshape warfare in Ukraine, Kateryna Bondar explores advancements in AI-enabled autonomy. This report offers a comprehensive analysis of AI applications in the war and critically evaluates the extent to which human oversight remains vital.

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Report by Kateryna Bondar — March 6, 2025

Featured Event

International AI Policy: Outlook for 2025

Presented by Wadhwani AI Center
December 9, 2024 • 9:00 am – 6:00 pm EST

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Unpacking Japan’s AI Policy with Hiroki Habuka

Hiroki Habuka joined the CSIS Wadhwani AI Center to unpack insights from his latest report on Japan's regulatory shift and its implications for Japanese and international AI governance.

Transcript — March 21, 2025

The AI Policy Podcast

The State and Local AI Regulation Landscape with Dean Ball

Dean Ball, Research Fellow in the Artificial Intelligence & Progress Project at George Mason University’s Mercatus Center, joins to discuss the current AI policy landscape. 

Podcast Episode by Gregory C. Allen — March 19, 2025

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The AI Policy Podcast

Deepseek Report, Manus AI, and the DOD’s New Acquisition Approach

In this episode, we discuss the Wadhwani AI Center’s latest publication on the implications of DeepSeek for the future of export controls (0:40), Chinese company Manus AI (9:05), what Secretary Hegseth’s memo means for the DOD AI ecosystem (15:27), and xAI’s acquisition of 1 million square feet for its new data center in Memphis (21:28).  

Podcast Episode by Gregory C. Allen and H. Andrew Schwartz — March 12, 2025

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DeepSeek, Huawei, Export Controls, and the Future of the U.S.-China AI Race

In Gregory C. Allen’s latest report, he examines DeepSeek’s origins, achievements, and geopolitical impact, highlighting its implications for AI and semiconductor export controls. The report explores challenges for policymakers in the evolving U.S.-China tech race.

Report by Gregory C. Allen — March 7, 2025