Startup Founders Urge Trump Not to Block Chinese Open Weight AI

Startup founders urge Trump not to shut off Chinese open weight AI

Nearly 200 Silicon Valley companies, including Proton and Y Combinator, are urging the Trump administration to avoid banning access to Chinese open-weight AI models. These founders warn that such restrictions would cripple U.S. startups while disproportionately benefiting tech giants like Anthropic. Instead of broad prohibitions, the Little Tech Association advocates for targeted safeguards that address security concerns without stifling innovation or raising costs for emerging businesses.