AUKUS, Five Eyes & Cross-Border Data
When international arrangements intersect with AI, the rules change. Navigate AUKUS Pillar II, ITAR/EAR controls, and Five Eyes considerations for AI use in defence and industry.
Cross-Border Decision Tree
Work through the decision tree to determine the right AI approach for your data. Start by selecting the type of data you are working with.
What type of data are you working with?
AUKUS Applicability Checker
Answer these five questions to determine whether AUKUS restrictions apply to your work. If in doubt on any question, select "Not Sure" — that is the safest response.
Critical Warning
AUKUS material is NEVER appropriate for public AI tools, regardless of classification level. The international sensitivity of AUKUS programs means even OFFICIAL-level AUKUS information requires separate handling. When in doubt, ask your security officer.
Key Insight
The safest assumption: if it touches AUKUS, Five Eyes, or any international arrangement, it does not go into public AI. Full stop. There is no shortcut, no workaround, and no "approved provider" exception for internationally controlled material.