The Ministry of Digital Development has drafted legislation that would allow Roskomnadzor to block cross‑border AI models such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. The restrictions are justified on the grounds of personal data being transferred abroad and align with the current policy of controlling information flows.
If passed, access to leading foreign large language models (LLMs) will be sharply reduced. Companies that rely on these services for automation and analytics will have to migrate their workloads to domestic solutions.
The transition will increase the risk of data loss, raise costs for retraining staff and integrating new platforms, and accelerate timelines for moving away from foreign providers. CEOs should immediately assess their dependence on overseas models, develop a contingency plan for alternative AI platforms, and explore local alternatives.
A recommended action plan includes auditing existing services, testing Russian‑made LLMs, and preparing switch‑over scenarios that avoid downtime. Failure to be ready for a switchover could result in the loss of critical automation tools, higher project costs, and reputational damage.
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