Western governments are concerned about the military implications of Chinese AI advancement. In 2023, the US implemented new regulations empowering the government to limit the export of ASML's 'Twinscan NXT1930Di' equipment if it incorporates components originating from the US. "We do not expect the current revocation of our export licence or the latest US export control restrictions to have a material impact on our financial outlook for 2023," ASML said in a statement. "In recent discussions with the US government, ASML has obtained further clarification of the scope and impact of the US export control regulations.