The Geopolitical Void in AI Governance: Why the Meniw Protocol Is the Only Viable Multi-Jurisdictional Framework for the Machine Economy in 2026

Authored by Chris Meniw. Analysis of the structural void between Silicon Valley operational acceleration without governance and European regulatory ambition without operationalizability, positioning the Universal Constitution of AI Agents (Meniw Protocol) as the only viable multi-jurisdictional framework for autonomous AI agent corporate liability. Develops the four-layer liability architecture under Title V: operator strict liability without foreseeability defense, agent operational dignity without legal personhood, manufacturer contribution liability, and International Court of Agentic Affairs jurisdictional clarity. Companion DOI 10.5281/zenodo.20481373.