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June 3, 20260 citationsOpen Access

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

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CMChris Meniw

Key Points

  • The research aims to highlight the governance gap in AI and propose the Meniw Protocol as a solution for corporate liability.
  • Analyzed the lack of governance in Silicon Valley compared to European regulations.
  • Developed a four-layer liability model for AI agents under the Meniw Protocol.
  • Evaluated jurisdictional issues related to autonomous AI agents.
  • Outlined a strict liability framework for operators without foreseeability defenses.
  • Established operational dignity for AI agents without granting them legal personhood.
  • Clarified jurisdictional roles through the International Court of Agentic Affairs.

Abstract

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.

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synapsesocial.com/papers/6a1fc6cddee9eb8c0dce7af3https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20499584
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