China AI policy

Automakers can apply for the second batch of the L3 access pilot to obtain conditional approval

On-device LLMs offered in China must complete CAC filing before launch; devices without updated filings (e.g. iPhone 15/15 Plus) do not carry the AI features

Mobile phone manufacturers must file AI models used in their devices with Chinese regulators

Obligations: Companies using Zhipu MaaS must apply for and enable the non-storage feature if they require strict data privacy protection for user interactions. Compliance is required for user requests.

Obligations: Companies must adopt the Lanyun Yuan Sheng Dai tool for efficient and accurate pre-listing compliance checks, ensuring all key fields across documents are consistent and compliant with regulations like the Advertising Law.

Obligations: Content creators must ensure their audio content does not infringe on others' voice rights. • Opportunities: Platforms like Douyin offer a structured way to report and resolve voice-related disputes, improving user trust. • Deadlines: Users can now report suspected infringements through the new portal, though specific deadlines for resolution are not mentioned.

Obligations: Companies must exercise caution when using AI tools, not blindly trust or grant permissions to unknown AI services. They must set clear behavioral boundaries and strict permissions for AI agents, not casually open internet access or content editing rights.

Obligations: Automotive companies must establish a comprehensive software quality and safety management system and implement 10 key quality assurance activities within the specified timeframe.

Obligations: Companies developing smart home products must comply with new evaluation standards and interoperability requirements. Financial institutions must develop and offer specific consumer finance products for smart home purchases. • Opportunities: Companies can tap into government-supported consumer finance products and subsidies for smart home upgrades. The plan creates a market for new smart home products and services, especially in the aging-friendly sector. • Deadlines: The plan is already in effect, but companies should prepare for compliance with new standards and product requirements as they are implemented.

Obligations: Companies must comply with the platform's requirements for data reporting and resource registration to ensure accurate national computing power statistics.

The government will support the promotion of new energy vehicles and green smart home appliances in rural areas, providing market opportunities for related enterprises.

Obligations: Companies engaged in geological exploration are encouraged to adopt this system for enhanced efficiency and accuracy. • Opportunities: Early adopters can gain a competitive advantage in geological surveying and resource discovery. • Deadlines: No specific deadlines mentioned, but companies should plan for integration and training.

Obligations: Software enterprises are encouraged to participate in the 'AI + Software' initiative, with a target of 20,000 enterprises to be covered by 2028. They are also required to apply intelligent programming tools and conduct software intelligence upgrades. • Opportunities: The plan provides funding and policy support for software companies to innovate and implement intelligent programming tools and agent software. It also promotes the development of new software products and services in the AI field. • Deadlines: The plan sets a goal for 2028, with specific targets for the number of enterprises covered and the implementation of key software intelligent upgrades.

Lists 11 new professions and 23 new job types, covering digital and green professions.

Companies should pay attention to investment and collaboration opportunities in the biotechnology and life sciences field by the Hong Kong government.

Provides service for unscrambling fraud methods and risk judgment

Clarifies the judgment rules for infringement behaviors such as AI face change and big data discrimination.

For companies: Large-scale application of eSIM technology, development of offline communication technology, standardized process for new business filing.

Offers AI intelligent question and answer to help users identify scam risks.

Provide low-cost computing power support for small and medium-sized enterprises.

Obligations: Companies must comply with the classification and grading system, ensure content is properly labeled, and strictly follow platform requirements for portrait and voice authorization.

Company Obligations: Enhance technical innovation, integration delivery, and security compliance capabilities

Companies must comply with AI key standards