Last mentioned: Mar 15, 2026
Official Legislative Commitment
State authorities formally announce the strengthening of research for a national AI Law.
Draft AI Law Research
Academic and state-led bodies begin circulating model AI law drafts.
Generative AI Measures
Interim measures for generative AI services go into effect.
Algorithm Regulation
China implements management provisions on algorithmic recommendations.
Apple has officially reduced its App Store commission rates in mainland China, responding to intensifying scrutiny from local regulators and legal challenges. This move marks a significant shift in Apple's services strategy within its second-largest market, aimed at preempting harsher antitrust penalties.
China has announced a strategic commitment to intensify research into artificial intelligence legislation, signaling a transition from departmental rules to a unified national legal framework. The move, revealed during the 2026 legislative session, aims to harmonize rapid technological advancement with national security and ethical governance.