AI startup Manus’ deal with Meta scrutinized over tech control restrictions | Dawu County court discovers AI watermark on fake evidence and issues formal reprimand | Hainan launches "closed customs operations" to promote free trade with the world.
Trump signs defense bill including restrictions on U.S. outbound investments into China. | Trump orders HieFo to divest acquired technology on national security grounds. | China includes drones into Civil Aviation Law in major overhaul
AI anthropomorphic interaction services may require a security assessment. Foreign investment catalogue is expanded to include AI projects. Investors may be prohibited from international trading if PRC interests are jeopardized.
Network data processors are required to conduct risk assessments of their data regularly. Cybersecurity products require labeling according to their levels of cybersecurity capabilities. CSRC revises listed company rules to mitigate capital market risks.
The EU has reached a provisional deal requiring member states to screen foreign investments and changed its pharmaceutical legislation after over 20 years; and Hong Kong has warned investment banks not to prepare substandard IPO applications.
Shanghai issues typical cases on patient and consumer data leakages. | Some rare earth shipments accelerated following China’s issuance of general export licenses. | China’s securities regulator strengthens rules to combat financial fraud in listed companies
Large-scale network platform service providers are required to provide convenient means for individuals to exercise their rights. MHRSS defines “work-related reasons” for work injury insurance. CNIPA clarifies on the issue of whether an invention represents an inventive step.
Record Chinese biotech licensing deals amidst gradual shift to NewCo model; China leading in European plug-in hybrids sales while industry lobbies for hybrids; and Saudi Arabia goes all-out to attract Chinese tech investment and expats
U.S. House panel intensifies scrutiny of Morgan Stanley over IPO linked to Uyghur forced-labor entity. | Three foreign carmakers obtain approval to deploy AI chatbots in cars in China. | Indonesia considers issuing renminbi-denominated bonds amid China’s push against dollarization.
CAC issues an Q&A to clarify exemptions of data transfer requirements. Cybersecurity Law is revised to enhance protection of personal data. Specific details on certification of oversea transfers of personal data are set forth.
