MIIT allows for buyer registration of technology contracts with a parties’ consensus and defines overseas transfer of automotive data. SAMR prohibits below-cost pricing of automobiles.
The latest landmark AI unfair competition cases involve trade secrets | Eight departments ban unapproved offshore issuance of renminbi-pegged stablecoins to protect monetary sovereignty | The overtaking by Chongqing of Liaoning in GDP terms reflects a greater North-South economic divide.
The pledge by an AI platform to compensate for misinformation was held unenforceable by a Chinese court. | A survey finds that most EU firms are reviewing their supply chains in China. | China is demanding innovation while enforcing strict content and data compliance rules.
CAC prohibits AI and algorithmic data that could harm the physical or mental health of minors. Guidelines for classification of financial data are set forth. Pharmaceuticals produced abroad are required to abide by Chinese regulations for marketing.
China intensifies efforts to encourage reporting of overseas income | CSRC considers RMB 30 billion market cap floor for H-share listings | Sony to spin off TV business as a joint venture with China’s TCL.
State Council issues regulations to clarity the principles for accommodating multiple VAT rates in one transaction. Commercial mediation does not apply to labor and personnel matters, as well as consumer rights and interests. SPC addresses mining infringement issues
Beijing court established legal framework for trial of fake AI precedent submission in the judgment | China may require asset sales to approve proposed Rio Tinto-Glencore merger | Defu Technology abandons $200 million acquisition after Luxembourg's compulsory investment review imposed minority stake restrictions
CAC requires entity responsibilities for personal data collection by apps. In a dispute case involving infringement of a utility model or design patent, the people’s court may require the plaintiff to submit a patent assessment report. An online trading platform operator may not use its platform rules to compel platform merchants to bear after-sales responsibilities.
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
