WeRide IPO shows another green light for overseas listing of Chinese companies; China imposes new regulations for local authorities to better implement its state secrets law overhaul; and two Chinese state departments release new rules for QFII to stimulate foreign securities investment.
Casper Sek, partner of Jingtian & Gongcheng, looks at the unique complexities of providing artificial intelligence services in China: one of the most exciting and fast-moving tech markets in the world
U.S. lawmakers are worried about Microsoft's deal with a UAE-based AI company that has China ties; Nippon Steel ends joint venture with Baoshan; and China tightens regulation on hedge funds and programmed trading.
The Supreme People's Court releases "typical cases" as a guide for the application of extraterritorial laws in Chinese courts; Chinese tech companies anticipate increased costs under the EU AI Act; and Foreign investors face increased domestic competition in China.
Germany's Economy Ministry blocks Volkswagen deal with Chinese company on national security grounds; China leads the world in the adoption of generative AI in banking and healthcare; and Chinese filmmakers wishing to submit short films to overseas film festivals must first register with authorities.
The U.S. has added additional Chinese companies to its Entity List and Unverified List; China's State Council has taken steps to encourage foreign venture capital in the tech sector; and Chinese electrolyzer manufacturers are "Europeanizing" their products in anticipation of an EU crackdown.