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China introduces 50 standards in AI sector in 2026
China is creating a standard framework to steer the high-quality development of the artificial intelligence (AI) sector and create over 50 national and industrial standards by 2026.
This is part of the guidelines the ministry issued on standardising systems for the artificial intelligence sector.
Indications are that large language model (LLM) training, which powers generative AI services like ChatGPT, will be covered by the proposed standards along with topics like safety, governance, industrial applications, software, computing systems, data centres, and semiconductor testing procedures and technical specifications.
China’s artificial intelligence sector has made strides in the last few years in terms of product development, industry applications, and technological innovation.
The rapid development of new technology, such as huge models, has brought new elements to the sector.
These rules are anticipated to apply to at least 1,000 Chinese technology enterprises, as stated in a document released by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on Tuesday.
China would contribute to the creation of at least 20 international AI standards, according to the text.
“AI is the foundational and strategic technology driving the new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation,” the draft policy said. By accelerating AI’s integration within the country’s economy, the MIIT said this would “profoundly change industrial production and economic-development patterns”.
The United States resolution spearheaded by China, which urges the international community to provide a “free, open, inclusive and non-discriminatory” business environment among wealthy and developing states for AI development, is echoed by the MIIT’s standardisation push.
The UN General Assembly unanimously approved this resolution on Monday.
Earlier report stated that the US Congress grilled Microsoft President, Brad Smith, on the company’s ties in China amidst growing attacks on American infrastructure and multiple breaches by hackers linked to China.