Cyberspace Administration of China Approves Apple’s AI Services Following Deals With Alibaba and Baidu
The Cyberspace Administration of China has approved Apple's AI services for the Chinese market, following agreements with major local technology firms. The development solidifies Apple's significant presence in China, a market where the company recently achieved robust sales figures. Alibaba confirmed that its Qwen AI model will be integrated into Apple Intelligence across systems including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and visionOS for Chinese users. Additionally, Baidu confirmed it is working with Apple on developing further Apple Intelligence features for the region. Shares of both Alibaba and Baidu rose Thursday on the news of the partnerships. This integration allows users to access advanced capabilities, such as text and image understanding and generation, without needing to switch between multiple tools. The approvals underscore the successful integration of foreign technology into China’s regulatory framework. The heightened focus on artificial intelligence reflects the ongoing global race for technological leadership and economic competitiveness among nations.