The Ministry of Commerce met with Alibaba and ByteDance to discuss restricting overseas access to advanced AI models. These early-stage talks cover both open and closed-source models, including unreleased versions.
Beijing aims to treat cutting-edge AI as a critical national asset. This strategy mirrors United States efforts to control AI chip exports.
Potential regulations may target future models, though the final scope remains under consideration. Officials also proposed harsher penalties for proprietary AI technology theft under national security laws.