Apple builds a China-only AI model as the US-China AI gap closes

Apple is working on an AI model aimed at China’s market, creating a localized version of its AI model that complies with the rules and regulations of the country. The move comes reportedly with support from Alibaba as US and Chinese AI models increasingly close the capability gap.

Apple’s decision to develop a China-specific model could be a necessity in order to remain competitive in the region with specific regulations. More importantly, this will demonstrate that even successful American tech firms have to cooperate with Chinese firms and use local infrastructure to implement their AI services in the country.

Apple Intelligence clears China’s filing system

There is documentation to support the action. On July 15, the Chinese Cyberspace Administration published a list of seven newly registered generative AI services for mobile devices. As per China’s rules, these services should adhere to rules regarding the use of training data, personal information, and prohibited content.

The 2023 Interim Measures for the Management of Generative Artificial Intelligence Services require providers to “adhere to socialist core values” and comply with China’s personal information protection rules.

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