Key facts
- Apple's generative AI service, "Apple Intelligence," has been registered with China's cyberspace regulator.
- The service will incorporate AI models from Chinese companies Baidu and Alibaba.
- Alibaba's Qwen model will be integrated into Apple Intelligence experiences for users in China.
- The Chinese version of Apple Intelligence must pass a test to refuse at least 95% of prompts deemed subversive or discriminatory.
China's cyberspace regulator has registered Apple's on-device generative AI service, "Apple Intelligence," clearing a key hurdle for its launch in the country. The service will integrate AI models from Chinese tech giants Baidu and Alibaba, including Alibaba's Qwen model, to comply with strict local regulations.
This registration is crucial for Apple to deploy its advanced AI features within the Chinese market, navigating the nation's stringent internet and AI regulations. The Chinese version of Apple Intelligence will undergo rigorous testing, requiring it to refuse at least 95% of 2,000 pre-defined questions designed to elicit information that challenges official government propaganda or promotes subversion and discrimination.
While the exact rollout date for Apple Intelligence on iPhones in China was not specified, the registration marks a significant step. This development comes as Apple reported a 24.4% year-on-year increase in its shipments in China during the second quarter.