Apple Intelligence in China May Be Apple's Most Different Product Yet
Alibaba shares rose about 4% to 5% in premarket trading as China approved Apple Intelligence with local models for Chinese users.
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Apple Intelligence in China May Be Apple's Most Different Product Yet
Apple just cleared one of its biggest regulatory hurdles. On July 15, 2026, China’s Cyberspace Administration (CAC) added Apple Intelligence to its approved AI list. That’s the official sign-off every AI product needs before it can launch in China. But there’s a catch: the version going to Chinese iPhones won’t run on Apple’s own AI. Alibaba and Baidu are supplying the models instead. So the iPhone looks the same everywhere, but its AI “brain” n…
The Chinese Cyberspace Administration (CAC) is now formalizing Apple Intelligence's registration. This decision removes a major obstacle for the US firm, paving the way for the deployment of its artificial intelligence capabilities in mainland China. Even though Apple has not yet communicated a precise date for launch, this certification is a crucial step. It comes almost two years after the initial presentation of this technology in the United …
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