Cloud Computing Licensing in China
Providing cloud computing in China typically engages value-added telecom licensing (often IDC and related catalogue logic), cooperation with licensed partners, and cybersecurity/data rules.
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Technology & AI Lawyers in China
Generative AI, software/SaaS, semiconductors, autonomous systems, and digital platforms — free initial intake.
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Practice orientation
This practice covers technology and AI law: generative AI and algorithms, software/SaaS, semiconductors and export-control tech, autonomous systems/robotics, and digital platforms. Profiles tagged to this tree are growing; related IP, e-commerce, and trade counsel often handle overlapping work today.
Read the China AI regulations guide and AI & technology centre.
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Process, issues, and further reading
Technology & AI workstreams
- Product classification: generative AI, algorithms, autonomous systems, or pure software/SaaS.
- Content, training data, and deep-synthesis compliance where applicable.
- Sector licences and algorithm filings for public-facing services.
- IP ownership of models, data sets, and employee-created code.
- Export control and semiconductor supply-chain constraints for advanced tech.
Key PRC sources (illustrative)
- Interim Measures for the Management of Generative Artificial Intelligence Services (2023) — public generative AI services.
- Provisions on the Administration of Deep Synthesis of Internet-based Information Services — deepfakes / synthetic content.
- Provisions on the Management of Algorithmic Recommendations in Internet Information Services — algorithm filing and user rights.
- Personal Information Protection Law / Data Security Law / Export Control Law — data, training sets, and dual-use tech.
Centre: AI & Technology · AI regulations guide.
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App Filing in China
Mobile apps distributed to China users frequently require ICP-related filing when tied to China internet information services, plus whatever VATS or sector licences the features trigger.
Read quick answerForeign Cloud Providers in China
Major foreign cloud brands operate in China through local joint ventures or partners that hold required telecom licences and meet data/localisation expectations.
Read quick answerInternet Resource Collaboration Services in China
Internet resource collaboration services appear in China’s value-added telecom catalogue as a distinct item from classic IDC or CDN, covering specified collaborative resource models.
Read quick answerOnline Data Processing and Transaction Processing Licence in China
Online data processing and transaction processing categories in the VATS catalogue capture many platform-style processing services.
Read quick answerInternet Content Provider Rules for Apps
Internet content/information service provider rules cover who may provide content services, filing, and sector overlays (news, social, live streaming, publishing) that can require extra licences.
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- your preferred working language and whether you need an initial budget or fee estimate.
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Jeff Chen Verified
Jingye Law Firm · Shanghai
Jeff Chen is a Shanghai lawyer at Jingye Law Firm specializing in AI governance, cybersecurity and critical informati...
Tian Wu Listed
Guangdong Zhihang (Guangzhou) Law Firm · Guangzhou
Tian Wu is a generative ai and algorithms lawyer in Guangzhou, advising foreign and domestic clients on regulatory co...
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AI content vs algorithm filing?
Product, training data, and deployment model drive the stack — content rules, algorithm filings, and sector licences may all apply. Map early with counsel.
Do these lawyers work with foreign clients?
Many listed counsel assist foreign businesses and individuals. Check languages on each profile and request an English consultation when available.
What does a free initial intake cover?
Usually a short case assessment, whether China is the right jurisdiction, and practical next steps. It is not full representation; terms vary by lawyer.
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