China's AI registry system contrasts with US deregulation under Trump

Since 2023, China has established a compulsory registration system for AI models, mandating that developers such as DeepSeek, Zhipu AI, Alibaba, and Tencent submit security self-assessment reports, keyword interception lists, and testing questions to the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC). Approval for these submissions typically takes between three to six months. Conversely, the US, under President Trump, has retracted plans for AI model approvals, citing concerns over maintaining its competitive advantage, with Trump expressing a desire to prevent any obstacles to US leadership. By April 2024, China had recorded 868 generative AI services, with 530 officially registered. Both nations are exploring the possibility of initiating discussions on AI regulation.