Xi Jinping calls for more open-source AI: 'China is ready to be more open'
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July 17, 2026
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Summary
Xi Jinping advocated for increased open-source AI and collaboration at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai. He emphasized the need for more regulation alongside a principle of openness to seize opportunities in the AI sector.
Key Takeaways
- Xi Jinping called for increased openness and collaboration in AI development at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference, emphasizing the importance of open-source models.
- Chinese AI models, such as DeepSeek, Kimi K3, and Z.ai's GLM 5.2, are primarily open-source, contrasting with American labs that mostly use closed-source models.
- Xi proposed global regulation of AI, advocating for international cooperation and support for developing countries to bridge the AI and digital divides.
- He pledged to provide 5,000 AI training and seminar opportunities to countries with less advanced AI technology.
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