China has now unveiled a comprehensive three-year action plan for the industrial metaverse. The plan prioritizes strengthening the manufacturing industry by integrating innovation with information technology. The momentum of China’s signature innovation drive is maintained, breakthroughs in core metaverse technologies are targeted, and concrete application scenarios are promoted. A particular focus is on security, reliability… Continue reading Three-year action plan for the Metaverse (2023-2025)
Category: Compliance
Violation of data protection: RMB 50 million fine
On September 6, 2023, after a 14-month review, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) announced that the private platform China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) was fined RMB 50 million for the unlawful processing of personal data. CNKI is one of the leading academic platforms, digital learning platforms and knowledge bases in China, and its main operators… Continue reading Violation of data protection: RMB 50 million fine
Evidence in Case of Trade Secrets Infringement
To successfully prove a trade secret infringement in court, viable evidence is required. The plaintiff can prove various forms of infringement: The acquisition of a trade secret through illegal means such as theft, bribery, or fraud; the defendant’s disclosure, use, or permission to use the acquired trade secret; the breach of confidentiality obligations; or the… Continue reading Evidence in Case of Trade Secrets Infringement
Verification of the processing personal information
On August 3, Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) issued draft administrative guidelines for privacy-compliant reviews of personal information and related reference points for public expression. The goal of the documents is to provide regulatory oversight of data privacy compliance. However, data processors are also expected to self-regulate and increase their awareness of the need to… Continue reading Verification of the processing personal information
Compensation for Trade Secret Infringement
The Beijing Intellectual Property Court has published a guide for the protection of trade secrets. This also deals with the possibilities of claiming damages in the event of trade secret infringements. However, protecting trade secrets in court requires a clear statement of the infringement and the resulting damages. Companies should ensure that they have all… Continue reading Compensation for Trade Secret Infringement
China discloses algorithms
Deep synthesis service providers that have an influence on public opinion or social mobilization capabilities must register and implement procedures to modify and cancel registration. This also applies to technical supporters of deep synthesis services. Deep synthesis technology refers to the use of deep learning, virtual reality and other synthesis algorithms to create text, images,… Continue reading China discloses algorithms
Standard contract for data export
On May 30, 2023, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) published a guide for the registration of the Standard Contract for Personal Data Export, which explains the process, materials and results of the registration of the Standard Contract for Personal Data Export and provides some template for the registration of materials. The Standard Contract Measures… Continue reading Standard contract for data export
The importance of the UPC for Chinese companies
The Unified European Patent Court (UPC) is a new international court established by the contracting EU member states. It creates an effective forum through the Unitary Patent System to enable the enforcement and challenge of patents in Europe. The court eliminates the need for litigation in different countries and increases legal certainty through harmonized jurisdiction.… Continue reading The importance of the UPC for Chinese companies
China regulates generative AI
In April 2023, China published a discussion draft of the “Regulations for the Administration of Generative Artificial Intelligence Services.” The aim of the document is to ensure content security, compliant operation, and protection of user rights when using generative AI. The regulations emphasize the legality and ethical obligations of generative AI services. During the content… Continue reading China regulates generative AI
What is the point of scenarios?
Not much. Because scenarios are always ideal types – simplistic, very general and, above all, static images of the future. But the future depends on many factors that are constantly changing and have feedback effects. Numerous actors interact constantly, feedbacks change their positions. In the supposed China/Russia bloc, for example, India, Turkey, Indonesia and Saudi… Continue reading What is the point of scenarios?
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