Tag: Biometric data

Stricter requirements for AI patents

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Revised patent examination guidelines have come into force in China, significantly tightening the requirements for inventions in the field of artificial intelligence. They make it clear that technical innovation is no longer sufficient for patenting. In the future, patentable AI solutions must also be legally permissible, ethically acceptable, and technically transparent. Examiners place particular emphasis… Continue reading Stricter requirements for AI patents

The launch of digital identity

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On July 15, 2025, China officially introduced digital identities (digital IDs) – a centralized, state-controlled system for authenticating individuals online. The National Cyber ID Authentication consists of a combination of numbers and letters and is mandatory for using many online services. To register, citizens must upload their identity documents, have their face scanned, and provide… Continue reading The launch of digital identity