China's generative AI users top 700 million as adoption passes 50 percent
( September 29, 2026, 07:35 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: China had more than 700 million generative artificial intelligence users as of the first half of 2026, with an adoption rate exceeding 50 percent, state media Xinhua reported, citing a report released Tuesday by the China Internet Network Information Center. The report said generative AI is being used in more settings as demand for smart consumer devices grows. About 38.7 percent of Chinese internet users bought smart hardware online in the past six months, with wearables and consumer electronics serving as the main entry points. AI is also playing a growing role in upgrading industries, the report said.Statement follows (in Chinese). ...
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