China grants first data-rights certificates as datasets become assets
By Yonnex Li ( September 22, 2026, 08:16 GMT | Insight) -- China has issued its first batch of data property-rights certificates covering more than 50 companies and institutions, a key step in the country's effort to turn intangible datasets into recognized assets that can be traded, pledged for financing or contributed in exchange for equity. The registration system began trial operations earlier this month.China has issued its first batch of data property-rights certificates covering more than 50 companies and institutions, a key step in the country's effort to turn intangible datasets into recognized assets that can be traded, pledged for financing or contributed in exchange for equity....
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