China’s AI Regulation in 2026: Enforcement, Guidance and Compliance

China Briefing reports that in April 2026, the CAC directed local cyberspace authorities to take action against the Jianying and Maoxiang apps and the Jimeng AI website for failing to properly implement labelling requirements.[1]According to China Briefing, the measures taken included summoning company representatives, issuing rectification orders and warnings, and strictly disciplining responsible personnel.[1] The outlet adds that the CAC also indicated that it would continue to strengthen oversight of AI content labelling.[1]China Briefing reports that on 7 September 2026, the SPC issued the Opinions on Lawfully Hearing Cases Involving Artificial Intelligence Disputes[1]. The outlet says the opinions' 24 articles provide lower courts with a unified approach to AI-related cases.[1]According to China Briefing, unless the law provides otherwise, courts will apply the general fault-based liability principle under Article 1165 of the Civil Code[1]. The outlet notes that the opinions establish a notice-and-takedown mechanism for generative AI.[1]China Briefing also reports that the National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA) introduced AI governance requirements for banks and insurers.[1]The AIGW Policy Observatory reports that the CAC's four-month 2026 AI-application rectification campaign produced first-stage results on 6 July and second-stage results on 2 September[2].