China's Rush to Dominate A.I. Comes With a Twist: It Depends on U.S. Technology

China’s tech firms have been taken by surprise by the advancements in generative artificial intelligence (AI). Along with the challenges posed by Beijing’s regulations and the country’s sluggish economy, these tech firms are finding it difficult to keep up with the pace. As the regulations tighten and the economy remains weak, the situation becomes even more challenging for these firms. The impact of these factors on the tech industry in China remains significant.