July 15, 2026 · TechCrunch
Apple Intelligence approved for China launch using Alibaba's Qwen
Apple Intelligence has been approved for launch in China using Alibaba's Qwen AI model instead of Apple's own, under a deal reportedly in the works since last year. The move is an important step for Apple's AI ambitions in the Chinese market.
Why it matters: It shows how US tech firms are partnering with Chinese AI labs to comply with local requirements.