New Patent Examination Standards For AI Technologies In China

On November 10, 2025, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) officially announced that the revised Patent Examination Guidelines will come into effect on January 1, 2026. This marks a significant milestone in the evolution of intellectual property regulations, particularly in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI). The finalized amendments closely align with the draft revision released earlier this year (April 30 to June 15, 2025), which solicited public feedback and expert opinions on proposed changes.

As an AI patent expert and Senior Consultant at Chang Tsi & Partners, I have been deeply involved in analyzing and interpreting these changes. Over the past months, I published three LinkedIn articles that provide detailed insights into the AI-related amendments to the Patent Examination Guidelines, offering both case studies and practical recommendations for patent applicants navigating these new rules. These articles cover the