China deploys largest-ever open-weight AI model as 29 countries join new 'World AI Conference Organization'
X-Risk Daily
Saturday 18 July 2026
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On 17 July, China opened the 2026 World AI Conference in Shanghai with Chinese President Xi Jinping making his first appearance at the annual event, marking a significant elevation in Beijing's positioning on global AI governance.
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