Over 700 generative AI large model products have completed regulatory filings in the Chinese mainland as of December 2025, marking a watershed moment in the country's technological development. The Cyberspace Administration of China revealed this milestone while reviewing progress made during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), which concludes this month.
Operating System Revolution
HarmonyOS, China's open-source operating system, now powers more than 1.19 billion devices nationwide. This ecosystem growth coincides with advances in embodied intelligence systems transitioning from labs to industrial applications, particularly in manufacturing and logistics sectors.
Bridging the Digital Divide
Internet penetration surged from 70.4% to 79.7% since 2020, with the urban-rural access gap narrowing by 8.2 percentage points. Agricultural technology adoption jumped significantly, with smart farming systems now used in over 30% of production processes.
Rural E-Commerce Explosion
Last year's national online retail sales in rural areas surpassed 2.5 trillion yuan ($355 billion), representing 43% growth compared to 2020 levels. The telemedicine network now serves all 2,800+ county-level regions, revolutionizing healthcare access.
