China Limits Overseas Travel for AI Talent at DeepSeek, Alibaba, Private Firms
China is implementing travel restrictions for top AI talent at private firms like Alibaba and DeepSeek. This move is part of a broader strategy to protect its technology and enhance its competitiveness against the US. Individuals involved in advanced AI work must now seek approval from government agencies before traveling abroad.
- ▪China is restricting overseas travel for top AI professionals at private firms.
- ▪The restrictions apply to companies such as Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. and DeepSeek.
- ▪Approval from government authorities is now required for individuals involved in advanced AI work.
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TechnologyAIChina Expands Travel Curbs to Top AI Talent at Private FirmsFacebookXLinkedInEmailLinkGiftExpandAI signage at the Canton Fair in Guangzhou, in April.Photographer: Qilai Shen/BloombergFacebookXLinkedInEmailLinkGiftGift this articleContact us:Provide news feedback or report an errorConfidential tip?Send a tip to our reportersSite feedback:Take our SurveyNew WindowFacebookXLinkedInEmailLinkGiftBy Bloomberg NewsMay 26, 2026 at 8:12 AM UTCBookmarkSaveChina is restricting overseas travel for top AI professionals in private firms such as Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.
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