China Ranks First In The World In AI Patents

More patents related to generative artificial intelligence have been filed by China every year since 2017 than by the rest of the world, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) reported to the United Nations in Geneva, DPA reported. Examples include artificial intelligence applications such as ChatGPT or Gemini .

KEY FACTS

According to WIPO, Chinese companies and institutes registered over 38,000 patents in the field of generative AI in the 10 years to 2023.
Far behind is the US with 6,300, followed by South Korea, Japan and India. Britain is in fifth place with 714, closely followed by Germany with 708, which WIPO says has registered more patents than the UK in recent years.
The increase in patent applications worldwide also shows that the sector is booming. According to WIPO, there were a total of 54,000 patent applications in the field of generative AI between 2014 and 2023, but over a quarter of those were filed in the past year alone.

KEY QUOTE

“Generative AI has emerged as a game-changing technology with the potential to transform the way we work, live and play,” said WIPO Director General Darren Tang.

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Tesla’s China-Made EV Sales Surge 35% Amid Fierce Industry Rivalry

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

March 13, 2026

Tesla’s China-made electric vehicle sales rebounded in early 2026, with combined deliveries for January and February rising more than 35% to 127,728 units on an adjusted basis. The increase follows seasonal adjustments related to the mid-February Lunar New Year and reflects renewed momentum for Tesla’s Shanghai Gigafactory. The facility supplies vehicles both to China’s domestic market and to export destinations across Europe and the Asia-Pacific region

China’s Robust EV Market

Data from the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) indicates continued growth in China’s electric vehicle market despite intensifying competition among manufacturers. Although Tesla’s deliveries increased during the period, the company still trails Chinese automaker BYD in overall market share. BYD has strengthened its position through new battery technologies, including the Blade battery, which is designed to support significantly faster charging and improved safety.

Competitive Dynamics And Global Footprint

Production at Tesla’s Shanghai facility remains one of the largest sources of EV output globally. However, BYD overtook Tesla as the world’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer in 2025, supported by strong overseas expansion and a broader product portfolio. Tesla continues to rely on exports from Shanghai to support sales growth in international markets. Recent data has also shown rising vehicle registrations across several European countries, indicating sustained demand despite increasing competition.

Emerging Competitors And Market Shifts

Competition in China’s EV market has intensified as domestic manufacturers expand their offerings. Automakers such as Geely and Xiaomi are gaining market share by introducing vehicles with competitive pricing and advanced features. In February, one Geely model outsold vehicles from both Tesla and BYD in China, while Xiaomi’s YU7 SUV surpassed Tesla’s Model Y to become one of the country’s top-selling vehicles. The CPCA expects finalized sales data for March to provide further insight into market trends following the Lunar New Year period, which typically includes new model launches and increased production activity.

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