DeepSeek and MiniMax Complete Export Registration Amid Tightened China AI Export Rules

Chinese AI developers DeepSeek and MiniMax finished the export registration process required by Beijing’s new oversight rules and immediately released their models under open‑source licences and overseas licensing agreements. The move came just days after the Chinese government announced stricter controls on the transfer of artificial‑intelligence technology. According to a report by the state‑affiliated social media account Yuyuan Tantian, the companies complied with the new registration procedures before making their models available to users and partners outside China. The releases demonstrate that firms are adapting to the updated regulatory framework while continuing to expand their global reach. The open‑source and licensing steps also signal that the companies are seeking to maintain compliance with export controls while providing access to their technology abroad.