On August 3, 2026, China published the revised Regulations on the Protection of Layout Designs of Integrated Circuits.

This 54-article regulation, approved and released by the State Council, emphasizes the importance of intellectual property protection for integrated circuit layouts and calls for enhanced creation, application, management, and services in this area. The updated regulation is set to take effect on Oct 15, 2026. The revised regulation streamlines the procedures for applying for and reviewing integrated circuit layout designs. It cover photonic and quantum integrated circuits, add third-party revocation and punitive damages.

                                                                                                                                                    Source. China Daily