China Revises IC Layout Design Protection Regulations Effective October 15

Premier Li Qiang signed the revised IC layout design protection regulations, establishing a new legal framework for semiconductor intellectual property rights starting October 15.

Woofun AI reports that Premier Li Qiang signed a State Council order to implement the revised "Regulations on the Protection of Integrated Circuit Layout Designs." The updated regulatory framework is scheduled to take effect on October 15, 2026.