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China’s active AI agents could reach 197 million by 2030, report says
China's active AI agents are projected to increase from 4.95 million in 2026 to 197 million by 2030, representing a 151.2% CAGR. The global active agents will grow significantly, reaching 2.216 billion by 2030. Additionally, China's AI-computing market is expected to hit $150.1 billion, quadrupling its 2025 level.
Key points
- 2026 active AI agents in China: 4.95 million.
- Projected 2030 active AI agents in China: 197 million (151.2% CAGR).
- Global active agents expected to grow to 2.216 billion by 2030 from 79.4 million.
- Shift from content generation to task execution using multi-step reasoning.
- China's AI-computing market forecasted to reach $150.1 billion by 2030.
- Global AI-computing market projected to reach $1.25 trillion by 2030.
Why it matters
- The rapid growth in China's AI agents reflects global IT trends emphasizing automation and intelligent systems.
- By 2025, companies are expected to integrate AI more deeply into their operations, aligning with the report's projections.
- The increase in AI capabilities may influence global job dynamics and productivity across various sectors.
China's anticipated growth in AI agents and computing markets demonstrates its commitment to leading in AI technology, which may reshape global digital economies by 2030.