A China Tax News report published on August 18 said Shanghai tax authorities are continuing to move tax services upstream into the R&D and operating processes of AI companies. Public reporting shows that, against the backdrop of faster growth in AI manufacturing, tax authorities and science-and-technology agencies have helped enterprises complete professional evaluations for high-risk innovation projects, resolving tax risks tied to R&D cost allocation, ownership recognition, and related-party transactions. The article also noted that for smart-terminal companies expanding globally, tax authorities are guiding them to build separate R&D ledgers, standalone accounting, and full-chain compliance systems so they can secure policy benefits while controlling tax risks early. The case shows how tax informatization and refined services are becoming more deeply embedded in the development of the AI industry.
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Shanghai Tax Authorities Provide Refined Services for the AI Industry
Shanghai tax authorities are providing refined support for AI companies in R&D accounting, professional assessment, and end-to-end compliance management, embedding tax guidance into the industry growth chain.
2026-08-23