The China Audio-Visual and Digital Publishing Association conducted a special investigation on the application of artificial intelligence technology in the publishing industry.

The China Audio and Video Association for Digital Publishing organized relevant personnel to conduct special research at Tongfang Zhiwang Digital Technology Co., Ltd., Beijing Normal University Press, People's Posts and Telecommunications Press, Beijing Language University Press, Tsinghua University Press, and Discipline Network from May 11th to 19th, 2026. The discussions with the heads and key personnel of the above-mentioned units revolved around the current status of AI technology application, digital transformation strategies, innovative business models, AI-enabled high-quality development of the publishing industry, etc. During the research process, various units also called for the establishment of a sound AI application copyright protection mechanism, improvement of the standard system construction for AI applications, establishment of a unified and standardized trustworthy data space for the publishing industry, and the strengthening of the brand credibility and industry authority of the publishing industry in the AI era. Next, the Association will continue to organize research on this topic at relevant publishing groups, schools, and research institutes.