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First Chinese AI startups are reportedly ditching offshore structures to register directly in China

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  1. Chinese AI startups such as Moonshot AI, DeepRoute.ai and StepFun are reportedly considering dropping offshore holding structures and re-registering in China.

  2. The move follows warnings that overseas-listed IPOs may face tighter regulatory approval, prompting some firms to unwind foreign-registered entities.

  3. StepFun has already dissolved its foreign structure, while Moonshot AI is said to be in restructuring talks.

  4. The shift would give Beijing greater oversight of high-value AI companies, but could make foreign fundraising and listings harder.

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