China's Generative AI Boom and IP Challenges: Policy Responses, Copyright Disputes, and Support for Creative Industries Submitted: February 7, 2026 Status: Submitted (via Editorial Manager) Submission Type: Full Paper (VSI: Policy for Generative AI) The paper examines China's regulatory and judicial responses to the intellectual property challenges posed by generative AI, using a mixed-methods approach combining document analysis of 18 regulatory and judicial texts with semi-structured interviews of 23 stakeholders. It proposes a resilience-oriented framework balancing innovation with IP rights protection. Highlights: 1. China's AI copyright law requires "sufficient human input" for protection. 2. Mixed-methods study reveals gaps in evidence, transparency, and jurisdiction. 3. Stakeholders recommend tiered licensing and mandatory labeling for AI content. 4. A resilience-oriented framework balances innovation with IP rights protection. 5. Judicial rulings (2024–2026) show a shift towards hybrid human-AI authorship. Keywords: Generative AI, intellectual property, copyright, China, policy responses, creative industries, AI governance