China's AI agent growth and computing power market set for major expansion

A report released on September 22, 2026, by the China Artificial Intelligence Computing Power Development Assessment Report 2026 highlights significant growth in AI agents and computing power. As of 2026, China has nearly 5 million active AI agents, with projections indicating a surge to 197 million by 2030, representing a compound annual growth rate of 151.2%. Globally, active AI agents are expected to rise from 79.4 million in 2026 to 2.216 billion by 2030. The report also forecasts a substantial increase in AI computing power investment. By 2030, the global AI computing power market is projected to reach $1.25 trillion, with China's market expected to hit $150.1 billion, both quadrupling from 2025 levels. These figures underscore the rapid expansion of AI infrastructure and its growing importance in China's technological landscape.