China authority says daily AI token usage exceeds 140 trillion in March, up over 40% vs end-2025

China said average daily AI token usage surpassed 140 trillion in March, underscoring rapid AI commercialization.

The figure was more than 40% above the level at the end of 2025, signaling fast scaling of AI adoption.

First-quarter output growth also accelerated in AI-linked industries, including digital product manufacturing, integrated circuits, and electronic special materials.

Officials say the data point to broader economic and industrial gains as AI moves into large-scale deployment.