AI drives boom in one-person companies nationwide

AI drives boom in one-person companies nationwide

A one-person company owner works at an industrial park designated for OPC businesses in Lianyungang, Jiangsu province, on March 25. GENG YUHE/FOR CHINA DAILY As artificial intelligence tools become cheaper, smarter and easier to use, they are helping more Chinese entrepreneurs turn personal expertise and online followings into one-person companies (OPCs), building lean businesses powered…

AI-powered one-person companies emerge as new business model in China

AI-powered one-person companies emerge as new business model in China

Across China, a novel business model is rapidly emerging that removes headwinds for young entrepreneurs. AI has facilitated the rise of registered one-person companies (OPCs)—essentially allowing individuals to be the business themselves. Generative tools have made it easier than ever to launch a startup, and incubators are already seeing development potential. According to a recent…