Supporting SMEs in Low-Cost Development of Vertical-Specific AI Agents

On March 4, 2026, Zhou Hongyi, a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and founder of 360 Group, proposed a policy initiative to support companies with 'security + AI' capabilities in developing secure AI agent products and deploying them in bulk across key sectors to drive scenario-based applications. The core objective of this proposal is to assist small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in building vertical-specific AI agents at low cost, aiming to lower the application barriers for AI technology through policy guidance and promote the adoption and commercialization of artificial intelligence in specific industries. This move is expected to create new market opportunities and a supportive policy environment for China's AI software service providers, particularly those specializing in security and vertical solutions.