China-founded Shanda’s AI lab boosts Singapore operation, pulling research from China

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Ben JiangJanuary 21, 2026 at 02:30 PM

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MiroMind, the AI research lab of China-founded Shanda Group, is shifting its focus to Singapore, relocating some Shanghai-based staff. Shanda announced that MiroMind's research on artificial general intelligence (AGI) and fundamental technology breakthroughs will now be exclusively based in Singapore. This move is framed as prioritizing transparency and adherence to evolving localized regulatory standards, though specific regulations were not mentioned. Other Shanda subsidiaries will focus on AI application deployment tailored to local markets. This shift reflects a broader trend of Chinese companies adapting to geopolitical tensions by seeking overseas resources and clients.

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Menlo Park, California 30% Manus 40% Shanghai 50% United States ×250% China ×470% Singapore ×270% Shanda Group ×280% MiroMind ×690%

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