AI Coding Assistant ZCode Launches Free: China Data Law Applies to Every GLM-5.2 API Call
AI coding assistant ZCode launched July 2 as a free desktop tool from Beijing-based Z.ai, powered by GLM-5.2 and priced below Cursor and Claude Code. But every API call is subject to China's National Intelligence Law, which requires Z.ai to cooperate with government intelligence requests on demand. Developers must evaluate whether self-hosting is feasible before switching.
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AI Coding Assistant ZCode Launches Free: China Data Law Applies to Every GLM-5.2 API Call Why it matters: API changes can impact request formats, limits, and reliability. Builders should rerun integration checks before rollout. Source: Techtimes https://a2zai.ai/bytes/ai-cod...
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