BlackBerry(US:BB) Huan Qiu Wang·2025-10-17 01:47Core Insights - The report by BlackBerry's QNX highlights the evolving landscape of Software Defined Vehicles (SDV) development, emphasizing the unique resilience and forward-thinking nature of the automotive software development ecosystem in China [1][2]. Regulatory Environment - The global regulatory landscape is tightening, with over 500 new regulations related to in-vehicle technology expected in 2024 [2]. - Approximately 33% of global respondents reported that development progress is hindered by evolving compliance requirements, particularly in areas like cybersecurity, software updates, data privacy, and functional safety [2]. - In contrast, 51% of Chinese developers indicated that regulatory upgrades have not slowed their development cycles, significantly higher than the global average of 25% [2]. Impact of Software Recalls - 67% of Chinese respondents reported not experiencing significant disruptions in their development processes due to software recalls, showcasing a higher resilience compared to global counterparts [3]. - This resilience is attributed to a robust automotive industry cluster in China that allows for quick collaboration across the supply chain [3]. Development Bottlenecks - Global developers identified long development cycles (37%), testing difficulties (36%), and integration complexity (36%) as major challenges [4]. - Only 30% of respondents rated the current development environment as "excellent" in terms of productivity [4]. - The gap between consumer expectations and software delivery timelines is widening, with 52% attributing this to regulatory delays [4]. Shift Towards Application Innovation - 80% of global developers believe that OEMs should shift focus from infrastructure to application layer innovation, with 84% of Chinese developers agreeing [5]. - 93% of developers globally consider cross-industry collaboration crucial for their current projects, with half strongly supporting collaborative development [5]. Role of AI and Automation - Developers globally are optimistic about the role of AI in automotive software, with 94% of Chinese respondents believing AI will play an important role [6]. - 70% of Chinese developers expect AI to have a "significant impact" on the development process, while 24% foresee it as a "transformative force" [7]. QNX's Commitment - QNX aims to support automakers in navigating changes and accelerating innovation, providing safer and smarter vehicles [7]. - The company is trusted by global clients, including major automotive brands, to deliver foundational software that supports various advanced vehicle systems [7].