CAICT Certifies Huawei HarmonyOS Kernel as 100% Self-Developed
The China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) has officially certified Huawei’s HarmonyOS kernel, confirming it has achieved a 100% self-developed ratio. This milestone grants the operating system an independent maturity level-A certification, marking a significant advancement in China's technological autonomy. According to CAICT, possessing an independent operating system kernel is crucial for ensuring national information security and enhancing international competitiveness. It also fosters a robust ecosystem for independent research and development within the country. Developed in response to US sanctions against Huawei, this achievement represents a new milestone for both the tech giant and China. The announcement highlights that HarmonyOS NEXT, scheduled for launch in the fourth quarter of 2024, will completely break away from the Linux kernel and the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) codebase. This transition underscores Huawei's strategic shift towards full software independence, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign technologies and strengthen its position in the global market despite ongoing geopolitical pressures.
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CAICT Certifies Huawei HarmonyOS Kernel as 100% Self-Developed
The China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) has officially certified Huawei’s HarmonyOS kernel, confirming it has achieved a 100% self-developed ratio. This milestone grants the operating system an independent maturity level-A certification, marking a significant advancement in China's technological autonomy. According to CAICT, possessing an independent operating system kernel is crucial for ensuring national information security and enhancing international competitiveness. It also fosters a robust ecosystem for independent research and development within the country. Developed in response to US sanctions against Huawei, this achievement represents a new milestone for both the tech giant and China. The announcement highlights that HarmonyOS NEXT, scheduled for launch in the fourth quarter of 2024, will completely break away from the Linux kernel and the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) codebase. This transition underscores Huawei's strategic shift towards full software independence, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign technologies and strengthen its position in the global market despite ongoing geopolitical pressures.
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