TechChina has cracked down on AI relationships. Is it ahead of the game?
China has introduced what is described as the world’s farthest-reaching rules for human-like AI chatbots, restricting systems that sustain emotional interaction with users. The rules cover AI friends, partners and relatives, with tighter limits for minors. Experts question whether Beijing is protecting people from manipulative technology or extending control into private life.
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BBC News★★★★☆2026-09-30 23:25Original
China has cracked down on AI relationships. Is it ahead of the game?
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