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China issues rules for companionship AI with tiered oversight

( April 13, 2026, 03:36 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: China has released finalized interim measures governing anthropomorphic AI interaction services, including companionship AI, setting out a “prudent and inclusive” regulatory framework with tiered supervision. The rules support technological development and encourage applications in areas such as cultural communication and elderly care. They also establish baseline requirements and safety obligations covering content controls, algorithm governance, ethics reviews, cybersecurity and data protection, as well as user rights protections, particularly for minors and the elderly. The measures will take effect on July 15.Statement follows (in Chinese). ...

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