China cracks down on online misuse of veterans ahead of military parade
( September 1, 2025, 02:54 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: China’s Internet regulator has begun a monthlong campaign to crack down on online misconduct and harmful content involving veterans. Targets include the use of artificial intelligence and deepfake tools to create and spread fake images and videos of veterans in uniform. Regulators are also going after livestreamers posing as veterans to sell counterfeit goods, stage vulgar performances, and exploit military sentiment, saying such practices damage veterans’ image. The campaign comes ahead of a planned military parade on Sept. 3. Below please find a statement: ...
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