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China issues sweeping draft regulation on human-like AI

( December 29, 2025, 02:57 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: China's internet regulator unveiled a draft regulation on Saturday aimed at governing AI services that simulate human personalities and emotions, responding to burgeoning sectors such as AI companionship and virtual idols. The proposed framework imposes a host of compliance obligations on AI products or service providers, spanning technology research, data processing and user protection throughout the service lifecycle. App marketplaces are also required to ensure robust review mechanisms when APPs are launched and prompt incident response. The draft will seek public feedback until Jan.25, 2026. Statement follows (Chinese). ...

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