China Regulates Human-like AI

China's cyber regulator has issued draft rules for public comment to tighten oversight of artificial intelligence services that simulate human personalities and engage users emotionally. The proposed regulations apply to AI products and services offered to the public in China that exhibit simulated human personality traits, thinking patterns, and communication styles, and interact emotionally with users. The draft rules mandate providers to warn users against excessive use, intervene in cases of addiction, and assume safety responsibilities throughout the product lifecycle. They also require establishing systems for algorithm review, data security, and personal information protection. Furthermore, providers are expected to identify user states, assess emotions, and intervene if extreme emotions or addictive behavior are detected. The regulations also set content and conduct red lines, prohibiting content that endangers national security, spreads rumors, or promotes violence or obscenity.