China's regulators have introduced new rules governing "anthropomorphic AI interactive services," effectively banning AI chatbots that provide "continuous emotional interaction" by simulating human-like personality traits, patterns of thought, and communication patterns, as of July 15. This crackdown affects AI companions, including those used by over 500 million people, forcing companies to install age-verification checks and other safeguards to avoid violating the law. The regulations aim to prevent emotional dependence, encourage human-to-human relationships, and protect minors and vulnerable people. AI summary
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