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China’s tightening AI regulations

China is becoming more cautious about AI. Since the start of the year the government has tightened controls on domestic labs, intervening in cross-border deals and restricting the movement of its best talent. Now it is limiting how Chinese citizens interact with some chatbots. Is this the beginning of a new era for China’s AI industry?

China’s tightening AI regulations

TL;DR

  • China is becoming more cautious about AI.
  • The government has tightened controls on domestic AI labs.
  • Cross-border deals are being intervened in.
  • Movement of top AI talent is restricted.
  • Chinese citizens' interaction with some chatbots is being limited.