China Bans AI Romantic Partners, Virtual Relatives for Minors
The country’s first regulations on AI companion services also set new limits on chatbots designed to simulate emotional bonds with users.
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Published: 21 July 2026
Source: Sixth Tone (CN)
Category: News
Topics: Regulation
Retrieved: 22 July 2026
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