China's internet watchdog is planning to introduce a licensing requirement for AI companies before they can release generative AI models, according to The Financial Times. The aim is to strike a balance between promoting AI and technological advancements and maintaining control over content, sources said. According to FT, China's government wants to regulate generative AI before it becomes widely adopted. - Companies like Baidu and Alibaba have already been working with regulators to ensure compliance with the regulations, which were first proposed back in April.
- The draft rules state that AI content should align with "core socialist values" and avoid undermining state power or national unity.
- The strict requirements could present challenges for companies in developing and improving large language models, potentially leading to cautiousness in the industry.
- Finalization of the rules is expected to occur as early as this month.
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