China Drafts Strict Rules for Human-Like AI: Ethics, Security, Transparency Mandated

• China's cyberspace watchdog proposes draft rules for human-like AI, emphasizing ethical, secure, and transparent services.
• Providers must inform users they are interacting with AI upon login, every two hours, or if overdependence is detected.
• AI systems must adhere to "core socialist values" and avoid content compromising national security.
• Security assessments and reports are mandatory for new AI features or when user thresholds (1M registered, 100K monthly active) are met.
• The proposals are open for public consultation until January 25, reflecting China's balance between AI growth and governance.

Why It Matters: China is tightening AI regulations to ensure ethical use, national security, and user awareness.