Shanghai
Jurisdiction: China

Algorithmic
Control.

China has established the world's earliest and most granular AI regulations. The "Generative AI Measures" impose strict content control, truthfulness obligations, and mandatory security assessments.

Primary Authority
CAC
Cyberspace Administration of China

Regulatory Trinity

2023

Generative AI Measures

Mandates that AI content must reflect "Core Socialist Values". Providers must register algorithms (bei'an) and prevent discrimination.

2022

Deep Synthesis Provisions

Explicit rules for deepfakes. Requires prominent labeling of synthetic content and consent from subjects for biometric editing.

2021

Algorithmic Recommendation

Focuses on user autonomy. Users must have the option to turn off personalized recommendations. Prohibits inducing addiction in minors.

Market Access: The Filing

Foreign models generally cannot be accessed directly in China. Domestic models require a "Security Assessment" and filing with the CAC before public release.

  • Algorithm Registry (Internet Information Service)
  • Training Data Legality Check
  • Real-name verification of users
15,000+

Registered Algorithms

The CAC maintains a public database of algorithms, creating a unique transparency regime enforced by the state.