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China has cracked down on AI relationships. Is it ahead of the game?

BBC

September 30, 2026

CSET’s Sam Bresnick shared his expert insight in an article published by BBC. The article examines China’s new regulations on AI companions and the country’s efforts to address concerns around emotional dependency, child safety, and the broader social effects of human-like AI systems.

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