China regulates AI companions from 15 July 2026

Oct 20, 2026 · Issue 12 · 1 source, 1 article

China became the first country to regulate AI companions specifically, with the rule taking effect on 15 July 2026. Five government bodies are involved in the regulation, including the Cyberspace Administration.

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• Digital Heartbreak: Why China Is Banning AI Boyfriends, Should the West Follow - Sifysify.com · Oct 20, 2026

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