Key facts
- China's cyberspace regulator released a draft law to combat cyberbullying.
- The proposed law specifically addresses AI-enabled abuse.
- Online platforms must verify user identities and report AI-generated harmful content.
- Schools will be required to integrate anti-cyberbullying education.
- Violating platforms face potential fines of up to 10 million yuan or shutdowns.
China's cyberspace regulator has unveiled a draft law aimed at curbing online bullying, with a particular focus on addressing abuse facilitated by artificial intelligence. The proposed legislation, released by the Cyberspace Administration of China, seeks to enhance oversight within the country's vast internet community.
The draft law stipulates that online platforms must verify the real identities of users before they can post content or use messaging services. It also mandates that platforms identify, trace, and report cyberbullying content generated or spread using AI technology, subsequently removing and blocking such material. Schools would be required to integrate anti-cyberbullying education into their curricula.