Douyin bans AI-generated content to align with China's goal to regulate AI technology
• Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok, will ban AI-generated content used to spread misinformation or rumors. This aligns with China's goal to regulate AI technology.
• The new rules come as China aims to catch up with the U.S. in AI capabilities after advances by companies like OpenAI.
• China heavily censors social media content perceived as anti-government. Regulating AI is seen as necessary to counter dissent.
• The rules are part of broader regulations urging responsible use of AI by Douyin creators, live streamers, users and merchants.
• Parent company ByteDance has over 320 AI-related job openings, positioning itself as a leader in AI alongside chatGPT and Sora.