China's Sweeping AI Content Labeling Law Takes Effect
The new rules, which became active on September 1, mandate that all AI-generated content must carry explicit and implicit labels.
China implemented one of the world's first comprehensive mandates for labeling AI-generated content on September 1, 2025. The "Measures for Labeling Artificial Intelligence-Generated Content," issued by the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), requires internet service providers to clearly identify all forms of synthetic media, creating a new compliance landscape for technology companies operating in the country.
Explicit and Implicit Labeling
The new rules require platforms to affix two types of labels to AI-generated text, images, audio, and video. This dual approach is designed to ensure transparency for both users and regulators.
The requirements include: - Explicit Labels: These are …
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