China was the first jurisdiction to regulate generative AI, issuing the Deep Synthesis Provisions in January 2023 and the Interim Measures for Generative AI Services in August 2023. Together they require service providers to implement real-name verification, security assessments, content review, and watermarking for synthetic media.

• Deep synthesis services including face swap, voice cloning, virtual avatars, and AI text generation
• Generative AI services offered to the Chinese public
• Both domestic and international providers operating within Chinese jurisdiction

• Real-name verification of users
• Mandatory security assessments before launching deep synthesis features
• Content review obligations to prevent generation of content endangering national security or social stability
• Approval and registration with the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) for many services