China Rectifies AI Generation, Publicly Names Jianying and Maoxiang Apps for Violations
The Chinese government is tightening regulations on AI-generated content, publicly naming ByteDance's apps "Jianying" and "Maoxiang," along with the "Jimeng AI" website, for failing to clearly label AI-generated content. Authorities indicate they will handle related personnel severely, marking the first public identification and punishment in AI content regulation.
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- 📰 Published: April 29, 2026 at 12:33
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(CNA reporter Li Ya-wen, Shanghai, 29th) The Chinese authorities are rectifying the use of artificial intelligence (AI) on social platforms, demanding clear labeling of AI-generated content. They have publicly named apps such as Jianying and Maoxiang, along with the "Jimeng AI" website, for failing to implement these requirements, and have interviewed relevant online platform operators, promising severe penalties.
The Cyberspace Administration of China stated that its departments found that apps like Jianying and Maoxiang, and the Jimeng AI website, did not effectively implement the regulations for labeling AI-generated and synthetic content, violating provisions such as the "Cybersecurity Law," "Provisional Regulations on the Administration of Generative Artificial Intelligence Services," and "Measures for the Labeling of Artificial Intelligence Generated and Synthetic Content."
The Cyberspace Administration of China pointed out that they have legally interviewed online platform operators and taken punitive measures including ordering rectification, issuing warnings, and severely penalizing responsible persons. Online platforms must strictly adhere to legal bottom lines and red lines and implement relevant regulations. Government departments will continue to strengthen supervision and management of AI-generated and synthetic content labeling.
Jianying is a short-video editing tool, Maoxiang is an AI interactive entertainment application, and Jimeng AI is a one-stop AI creation platform, all developed by companies under ByteDance.
"First Financial" commented on the 29th that the government's public naming of several apps and websites marks the first time regulatory authorities have publicly identified and enforced penalties against violating companies since the implementation of regulations requiring AI-generated and synthetic content to be labeled.
The commentary believes that this wave of regulatory actions conveys a clear policy principle message, indicating that the official requirement for labeling AI-generated and synthetic content is not mere empty talk, but a strict legal bottom line and red line that must be observed. It is significant for promoting the healthy and orderly development of the industry and protecting user interests.
The commentary also mentioned that AI technology is penetrating the field of content creation at an unprecedented speed. AI-generated and synthetic content could become misinformation, and the proliferation of deepfakes could disrupt public opinion and infringe on individual rights. AI creations without labeling will impact the original content ecosystem, and a more profound impact is that the foundation of truthfulness in the information environment will be shaken, and the quality of public discourse will be eroded. (Editor: Chen Kai-yu) 1150429
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The Cyberspace Administration of China stated that its departments found that apps like Jianying and Maoxiang, and the Jimeng AI website, did not effectively implement the regulations for labeling AI-generated and synthetic content, violating provisions such as the "Cybersecurity Law," "Provisional Regulations on the Administration of Generative Artificial Intelligence Services," and "Measures for the Labeling of Artificial Intelligence Generated and Synthetic Content."
The Cyberspace Administration of China pointed out that they have legally interviewed online platform operators and taken punitive measures including ordering rectification, issuing warnings, and severely penalizing responsible persons. Online platforms must strictly adhere to legal bottom lines and red lines and implement relevant regulations. Government departments will continue to strengthen supervision and management of AI-generated and synthetic content labeling.
Jianying is a short-video editing tool, Maoxiang is an AI interactive entertainment application, and Jimeng AI is a one-stop AI creation platform, all developed by companies under ByteDance.
"First Financial" commented on the 29th that the government's public naming of several apps and websites marks the first time regulatory authorities have publicly identified and enforced penalties against violating companies since the implementation of regulations requiring AI-generated and synthetic content to be labeled.
The commentary believes that this wave of regulatory actions conveys a clear policy principle message, indicating that the official requirement for labeling AI-generated and synthetic content is not mere empty talk, but a strict legal bottom line and red line that must be observed. It is significant for promoting the healthy and orderly development of the industry and protecting user interests.
The commentary also mentioned that AI technology is penetrating the field of content creation at an unprecedented speed. AI-generated and synthetic content could become misinformation, and the proliferation of deepfakes could disrupt public opinion and infringe on individual rights. AI creations without labeling will impact the original content ecosystem, and a more profound impact is that the foundation of truthfulness in the information environment will be shaken, and the quality of public discourse will be eroded. (Editor: Chen Kai-yu) 1150429
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