China wants to crack down on emotionally manipulative AI chatbots. Under proposed rules, providers would have to detect addictive behavior and step in when users show psychological warning signs. California is taking similar steps after tragic stories linked to AI companions.

China wants to crack down on emotionally manipulative AI chatbots. Under proposed rules, providers would have to detect addictive behavior and step in when users show…

The proposed rules come as Chinese artificial intelligence chatbot startups Minimax and Z.ai have this month filed for Hong Kong IPOs.

The draft regulations are aimed to address concerns around chatbots, which have surged in popularity in recent months.