China's AI Chatbots Filter Sensitive Keywords

July 22, 2024

Artificial intelligence language models (LLMs) are designed to process vast amounts of data, including English content, which poses a challenge for aligning outputs with Chinese regulatory requirements. The Chinese government has issued guidelines mandating that AI companies collect and filter sensitive keywords and questions that may violate “core socialist values.” These guidelines are regularly updated to reflect evolving political sensitivities. As a result, the user experience of AI chatbots in China is affected by these regulations. The practical implications of these requirements are evident in the way AI chatbots operate in China.