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China is proposing new regulations for AI chatbots designed to mimic human interaction, prioritizing emotional well-being and preventing harm, especially concerning self-harm. These rules, if enacted, would be among the first globally to focus on anthropomorphic AI’s emotional safety. Key provisions include prohibiting harmful content, mandating intervention for suicidal users, and protecting minors. This move signifies a shift from content safety to emotional safety in AI regulation.

Alibaba is launching Quark AI Glasses, its first venture into AI wearables, powered by its Qwen large language model and Quark AI assistant. Pre-orders begin October 24th at 4,699 yuan (discounted to 3,999 yuan), shipping in December. Alongside, Alibaba introduces “AI Chat Assistant” in its Quark app, featuring photo editing, problem solving, and AI-assisted writing. This move signifies Alibaba’s push into consumer-facing AI, positioning it against competitors like Meta and Xiaomi in the smart glasses and digital assistant market.