China | Regulatory Framework
Status: in force
Effective: 2026-01-07
moderate CAC publishes 15th batch deep synthesis algorithm filings (Jan 2026)
Announcement by the State Internet Information Office on publishing the 15th batch of domestic deep synthesis service algorithm filing information
I. Regulatory Summary
Relevant to legal/compliance advisors supporting AI and synthetic media deployments in China: reinforces that qualifying deep synthesis services and supporting entities must complete and maintain algorithm filings and update/terminate filings as needed.
II. Full Description
The CAC announced the public release of the 15th batch of domestic deep synthesis service algorithm filings, referencing the Internet Information Service Deep Synthesis Provisions and the algorithm-filing regime. The notice reiterates that deep synthesis service providers (and technical support providers by reference) with public opinion properties or social mobilisation capability should complete filings and any subsequent changes or cancellations via the CAC filing system and encourages prompt filing by those not yet compliant.
III. Scope & Application
Official publication of the latest (15th) batch of domestic deep synthesis service algorithm filings under China’s deep synthesis and algorithm filing regime, with reminders of filing and change/cancellation obligations for providers with public opinion or social mobilisation attributes.
IV. Policy Impact Assessment
Relevant to legal/compliance advisors supporting AI and synthetic media deployments in China: reinforces that qualifying deep synthesis services and supporting entities must complete and maintain algorithm filings and update/terminate filings as needed.
Primary Focus: AI service registration/filing