Graham WebsterJan 9, 2023

A few hours ago, Chinese regulations governing AI-generated media services (from text to videos to face swapping, etc.) took effect.

These rules on so-called "deep synthesis" 深度合成 are among the first major efforts around the world to confront challenges from the likes of ChatGPT, DALL-E, and the multiplying similar large-model services. A quick thread and some thoughts: 1/

Show threadCalamusEstFortisJan 10, 2023

@gwbstr Interesting...

@Jonathanglick we were only discussing this the other day.

I know I once heard a Chinese proverb which ran along the lines of "The best time to plant a tree is 40 years ago, the second best time is today".

Only time will tell, but I feel this is characteristically far sighted and wise early move which will help China get the drop on a whole load of chaos which is due to come the way of global society in the next few decades once the tech becomes widespread. #China #AI

Show threadGraham WebsterJan 10, 2023
@ScriptorViator @Jonathanglick I think it’s too soon to know what’s wise or not. But we can all learn from how this works, or doesn’t, in the Chinese case—since most other places haven’t tried intervention yet. If current patterns hold, Chinese authorities will evolve on this through enforcement choices and potentially revised or additional rules.
Show threadCalamusEstFortis
@gwbstr @Jonathanglick Indeed. My point is that they're moving and taking notice when most others are standing still, oblivious or procrastinating. #China #AI #DeepSynthesis #深度合成
Jan 10, 2023 at 1:59amWeb