China Launches Crackdown On AI Remix Videos

AI-generated "remix" videos are rapidly gaining popularity in China and have drawn criticism for vulgar, violent, or distorted versions of classics that may mislead young viewers and infringe copyrights. On Jan 1 the National Radio and Television Administration launched a monthlong campaign urging platforms to remove unauthorized or disrespectful reinterpretations and suspend repeat violators. Legal experts warn such edits can violate copyright, portrait rights, and public-order rules.