Gansu police (China) arrested a man who used ChatGPT to write fake news “view sentences”. This is the first arrest related to ChatGPT in a country of billions of people.
According to SCMP, Gansu police arrested a man named Hong for allegedly using ChatGPT to fabricate false information about the train accident that killed 9 people.
After discovering fake news on April 25, authorities found various versions of the crash posted by 25 separate accounts on the blog platform Baijiahao which attracted more than 15,000 views. Hong used ChatGPT to edit the content and location of the accident to bypass the duplicate check system on Baijiahao
Police arrested Hong under the “deep synthesis technology” law that China introduced in January this year. “Deep synthesis technology” includes using AI (artificial intelligence) to create text, images, videos, or other media. The law states that AI cannot be used to spread fake news.
Through the articles, the police tracked down the company owned by Hong. He admitted to using ChatGPT to write fake news to make money through visits. Hong was charged with “disturbing order” and faces up to five years in prison. But in particularly serious cases, offenders can face up to 10 years in prison. government In 2013, the Chinese extended the scope of application to those who post and spread false rumors online.
As ChatGPT thrives, China has voiced concerns about the uncontrolled development and use of “deep fusion technology” that could lead to criminal activities such as online fraud or insults. the dignity of others. In February, Chinese police warned people to be wary of “rumors” created by ChatGPT.
Chinese authorities have sought to stay ahead of the technology by drafting laws to regulate AI and restrict the use of deep fakes. The arrest shows the Chinese authorities’ efforts to regulate and control the use of AI as the technology becomes more and more advanced
