China issues algorithm provisions to protect online consumers and prohibit unfair competition behaviour.
The recently released Administrative Provisions on Algorithm Recommendation of Internet Information Service (“Provisions”) substantially affects technology companies by regulating the use of algorithms. Released by the Cyberspace Administration of China and three other government bodies on 4 January 2022, the Provisions come into effect from 1 March 2022 and regulate the use of algorithm technology to strengthen consumer protection and market practice.
Over the last 5 years, China’s digital […]
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