Google and OpenAI Curbing A.I. Chatbots in Hong Kong During China Tensions: Report

Google and OpenAI, along with its partner Microsoft, have limited access to their artificial intelligence chatbots in Hong Kong due to fears surrounding China’s tightening grip on the region, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. Observers believe that expanding services in the area could result in legal issues under a national security law that criminalises criticism of the Chinese government. Other companies have also taken steps to filter content in Hong Kong, including Disney, which opted not to bring two episodes of The Simpsons that criticised the Chinese government to its streaming service. Apple also updated its privacy policy to use a tool from China-based Tencent, blocking access to legitimate Western websites.