CYBERSPACE ADMINISTRATION OF CHINA

China Introduces New Regulations for Facial Recognition Technology

Ethan Nash6 days ago6 days ago05 mins

On March 21, 2025, China announced new rules for facial recognition technology effective June 1, 2025. The regulations cover data storage, privacy assessments, usage in public areas, and volume reporting requirements, notably excluding research-related applications. On March 21, 2025, major authorities in China released new guidelines particularly aimed at facial recognition technology. This comes as…

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China’s New Regulations on Facial Recognition: Consent and Privacy Enhancements

Sofia Martinelli4 weeks ago4 weeks ago04 mins

China is implementing new regulations for facial recognition technology to ensure data privacy. These rules will require explicit user consent, clear signage, and provisions for individuals under 14. Organizations managing large amounts of biometric data must register with cybersecurity authorities. These measures reflect growing public discomfort with facial recognition practices and align with existing privacy…

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