The Rise of AI Virtual Influencers


The Yangpu District People's Court in Shanghai recently handled a case involving the use of AI technology for blackmail. The defendant, Yang, used AI to forge hospital diagnostic certificates and fee receipts, and claimed that he fell ill after dining at a barbecue restaurant, demanding 2000 yuan in compensation. After the store paid, they reported the incident to the police, and the court announced the verdict on the spot. This case warns that AI technology can be abused as a tool for crimes.
The "Tianshu Large Model" developed independently by Chang'an Automobile has passed the filing with the National Internet Information Office, becoming the first automaker in Chongqing and one of the few in the country to obtain this qualification. This marks a new phase in the commercialization of its self-developed AI technology, with the model focusing on in-vehicle intelligent applications since its inception.
According to Apple's 2025 App Store Compliance Review Report, through collaboration between AI and human review, over $2.2 billion in potential fraud transactions were successfully prevented, with a total of over $11.2 billion blocked over six years. As generative AI lowers the development barrier, fraud activities are becoming more scalable and complex. Apple has increased its investment in machine learning, using AI models to accurately identify malicious software and strengthen platform security.
AI law firm Moritz closed a $9 million seed round in four days before graduating from Y Combinator, led by YC and Urban Innovation Fund, attracting tech investors including Reddit and Runway founders and OpenAI employees. The company was founded by former OpenAI legal advisor Pamir Essas and machine learning engineer Stefan Mandaric, aiming to revolutionize traditional legal services with AI technology, and has partnered with H
L'Oréal China launched an 'AI for Beauty' strategy, explicitly banning AI-generated fake makeup images, emphasizing compliance while tech reshapes the beauty industry. Over 70% of Chinese consumers consult AI for beauty decisions; the strategy aims to balance innovation and transparency.....