Regarding the recent phenomenon of some accounts abusing AI tools to "meme-ify" and vulgarly adapt classic films and animations, the WeChat platform released its fifth special governance announcement on March 3. The announcement stated that WeChat is actively implementing the requirements of the National Radio and Television Administration, further increasing efforts to crack down on "AI-mocked" videos to maintain a good order in online dissemination.

According to data disclosed by the official WeChat, during February 2026, the platform processed a total of 3,956 illegal short video contents through patrols and governance. These removed contents mainly involved three typical categories of violations: first, using AI methods to distort the spirit of classic works such as "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" and "Water Margin," carrying out subversive character modifications; second, using AI to maliciously distort historical figures and hero stories, misleading the values of teenagers; in addition, there are also "morbid interest" adaptations that make well-known animated characters terrifying or cult-like.

WeChat emphasized that such illegal content not only harms national sentiments but also maliciously deconstructs mainstream consensus. To eradicate this phenomenon, WeChat will incorporate the governance of "AI-mocked" videos into a long-term working mechanism, continuously improve algorithmic identification and manual review capabilities, and take strict measures against violating accounts.

Key Points:

  • 🚫 Upgraded Special Governance: A total of nearly 4,000 "AI-mocked" videos were taken down in February, focusing on cracking down on distorted classics and desecrated heroes.

  • ⚠️ Strict Prevention of "Cult-Like" Content: Terroristic adaptations of animated characters familiar to minors have been listed as key areas for investigation, protecting the physical and mental health of teenagers.

  • 🔧 Long-Term Governance Mechanism: WeChat clearly states that it will maintain a high-pressure stance against the abuse of AI tools and continuously improve technical governance levels.