Ministry of Public Security: Solving 79 Criminal Cases Utilizing 'AI Face Swap' Technology to Effectively Protect Citizens' Personal Information


The 'Self-Regulation Code for Personal Information Protection of Intelligent Agents' was released at the 2026 China Internet Conference, with 31 companies including Tencent, Baidu, and Meituan signing it as the first batch. The code fills the gap in specialized regulations for personal information protection of AI agents in China, aiming to leverage the leading role of top enterprises and promote industry self-discipline.
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Lei Jun pointed out that AI terminals, as important platforms for the implementation of AI technology, are constantly expanding their application scope, extending from smartphones, smart cars, and wearable devices to smart homes and robots. This trend not only injects new vitality into the consumer market but also provides key impetus for the high-end and intelligent upgrading of the industrial chain. However, in the early stages of the rapid development of AI terminals, it is still necessary to overcome core technological bottlenecks, build a collaborative innovation ecosystem, and promote industry standardization, collaboration, innovation, and high-quality development.
According to CCTV news, a recent case in Huangshi, Hubei, involved a criminal gang using AI face swap technology to unlock and resell social accounts for illegal profits. Victim Mr. Wang joined a stock trading live broadcast room, was induced to invest, and ultimately faced withdrawal difficulties. The other party's account was frozen due to suspected fraud, preventing funds from being withdrawn.