AI Generated War Satire Goes Viral in China as Online Creators Amplify Political Messaging

AI Generated War Satire Goes Viral in China as Online Creators Amplify Political Messaging

  • March 23, 2026

An AI generated animated short released by a Chinese state broadcaster has gained widespread attention online after depicting a stylized conflict that closely mirrors ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The video, presented as a wuxia inspired allegory, features symbolic characters representing major

China State TV Pulls Food Delivery Film After Backlash Over ‘Romanticised’ Portrayal of Gig Work

China State TV Pulls Food Delivery Film After Backlash Over ‘Romanticised’ Portrayal of Gig Work

  • December 17, 2025

China’s state broadcaster CCTV has removed a short film about food delivery work after a wave of public criticism accused it of glossing over the harsh realities faced by millions of gig economy workers. The video, which aired briefly on CCTV platforms, presented