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中文(ZH) 海外大模型Token代理产业快速走红,治理与监管存难题

Overseas AI token resellers face scrutiny amid fraud and data risks

An emerging industry of overseas large model token resellers is rapidly growing, offering seemingly low-cost access to AI models for creators and businesses. However, this sector operates in a legal gray area, with reports of fraudulent practices such as inflated billing, model swapping, and arbitrage. User data is also at risk due to inadequate security during transmission. The clandestine nature and cross-border operations of these resellers present significant challenges for regulatory oversight. AI

IMPACT This trend highlights potential cost-saving avenues for AI model access but also exposes significant risks in data security and regulatory compliance.

RANK_REASON Article discusses an emerging industry trend and its associated problems, rather than a specific event.

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Overseas AI token resellers face scrutiny amid fraud and data risks

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  1. 36氪 (36Kr) TIER_1 中文(ZH) ·

    The overseas large model token proxy industry is rapidly gaining popularity, with governance and regulation facing challenges

    2026年以来,词元(Token)成为市场热词,而在这一热潮背后,依托低价倒卖Token额度、搭建中转站点的海外大模型Token代理产业快速走红,各类“0门槛副业”招募广告在多个网络平台泛滥,还依托多级分润机制实现规模裂变式增长。记者调查发现,这一游走在合规边缘的灰色产业,看似为个人创作者、中小微企业、科研群体提供了低成本海外大模型调用渠道,实则乱象丛生:部分中转站点通过虚报计费、模型掉包、退款套利等方式牟取不当利益,用户输入的数据在传输过程中几近“裸奔”。由于运营隐蔽、跨境属性突出、模式迭代迅猛,该行业正成为监管治理的难点。业内专家表示,唯有补齐合法需…