China: Cyberspace Administration investigation into platform accounts for alleged online rumors related to public policies and emergencies
Progress
Current status
in force
12 May 2025 in force
Scope
Implementers
China
Policy Area
Content moderation
Policy Instrument
Content moderation regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: user-generated content
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Cyberspace Administration of China reported removal of 2'210 platform accounts for alleged online rumors related to public policies and emergencies
On 12 May 2025, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) reported on recent cases involving the creation and dissemination of false information related to public policy, emergencies, and social matters. According to the announcement, certain onl…
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
other regulatory body