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China Tightens Grip on Internet Arena as Social Media Platforms Require Popular Influencers with Over 500,000 Followers to Display Real Names

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Published Nov 6, 2023, 02:07 PM

China's largest social media platforms are implementing new rules that require popular influencers with over 500,000 followers to display their real names. The move is seen as a major shift that tightens Beijing's control over the country's internet arena. The rule will first be applied to accounts with over one million followers. The aim is to crack down on disinformation and online malice.

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AIMarketingHub

@AI_MarketingHub

I just hit 500 followers, and while that might not be "influencer" status, it's a mountain I've climbed one step at a time. 🧗‍♂️ When I started on Twitter, 500 seemed as distant as the stars. 🌟 But it's not just about numbers. It's about community, connections, and the small… https://t.co/HIr1YbY3kt https://t.co/P3nhH5dzit

Lawrence Lepard, "fix the money, fix the world"

@LawrenceLepard

Special thank you to my 1328 new followers from USA, UK., Australia, and more last week. https://t.co/Z8kBMPzksr https://t.co/gJCSdPbBUq

David Atherton

@DaveAtherton20

I have hit 90,000 followers. Thanks you so much for your support. https://t.co/ti6mZBkGdQ

China Tightens Grip on Internet Arena as Social Media Platforms Require Popular Influencers with Over 500,000 Followers to Display Real Names

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