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Taiwan Bans Chinese Social Media for Fraud Concerns

12/5/2025

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Taiwan Blocks Xiaohongshu

Taiwan blocked RedNote, the Chinese social media platform Xiaohongshu, citing fraud prevention and information-security concerns.
The Interior Ministry announced a one-year ban, saying the platform poses a high risk for online shopping fraud.
RedNote has over 3 million users in Taiwan, reflecting its rising popularity.
Mainland media criticized the move, with Xinhua labeling it "shameless."
The action aligns with Taiwan's efforts to safeguard its digital landscape amid rising security threats.

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Taiwan Bans Xiaohongshu

The Interior Ministry plans to suspend access to Xiaohongshu for a year, citing security risks and over 1,700 fraud cases linked to the app.
Cheng Li-wun, Taiwan's opposition leader, says the ban amounts to censorship and would undermine Taiwan's free-speech values.
The presidential office supports the Interior Ministry's decision, emphasizing data safety.
Taiwan's government maintains that it rejects China's sovereignty claims and believes only Taiwan's people can determine the future.

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Taiwan Blocks Xiaohongshu

Taiwan blocked RedNote, the Chinese social media platform Xiaohongshu, citing fraud prevention and information-security concerns.
The Interior Ministry announced a one-year ban, saying the platform poses a high risk for online shopping fraud.
RedNote has over 3 million users in Taiwan, reflecting its rising popularity.
Mainland media criticized the move, with Xinhua labeling it "shameless."
The action aligns with Taiwan's efforts to safeguard its digital landscape amid rising security threats.

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