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China Bans 11 Online Activities, Cracks Down on Fake Content

6/6/2026

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China’s Cyberspace Administration (CAC) issued provisions that ban 11 online activities starting September 1.
The rules specifically target fabricated topics, fake information, and recycled news that could provoke public anger.
The CAC says the measures aim to stop rumours, speculative posts and content that could incite anger or discrimination.
The provisions also bar live-streaming by users under 16 and require age verification and parental consent for those 16 to 18.

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China’s Cyberspace Administration (CAC) issued provisions that ban 11 online activities starting September 1.
The rules specifically target fabricated topics, fake information, and recycled news that could provoke public anger.
The CAC says the measures aim to stop rumours, speculative posts and content that could incite anger or discrimination.
The provisions also bar live-streaming by users under 16 and require age verification and parental consent for those 16 to 18.