China's cyberspace regulator said 1.4 million social media posts have been deleted following a two-month probe into alleged misinformation, illegal profiteering, and impersonation of state officials, among other 'pronounced problems'.
A sign above an office of the Cyberspace Administration of China is seen in Beijing, China July 8, 2021. REUTERS/Thomas Peter/File Photo
Since 2021, China has targeted billions of social media accounts in a bid to "clean" its cyberspace and make it easier for authorities to control. Of the 67,000 accounts that were permanently closed, almost 8,000 were taken down for "spreading fake news, rumours, and harmful information," according to CAC.
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