Imagine needing a university degree just to post about health tips online—China just made it law! The Cyberspace Administration of China has rolled out strict new rules requiring influencers to hold degrees or certifications before discussing topics like medicine, finance, education, law, or health. No credentials? No posting. This applies across platforms like Douyin, Weibo, and Bilibili, targeting livestreams, videos, and even written posts.
Announced recently, this regulation is part of China’s push to curb misinformation and boost online content quality.
“These measures are designed to protect public welfare by ensuring accurate and trustworthy information,” stated a Cyberspace Administration spokesperson.
Tech analyst Li Wei called it ‘a double-edged sword,’ praising the intent to stop fake advice but warning it could silence genuine voices.
Could this be the future of social media worldwide? Imagine if your fave influencer couldn’t post without a degree—would it clean up the internet or kill creativity? Let’s talk about it.
Sources: Mint
