ByteDance and Alibaba Face Regulatory Scrutiny in China over Content Violations

China's cyberspace regulator has issued warnings to ByteDance and Alibaba, citing failures in content moderation on their platforms. ByteDance's Jinri Toutiao was flagged for promoting unhealthy content, while Alibaba's UCWeb faced criticism for spreading sensitive topics, including cyberbullying and children's privacy.

Both companies have pledged to FORM dedicated teams to address these issues promptly. The crackdown is part of a broader campaign targeting harmful online trends, reflecting China's increasing intolerance for unchecked digital content.

Representatives from ByteDance and Alibaba were summoned to meetings with the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), where immediate corrective actions and staff disciplinary measures were mandated. Strict deadlines have been set for compliance, underscoring the regulatory pressure on tech giants.