Yeah, it is a double edged sword I think - I like the alleged idea behind it but it can easily be used to silence unwanted ideas. But it’s not like free speech is a thing in China these days :( I suppose the same regulation in any European country would be a higher contrast (= more porblematic) with existing rights.
https://www.jaanojunction.com/news/china-brings-social-media-law-to-regulate-influencers-only-experts-can-give-expert-advice
https://www.moroccoworldnews.com/2025/10/265324/chinas-new-influencer-law-says-only-degree-holders-can-discuss-professional-topics/
https://www.netinfluencer.com/china-now-requires-degrees-for-influencers-discussing-professional-topics/
https://dailynews.lk/2025/10/29/breaking-news/885226/chinas-new-influencer-law-says-only-degree-holders-can-discuss-professional-topics/
Cant the chinese government revoke degrees? This seems like a very easily abused law.
Yeah, it is a double edged sword I think - I like the alleged idea behind it but it can easily be used to silence unwanted ideas. But it’s not like free speech is a thing in China these days :( I suppose the same regulation in any European country would be a higher contrast (= more porblematic) with existing rights.