In China, the state takes it upon itself to protect the reputation of entrepreneurs on the Internet.
The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) has announced the launch of a campaign to protect entrepreneurs from online bullying.
The CAC will “uproot sites and accounts” that destroy the reputation of entrepreneurs. For example, there are posts claiming that “Chinese private entrepreneurs are traitors” or “it’s time for the Chinese private economy to start retreating.”
… target false or inaccurate information about Chinese enterprises and entrepreneurs, and aim to root out online websites and accounts that infringe upon peoples’ rights.
Narratives such as “Chinese private entrepreneurs are traitors” or “it’s time for China’s private economy to retreat” will be targeted.
The watchdog will also crack down on any leaks of private biographical information pertaining to private entrepreneurs as well as their health records, financial accounts, travel itineraries, home addresses, and telephone numbers.
The campaign aims to create a “benign online space for public opinions” so that entrepreneurs can focus on developing their businesses without being distracted, according to the CAC post.
