Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-10-22 04:29Core Viewpoint - Recent actions by Weibo and Douyin target malicious online behavior that harms companies, particularly in the automotive sector, as part of a broader initiative to optimize the business environment online [1][4][5]. Group 1: Weibo's Actions - Weibo has announced a crackdown on malicious activities such as defaming companies and spreading false information, resulting in penalties for several automotive KOLs, including a 90-day ban and a 180-day prohibition on ad revenue [1]. - The platform supports users expressing reasonable doubts and criticisms but emphasizes the importance of avoiding rumors that could damage not only individual companies but the entire industry and private economy [4]. Group 2: Broader Industry Context - Douyin has also reported cases of "black public relations" targeting automotive companies, specifically addressing misleading and attacking content related to "Li Auto" [5]. - Several automotive companies, including Li Auto and Seres, have taken legal actions against malicious online activities, with Li Auto indicating plans for criminal reports and civil lawsuits against those spreading false information [5]. - Seres has committed to combating malicious media and public relations efforts against its brand, offering rewards for information leading to the identification of such activities [5].