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药品保健品坑老专项整治启动!南都曾起底“诱导式剧本”乱象
Nan Fang Du Shi Bao· 2025-05-28 06:39
Group 1 - The State Administration for Market Regulation has initiated a nationwide campaign to address false advertising in the pharmaceutical and health product sectors targeting the elderly, aiming to combat fraudulent practices that exploit this demographic [1][2] - Local market regulation departments will focus on illegal activities such as false advertising, price fraud, and illegal additives that infringe on the rights of the elderly and disrupt market competition [2] - The campaign includes a "You Shoot, We Check" initiative, encouraging the public to report suspected illegal activities, thereby enhancing the protection of elderly consumers and improving the market environment [2] Group 2 - Investigations have revealed that some live-streaming influencers engage in deceptive practices, using dramatic scripts to attract viewers and promote products that do not have legitimate health benefits [2][3] - Concerns have been raised about the sale of counterfeit health products and medications through live streams, which could lead to health risks for elderly consumers [3] - Legal experts have indicated that selling unregulated or counterfeit products during live streams could result in severe legal consequences, including charges related to fraud and violations of consumer protection laws [3]
“月子界爱马仕”,香港上市前被曝疑似宣传代孕
阿尔法工场研究院· 2025-05-27 10:15
Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the potential illegal activities of Saint Bella, a high-end postpartum care brand, including suspected surrogacy and gender selection services, as well as issues related to false advertising and compliance violations [2][3][21]. Group 1: Company Overview - Saint Bella, known as the "Hermès of postpartum care," is nearing its IPO approval in Hong Kong, planning to issue up to 192 million shares [3]. - The company operates several brands, including "Saint Bella," "Ai Yu," and "Little Bella," with postpartum care packages priced from 68,800 yuan to over 500,000 yuan [3]. - Founded by two post-80s returnees, the company has expanded rapidly through a "light asset" model, initially renting luxury hotel spaces for its centers [15][16]. Group 2: Allegations of Illegal Activities - Early promotional materials from the company included terms related to surrogacy and gender selection, which are illegal under Chinese law [4][8]. - A recruitment presentation from 2021 explicitly mentioned services like "third-party assistance" and "surrogacy," raising concerns about the company's compliance with regulations [5][6][8]. - Despite the allegations, the company has not confirmed whether it has engaged in surrogacy services, although other centers have been reported to do so [11][12]. Group 3: Financial Performance - Saint Bella reported revenues of 259 million yuan, 472 million yuan, 560 million yuan, and 358 million yuan for the years 2021 to 2024 (first half), respectively [24]. - The company has shown a pattern of increasing revenue but has struggled with profitability, with net profits of -27 million yuan, -41 million yuan, 17 million yuan, and -19 million yuan during the same periods [24]. Group 4: Issues with False Advertising - The company has faced multiple accusations of false advertising, including misleading claims about certifications and partnerships with international organizations [22][23][24]. - In 2022, the company was fined for false advertising after failing to provide evidence for claims made in its promotional materials [24]. - The reliance on questionable endorsements and the need to maintain a positive narrative in the capital market are highlighted as significant challenges for the company [25].
额敏县市场监督管理局开展民生领域广告专项行动
Zhong Guo Shi Pin Wang· 2025-05-21 11:21
Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles emphasizes the importance of strengthening advertising regulation in the livelihood sector to maintain a fair advertising market and protect consumer rights [1][2] - The regulatory focus is on key industries related to daily life, such as medical, pharmaceutical, and food sectors, aiming to combat false advertising and misleading consumer practices [1] - The regulatory approach includes a "double random, one public" platform for inspections, ensuring a systematic and transparent oversight process [1] Group 2 - A total of 27 business entities were inspected, resulting in 3 immediate rectification notices issued for non-compliant advertising content [2] - The next steps involve the local market supervision authority focusing on consumer protection and creating a safe consumption environment, while enhancing the integrity of the advertising market [2] - The initiative includes promoting legal awareness among business operators regarding advertising laws to strengthen industry self-discipline [1][2]
小杨哥带过货的“香港”月饼,注销了佛山厂家
Guan Cha Zhe Wang· 2025-05-19 09:00
Core Viewpoint - The news highlights the controversy surrounding the "Hong Kong Meicheng Mooncake" brand, particularly its misleading marketing claims and the subsequent regulatory actions taken against the involved parties [1][3]. Company Status - Foshan Meicheng Food Co., Ltd. was established in 2023 and has been deregistered as of May 15, 2023, with a registered capital of 1 million yuan [1]. - Guangzhou Meicheng Food Co., Ltd., the brand operator, remains active and was founded in 2019, with a major shareholder holding 85% [1]. Marketing Controversy - The mooncake was promoted as a high-end product from Hong Kong, leading to accusations of false advertising, as the product was actually produced in mainland China [3]. - Legal experts indicated that the promotional claims made by the livestream host could constitute false advertising under Chinese law, as they misrepresented the product's origin [3]. Regulatory Actions - The Hefei Market Supervision Bureau issued a notice stating that the promotion of the mooncake constituted false advertising, leading to a suspension of operations for the involved company [3]. - In March of the following year, the company paid a fine of approximately 68.95 million yuan and was allowed to resume operations after meeting regulatory requirements [4]. Business Developments - Despite the controversies, the company launched a self-operated shopping app called "Xiaoyang Zhenxuan" in April, which requires an annual membership fee of 99 yuan [4]. - The app has struggled to attract viewers, with reports indicating a significant drop in the host's follower count and low engagement levels [4]. Product Offerings - Following the scandal, the "high-end Hong Kong mooncake" was removed from sale, but the brand has introduced a new product line featuring rice dumpling gift boxes, which have seen poor sales [4].
小米汽车客服回应“退订60天冷静期”:系针对暂缓排产情况
Nan Fang Du Shi Bao· 2025-05-19 08:18
Core Points - Xiaomi's SU7 Ultra is facing a collective refund issue from pre-order customers due to dissatisfaction with the carbon fiber hood's functionality, which was misrepresented as having cooling and downforce benefits [2][8] - Customers have reported a 60-day cooling-off period for communication regarding order continuation, with deposits being non-refundable once the order is locked [2][8] - Xiaomi has publicly apologized for the unclear communication regarding the carbon fiber hood and is offering a limited-time option to switch to an aluminum hood for unfulfilled orders [9] Group 1 - Multiple pre-order customers have expressed concerns about a 60-day cooling-off period for refunds, with some considering legal action for alleged false advertising [2][8] - A customer reported paying a total of 20,000 yuan in deposits for a vehicle priced at 583,900 yuan, which has now ceased production [8] - Xiaomi's customer service confirmed that if customers do not communicate their intent to continue production within 60 days, their orders will be considered canceled [2][8] Group 2 - Xiaomi's vice president addressed rumors about the potential collapse of the automotive division, stating that no such claims were made during discussions with industry peers [8] - The company is providing a compensation of 20,000 points to customers who had locked in orders for the carbon fiber hood before the deadline [9]
新疆乌苏市市场监管局开展老年人药品、保健品虚假宣传专项检查
Zhong Guo Shi Pin Wang· 2025-05-17 04:04
Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of protecting the legal rights of the elderly by cracking down on false advertising, price violations, and food safety issues related to health products in Urumqi City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region [1] Group 1: Regulatory Actions - The Urumqi City Market Supervision Administration is conducting special inspections focusing on false advertising and promotion of drugs and health products targeted at the elderly [1] - Inspections are being carried out in health and wellness centers, therapy centers, pharmacies, and food businesses, utilizing both online and offline methods to verify the legality of sales channels and compliance with labeling requirements [2] Group 2: Legal Compliance and Education - The administration is enforcing strict measures against exaggerated claims regarding health products and illegal promotional practices aimed at attracting elderly customers [2] - Educational efforts are being made to inform merchants about relevant laws such as the Food Safety Law, Advertising Law, Price Law, and Anti-Unfair Competition Law, enhancing legal awareness among both consumers and business operators [2] Group 3: Future Initiatives - The Urumqi City Market Supervision Administration plans to strengthen public awareness campaigns, publish typical case warnings, and encourage community participation in reporting issues related to false advertising of health products for the elderly [2]
某投资平台称邮寄黄金到指定地点可翻倍充值到投资账户?有风险不能寄还是马上寄
Sou Hu Cai Jing· 2025-05-17 02:49
Group 1 - The investment platform's model of "mailing gold for double recharge to investment accounts" poses multiple legal risks and safety hazards [3] - According to Chinese postal regulations, mailing precious metals like gold without permission is illegal and can lead to administrative penalties [3] - The promise of high returns with low risk contradicts basic economic principles and may constitute illegal fundraising under Chinese law [3] Group 2 - There are operational risks associated with mailing gold, including loss, damage, or substitution during transit [4] - Many of these investment platforms lack the necessary financial business licenses and are not regulated under banking or securities laws [4] - If such platforms fail or shut down, investors may lose both their physical gold and the promised returns, highlighting the importance of reporting suspicious activities to authorities [4]
小米汽车接连遇风波 雷军:小米已不在“新手保护期”
Zhong Guo Jing Ying Bao· 2025-05-16 18:25
Core Viewpoint - Xiaomi's automotive division is facing significant backlash due to discrepancies between product claims and actual performance, particularly regarding the carbon fiber hood and power limitations of the SU7 Ultra model [2][3][10] Group 1: Product Issues - The carbon fiber dual-channel hood, priced at 42,000 yuan, was found to lack effective heat dissipation, contradicting promotional claims [2][3] - The OTA update in May limited the SU7 Ultra's horsepower from 1548 to 900, requiring owners to complete track assessments to unlock full power, which has led to consumer dissatisfaction [2][7] - Xiaomi acknowledged the issues with the hood and offered compensation, including free aluminum hoods for unfulfilled orders and 20,000 points (approximately 2,000 yuan) for those who have already received their vehicles [3][10] Group 2: Consumer Reactions - Many consumers feel that Xiaomi's compensation plan is inadequate, as it requires them to wait over 30 weeks for the hood replacement and the points offered do not cover the cost of the optional features [3][10] - There are demands for a full refund and compensation based on the principle of "triple compensation" for perceived fraudulent advertising [4][5] Group 3: Legal and Regulatory Context - Legal experts suggest that Xiaomi's promotional practices may violate consumer protection laws, particularly if the claims about the product's performance are misleading [5][8] - The current regulations regarding "software-defined vehicles" are seen as lacking, raising questions about the nature of the product being sold—whether it is a complete vehicle or a service-based model [9][10] Group 4: Strategic Implications - The recent events highlight a shift in the automotive market where consumer expectations are increasingly focused on product integrity and transparency rather than brand hype [10] - Xiaomi's leadership acknowledges the need for higher standards and aims to improve safety and governance in response to public scrutiny [10]
额敏县市场监督管理局关于开展老年人药品 保健食品虚假宣传线索“你拍我查” 征集公告
Zhong Guo Shi Pin Wang· 2025-05-16 09:24
Group 1 - The core objective of the activity is to regulate the market order of elderly medicines and health products, combat false advertising, and protect the legal rights of the elderly [1] - The activity encourages the public to use modern technology to report false advertising related to elderly medicines and health products in real-time [1] - The activity is set to run from now until December 31, 2025 [1] Group 2 - The scope of the collection includes various deceptive practices such as exaggerated claims about the efficacy of medicines and health products, misleading promotions, and false testimonials [1] - Specific methods of false advertising include using free gifts, expert consultations, and online influencers to mislead elderly consumers [1] - The market supervision department aims to create a collaborative social governance framework to maintain fair competition and protect the elderly [1] Group 3 - Reporting methods include a dedicated hotline, physical address for submissions, and postal services for complaints [2] - The market supervision department assures confidentiality for whistleblowers and emphasizes the importance of providing clear and truthful evidence [2] - Individuals are responsible for the authenticity of their reports and must avoid fabricating or exaggerating facts [2]
10分钟搞定P图服务!小米SU7 Ultra订单截图最高卖20元 平台商家:供部分人发朋友圈娱乐
Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen· 2025-05-15 11:46
Core Viewpoint - The sale of Xiaomi SU7 Ultra order screenshots on a second-hand trading platform has emerged as a side business, coinciding with the vehicle's ongoing controversy regarding its carbon fiber hood claims, raising questions about the company's marketing strategies and customer trust [3][8][9]. Group 1: Sale of Order Screenshots - Numerous vendors are selling Xiaomi SU7 Ultra order screenshots on a second-hand trading platform, with prices ranging from 2 to 20 yuan [3]. - Buyers only need to provide their name, and vendors can modify order details, completing transactions in as little as 10 minutes [3][7]. - Some vendors explicitly state that the screenshots are for entertainment purposes only and should not be used for illegal activities [7]. Group 2: Customer Sentiment and Controversy - The sale of order screenshots coincides with a backlash against Xiaomi SU7 Ultra due to dissatisfaction with the carbon fiber hood's promotional claims, leading to demands for refunds from customers [8][9]. - Xiaomi's response to the controversy, including a limited-time compensation offer of 20,000 points, has not been well received by many customers, who feel disrespected [9]. - A growing number of customers are joining a group aimed at canceling their orders, indicating a significant decline in trust towards the company [9].