Core Insights - The report from the China Internet Network Information Center indicates that as of June this year, the number of internet users aged 60 and above in China reached 161 million, with an internet penetration rate of 52.0% among the elderly [1] - The China Consumers Association highlights that in the first half of 2025, complaints related to elderly consumer traps and chaotic private domain marketing will be major issues [1] - The rise of private domain e-commerce, particularly targeting the elderly, has led to various deceptive practices that exploit their vulnerabilities, such as fake personas and health anxiety [2][3] Group 1: Private Domain E-commerce - Private domain live streaming is characterized by a lack of platform oversight, allowing sellers to evade regulations and create a "脱平台" (脱离平台) model that complicates consumer protection [3][6] - The private domain live streaming market is growing rapidly, with a projected year-on-year increase of 8.69% in transaction volume for 2024 [6] - Many elderly consumers are drawn into private domain live streaming through tactics that exploit their loneliness and health concerns, leading to impulsive purchases of overpriced or substandard products [5][6] Group 2: Consumer Vulnerabilities - Elderly consumers are often targeted based on their demographic characteristics, such as being "老漂族" (elderly migrants), which makes them more susceptible to manipulation through live streaming [5] - The lack of regulatory oversight in private domain e-commerce creates a vacuum where deceptive practices can flourish, making it difficult for consumers to seek redress [6][7] - Experts suggest that regulatory bodies need to clarify the responsibilities of various stakeholders in private domain live streaming to protect elderly consumers effectively [7]