Core Insights - In late September 2025, a large-scale incident involving the removal of audio dramas occurred on Miaoer FM, leading to strong user reactions [1]. Company Information - Beijing Miao Si La Network Technology Co., Ltd., the parent company of Miaoer FM, was established in July 2014 and is wholly owned by Shanghai Huandian Information Technology Co., Ltd. [1] - The registered capital of the company is approximately 1.864 million yuan, with a paid-in capital of about 1.112596 million yuan [1]. - The company operates in various sectors, including technology promotion services, internet cultural activities, and broadcasting program production [1]. Legal Issues - The company is involved in multiple lawsuits, including disputes over the infringement of network dissemination rights and recording rights [2]. - Notable cases include disputes with other companies regarding copyright issues, with several cases ongoing as of 2025 [2]. - The company has registered copyrights for works such as "Saway" and "Mo Dao Zu Shi," which include audio recordings and other related works [2].

Core Insights - The director-centered system is the main principle of Chinese animation companies, with directors becoming the core asset of the industry [1] - The industry is experiencing rapid growth, with a significant increase in production capacity and talent reserves over the past three years [1][2] - A total of 83 representative directors have been selected from over 320 directors, categorized into six types: "Meritorious," "Senior," "Core," "Rookie," "Dark Horse," and "Expected" [2][3] Group 1: Director-Centered System - The director is increasingly viewed as the key to the quality of animated works, with fans judging projects based on the director's reputation [1] - The emergence of a star effect for directors is noted, as they become the focal point of industry attention [1] - The director-centered system has led to increased pressure on directors, with many transitioning to supervisory roles while nurturing younger talent [1][2] Group 2: Industry Growth and Talent Development - The analysis covers over 340 animated series launched between January 2022 and April 2025, indicating a substantial growth in the industry [1][2] - Many established directors are now mentoring younger creators, contributing to a diverse talent pool [2] - The average development cycle for directors is long, with many needing years of experience to refine their skills [3] Group 3: Director Categories - The selected directors are categorized into six types based on their experience and contributions, reflecting the diversity in skills and styles within the industry [2][3] - "Meritorious" directors have over 10 years of experience and have created multiple benchmark works, while "Senior" directors have over 8 years and at least three works [3] - "Rookie" directors are those with less than three years of experience but show promise, while "Dark Horse" directors have gained fame quickly [2][3]