Group 1 - A company was exposed for using over 5,000 barrels of hydrogen peroxide to bleach chicken feet, violating food safety regulations [5][7] - The company admitted to purchasing 5,242 barrels of hydrogen peroxide since May 2025 for processing chicken feet, leading to a serious investigation by food safety authorities [7] - Multiple companies involved in the supply chain were also penalized for providing unlabelled food additives and violating hazardous materials management regulations [7] Group 2 - A product marketed as a "universal remedy" using exosomes was revealed to be an unapproved, ineffective product with significant profit margins [8][10] - No exosome products have been approved for sale in China, yet companies continue to falsely advertise their efficacy in treating various diseases [12] - One company was found to be using collagen-related licenses to circumvent market regulations while selling exosome products [14] Group 3 - Height-increasing services marketed to children were exposed as scams, with companies promising refunds for ineffective treatments while knowing that natural growth would occur regardless [18][20] - Investigations revealed that these companies often mislead parents about the effectiveness of their services, with some even claiming to provide growth solutions for adults [22] Group 4 - The private marketing sector has been criticized for exploiting elderly consumers, with actors posing as medical experts in promotional videos [23][25] - A specific product, marketed as a cure for various serious health conditions, was found to be falsely advertised at a price significantly higher than its actual market value [25][26] Group 5 - Electric bike rental companies, including major brands, were found to be violating national safety regulations by offering bikes that exceed speed limits [34][36] - Investigations showed that some rental bikes could reach speeds of up to 80 km/h, far exceeding the legal limit of 25 km/h [38][39] - Companies involved have faced scrutiny and penalties for their non-compliance with safety standards [41][42] Group 6 - A scheme involving stock recommendation services was exposed as a scam, where companies promised profit-sharing but often left investors with losses [54][56] - One company, established only six months prior, was found to be operating without any financial qualifications, misleading clients into investing in stocks [61][62]

Group 1 - The 2026 CCTV "3.15" Gala focuses on consumer rights, highlighting issues in food safety, public safety, financial security, and advertising markets, exposing illegal activities that harm consumer interests [2] - The brand "Guai Xifu," linked to Chongqing Zengqiao Food Co., Ltd., was called out for bleaching chicken feet, with the company's response being dismissive and uninformative [2] Group 2 - A consumer trap survey initiated by Phoenix Finance covers 11 core consumption areas, including finance, automotive, medical beauty, internet, digital products, and dining, aiming to address various consumer issues [3] - The survey encourages consumers to vote on their experiences with unfair consumption practices, promoting public oversight of unscrupulous businesses [4]