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China cracks down on viral traffic stunts disrupting public life

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Chinese authorities are cracking down on content creators and fan groups whose pursuit of online traffic is disrupting daily life and public services. This action follows an incident where a couple's home was overwhelmed by visitors and live streamers after videos of gourds growing on their balcony went viral, drawing comparisons to the animated series "Calabash Brothers." The couple eventually cut down the gourds due to the disruption. AI

RANK_REASON Article discusses a policy response to online behavior, but does not announce a new policy or regulatory action.

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China cracks down on viral traffic stunts disrupting public life

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Meredith Chen ·

    China targets ‘toxic’ traffic as viral sensations upend daily life and public services

    Authorities in China are taking content creators, fan groups and online platforms to task as their aggressive pursuit of online traffic upends lives and public services across the country. State media and local authorities have called on these parties to exercise restraint and st…

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