Misinformation
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Blogger Ordered to Pay 300,000 Yuan for False Accusations Against Honor; Executive Responds: We Will Not Tolerate Smear Campaigns
A social media influencer was ordered to pay RMB 300,000 (approximately $42,000 USD) to a smartphone manufacturer for defamation, a ruling upheld on appeal. The case involved unsubstantiated claims, forcing the influencer to retract statements, apologize publicly, and remove defamatory content. The manufacturer emphasized constructive criticism while warning against disparagement, highlighting the legal risks of spreading misinformation in the tech industry.
