China begins identifying platforms with significant reach, influence among minors
By MLex Staff ( October 20, 2026, 07:46 GMT | Insight) -- China’s internet regulator has launched a process to identify platforms with large numbers of underage users or significant influence on minors, advancing efforts to strengthen child protection and platform accountability. The Cyberspace Administration of China issued a notice on Oct. 16 requiring qualifying platform operators to assess their influence on minors and submit applications within 20 working days of publication.China’s internet regulator has launched a process to identify platforms with large numbers of underage users or significant influence on minors, advancing efforts to strengthen child protection and platform accountability....
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