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China's TikTok users face punishment under points system

Authorities in Beijing have introduced a rating system for China's version of TikTok, Douyin, that will penalize users who stream content deemed by censors to violate a strict moral code. Douyin has introduced a rating system for live streamers as part of Beijing's ongoing efforts to enhance control over the internet.

The 6-tiered rating system, officially called "health points" in China, came into effect this month after being piloted for nearly half a year. On the first day of the system rollout, nearly 5,000 live streamers faced punishment and restrictions on access to certain app functions.

The system is set up to "draw red lines and bottom lines" for the fast-growing live streaming industry. Douyin also launched a "teenage mode" in 2021 that limits the amount of time users under the age of 14 spend on the app to 40 minutes per day.

How does the rating system work?

According to the latest rules, all streamers will start with a preset 100 points. Those considered top or professional streamers are allotted 120 points.

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