As published in the state media outlet’s new commentary, the Chinese internet channels are required to crack down on the spread of misinformation as well as rumors. It also seeks companies to secure their different fields of responsibility. The comments come during open-ended regulatory tightening regulations on the prominent technology companies. Zhang Tianpei, the author of this piece, indicated that curbing online rumors is very important amid the current market situation. As the global pandemic persists, “Internet rumors are even more harmful, and must be attacked strictly in accordance with the law, in order to ensure the healthy operation of...