Giraffes Might Be the Next Banned Thing on China's Social Media
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Giraffes might be the next thing banned on China's social media. A US Embassy post about giraffes became a gathering place for online dissent in China, with comments complaining about China's economy. China's blue-chip index, the CSI 300, has been tumbling amid weakening confidence in consumer spending. Weibo's heavy moderation and censorship often mean Chinese users rely on sarcasm and veiled references to express their discontent. Winnie the Pooh and Peppa Pig have been banned from social media in China. Plain old giraffes haven't been outright banned from Weibo, but some giraffe-related hashtags have been blocked. Several posts discussing the giraffe censorship remain on the platform.

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https://www.businessinsider.com/giraffes-might-be-next-banned-thing-on-china-social-media-2024-2