In a development that should surprise no one, users who moved to other PRC apps found their speech being restricted and their feeds conforming with Chinese Communist Party guidance.
Censorship Creeps Up on “TikTok Refugees” Fleeing to Chinese App Xiaohongshu
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Escaping the pan into the fire, the so-called ‘TikTok refugees’ quickly discover that their freedom of speech is further suppressed under the heavy hand of the CCP on platforms like Xiaohongshu. This serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by Communist ideologies infiltrating digital spaces, intensifying concerns over privacy, freedom, and national security.
From Hoover.org
Jan-29
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As global social media landscapes shift, individuals seeking alternative platforms like Xiaohongshu encounter systemic barriers that reflect broader issues of online governance and freedom of expression. This pattern underscores the need for a reevaluation of how digital spaces can truly foster diverse viewpoints without succumbing to overarching control mechanisms.
From Hoover.org