More and more restrictions are introducedIn China, new rules have been introduced that prohibit minors under the age of 16 from watching streams, or live broadcasts, after 22:00.Discuss
In addition, online streaming platforms have been ordered to ban minors from paying donations to streamers. In China, one common practice is to buy virtual gifts for streamers that can be exchanged for cash.
Chinese authorities claim donations to streamers have “caused serious physical and mental damage” to minors.
CNBC notes that the streaming market in China has been booming so far. Especially activity increased during the pandemic. The new bans dealt a blow to the fast-growing industry.
China has previously restricted the amount of time minors can spend playing online games. Children and teenagers can only play three hours a week.