China now requires influencers to be qualified before giving professional advice
This new Law means influencers must be verified before talking about professional topics Katlego Sekhu Image: https://www.freepik.com/free-photo/medium-shot-woman-using-smartphone-outdoors_64646694.htm#fromView=search&page=1&position=8&uuid=bd7540a3-a6ff-463d-bbcf-b964b541e5d8&query=influencers China has introduced new regulations, effective from 25 October 2025, requiring social media influencers to hold official qualifications before discussing certain professional topics. Under the new rules, creators producing content on regulated subjects such as medicine, law, education, and finance must present recognised degrees, licences, or certifications as proof of expertise. Platforms including […]