However, this time, the OEM is attracting attention because of its firm stance against online defamation and misinformation.

The company sued 37 influencers and put another 126 on a watch list for disseminating what it deems as damaging content.

BYD will not tolerate defamatory content or false allegations. The company will persist in pursuing legal action.

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Novel legal ... these actions. It is also important to know that risks vary among jurisdictions. For example, Australia has plaintiff-friendly defamation laws that can work against influencers.