On August 30, 2021, the Chinese Academy of History published a lengthy article publicly naming Gao Xiaosom, systematically cataloging his remarks on Chiang Kai-shek, the Xi'an Incident, the Yasukuni Shrine, and other topics, and classifying them as "historical nihilism"; around the same time, programs such as Xiaosom's Talk could not be searched normally on some platforms.
The Cyberspace Administration of China has launched a special rectification targeting financial information, identifying activities such as distorting interpretations of financial policies and macro data, or maliciously betting against financial markets, as targets for governance, covering financial self-media accounts and information platforms.
On August 26, 2021, Zhao Wei's works were suddenly taken down by major video platforms in mainland China, her Weibo super topic was banned, her name was removed from cast lists, and related entries on Baidu Baike were deleted or altered.
China introduced a policy prohibiting public schools from cooperating with private schools in running schools, and as a result Hengshui No. 2 High School's cooperation with the relevant private schools has come to an end.
Voice of the Strait published a post stating that Taiwanese people live in a different environment, so their everyday vocabulary cannot be required to be identical to that of mainland China, and said that Little S's use of the term "national player" is perfectly normal in Taiwan.
During the Tokyo Olympics, Dee Hsu (Xiao S) was attacked by netizens and labeled as a supporter of Taiwan independence after referring to Taiwanese athletes as 'national athletes.' Four Chinese brands announced the termination of their endorsement contracts with her within a single day.
In late August 2021, media reported that Gao Xiaosong had left Alibaba; Alibaba Digital Media and Entertainment Group only responded that it was unclear, and no reason was announced.