Hidden camera scandal in Chinese hotels: Live streaming of couples in private moments

A BBC investigation has uncovered an extensive illegal network that records unsuspecting hotel guests in China using hidden cameras. These recordings are often broadcast live on pornographic platforms via websites and apps advertised through Telegram. Despite the Chinese government introducing stricter regulations and regular checks in April 2023, the illicit industry continues to thrive and expand. The investigation details the story of a couple who discovered a video of their stay in a Shenzhen hotel posted online. A key individual known as 'AKA' was found to be earning significant sums by selling subscriptions to these private livestreams. Organizations highlight the difficulty of removing such content permanently, especially since platforms like Telegram rarely cooperate with deletion requests.