50 Cent Party; 50 Cent Army
Refers to Internet commentators allegedly paid by the Chinese government to post pro-government comments and manipulate public opinion. The name comes from the rumored payment of 50 cents (5 mao) per post.
The 50 Cent Party refers to commenters allegedly hired by the Chinese government to manipulate online public opinion.
Posts suspected to be from the 50 Cent Party are increasing on social media.