India, Feb. 4 -- Chinese authorities are investigating social media influencer Zhou Yuan, who reportedly earned millions teaching women strategies to attract men, after ordering her to halt all operations over concerns about social values.

On January 30, market regulators in Changsha announced the formation of a joint task force with public security and cultural authorities to probe Zhou, described by media as a self-styled "sexual intelligence" instructor. Her viral courses have sparked heated debate over empowerment, sexuality, and the objectification of women, according to a report in The Standard.

Zhou, in her 40s and a former banking professional, founded a private training business focused on what she calls "sexual intelligence." ...