On September 1, Baidu Map addressed reports from internet users concerning hidden pop-up ads appearing on its taxi-hailing interface. The company responded by stating that the provided screenshots did not accurately reflect the current online experience. Baidu Map clarified that there is a prominently displayed close button on their taxi-hailing interface, enabling users to manually dismiss pop-up ads at any time. Furthermore, once dismissed, these ads will not reappear on the same day.
