On the evening of September 8, Xiaomi Group circulated an internal email within the company, officially announcing the termination of Wang Teng, who was an employee in the China Marketing Department. Shortly after, Wang Teng took to social media to issue an apology.

According to the email, the grounds for Wang Teng's dismissal stem from serious breaches of conduct. These include leaking confidential company information and engaging in conflicts of interest. Wang Teng, a well - known figure nurtured by Xiaomi, boasts millions of followers. Some executives from rival mobile phone manufacturers speculate that he will face little difficulty in securing new employment opportunities.

This is not Wang Teng's inaugural foray into leaking information. He had previously engaged in similar conduct but escaped with relatively mild repercussions. His dismissal this time around has attracted widespread public attention.

Legal experts have weighed in on the matter, highlighting the clear - cut difference between marketing hype and the unauthorized disclosure of confidential information. The key determinant in such cases is the economic or commercial losses incurred as a result of the leak.

Online rumors have been swirling, suggesting that the leaked content from Wang Teng pertains to upcoming products and Xiaomi's self - developed chips. However, Wang Teng has vehemently denied any involvement in stealing or selling confidential information. Regarding the specifics of the alleged conflict of interest, Xiaomi has remained tight - lipped and has not provided any response.