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ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

CapCut, a video editing and graphic design platform by ByteDance, empowers creators with intuitive tools and templates to craft engaging and shareable content.

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China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

Explore East Asia’s thriving tech hubs, global electronics producers, and fast-evolving digital platforms shaping cross-border innovation.

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Lemon8, a lifestyle content platform, blends social media and e-commerce, connecting users with trends in fashion, beauty, and wellness.

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Netflix streams films, TV series, and documentaries, revolutionizing how audiences consume on-demand entertainment worldwide.

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Ultra-short episodes and wacky plots help series flourish on social media.

China's minidrama producers set their sights on challenging Netflix

China&#8217;s minidrama producers set their sights on challenging Netflix

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McDonald's wants to boost its presence in China from 6,000 to 10,000 stores by 2028, but faces competition from another global fast food chain with a broader footprint.

After 33 years, McDonald’s is finally accelerating its expansion in China

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The exec will join Carl Pei’s team as chief brand officer in January 2026.

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The firm’s valuation appears stretched, with investor enthusiasm outpacing its underlying financials.

Moore Threads makes record IPO debut as China’s AI chip fever rages on

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What hovers over new frontiers? Explore drone logistics, aerial data collection, and surveillance tools shaping multiple industries.

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The drone separates navigation from camera perspective, combining panoramic capture, first-person view, and motion-based control in one system.

Insta360’s Antigravity debuts A1 drone with 360-degree view and motion control

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