The International Circulation of China's Second-hand Goods: Challenges and Opportunities Coexist, Constructing a New Pattern of Green and Sustainable DevelopmentWith the increasing global emphasis on green economy and sustainable development, the international circulation of second-hand goods is becoming a crucial engine for driving the development of the global circular economy. China, with its vast second-hand goods market, excellent product quality, and increasingly improved industry standards, is making its mark on the international stage and has won the favor of many overseas consumers...

SpaceX's eighth Starship test flight aborted: 40-second countdown halted, reason unknownOn March 4th, SpaceX aborted the eighth test flight of its Starship vehicle in Texas just 40 seconds before launch. The decision was announced via SpaceX's live stream, but no specific reason for the scrub was given...

Alibaba Cloud Launches Second Data Center in Thailand, Boosting Digital TransformationOn February 13th, Alibaba Cloud announced the official launch of its second data center in Thailand. This significantly enhances Alibaba Cloud's cloud computing capabilities in the country, providing stronger computing resources and technical support for local Thai businesses, Chinese companies expanding into Thailand, and local developers...

OpenAI's groundbreaking Sora video generation model: 20-second videos, multiple variations, ushering in a new era of AI video creationOn December 10th, OpenAI officially launched its highly anticipated video generation model, Sora, making it available to users. A mere ten months after its initial preview, this rapid launch marks a significant milestone in the AI video generation field...

TCL Showcases Global Supply Chain Strength at the Second China International Supply Chain Promotion ExpoThe second China International Supply Chain Promotion Expo, themed "Connecting the World, Creating the Future," opened grandly in Beijing on November 26th. TCL Group, showcasing its two main entities, TCL Industrial Holdings and TCL Technology, highlighted its leading position and innovative achievements in building a pan-semiconductor supply chain, leveraging its three core industries: smart terminals, semiconductor display, and new energy photovoltaic...

The "Yellow" Trap of Second-hand Platforms: From "Original Flavor" to Used Air Conditioners, Who Is Pushing the Legal Boundaries?In recent years, the prevalence of second-hand platforms has provided people with the convenience of making the most of things. However, it has also spawned some gray industries that use the platform for veiled transactions, even touching upon the legal red line...

My 18-year-old Set-Top Box Got a Second Life, 60+ Channels Free, Are You Tempted?I have cable TV installed in my old house, which I've lived in for 20-30 years. It started with analog TV, but around 2007, it was upgraded to digital...

Zhuanzhuan Acquires Hongbuling, Joining Forces to Create a New Landscape in the Second-hand MarketOn September 23, Zhuanzhuan and Hongbuling jointly announced the completion of a full acquisition agreement. The two companies will deeply integrate resources and jointly promote the further development of the second-hand luxury and fashion goods markets...

iPhone 16 Meets Cold Reception, Huawei Mate XT "Sold Out in Seconds"? Phone Market in Flux!Today marks the official release of the iPhone 16, but the usual bustling crowds in Hong Kong were absent. In stark contrast, the Huawei Mate XT Extraordinary Master, launched on the same day, saw a "sold out in seconds" phenomenon, sparking heated discussions among netizens...

Xianyu Launches "Student Fish" Feature, Creating a New Platform for Campus Secondhand TradingXianyu, a secondhand trading platform, has officially launched its new "Student Fish" feature, bringing campus flea markets nationwide online. It features dedicated sections for hot topics, interest exchanges and group buying...

C919 Second Final Assembly Plant in Shanghai: Lingang New Area Embraces Ambitious Goals for Domestic Large AircraftThe C919, a domestically developed large aircraft, has been leading the development of China's aviation industry in recent years. The final location of its second assembly plant has become a focal point of public attention...

"Overnight stay available, XX minutes riding": Second-hand platforms become breeding grounds for sexual exploitation, who will protect the online realm?"Overnight stay available, XX minutes riding" - this jarring phrase, appearing in the product description of an online second-hand trading platform, is like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, instantly creating ripples. Why has this platform, which was meant to be a place for exchanging used items and promoting circular economy, become a breeding ground for sexual exploitation? What societal issues and human failings lie behind this incident?From "flea market" to "grey area": the challenge of regulating online platformsIn the internet age, second-hand trading platforms have emerged, offering a convenient channel for the distribution of goods...