China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC) Released the 55th Statistical Report on the Development of China's Internet NetworkOn January 17, 2024, the China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC) released the 55th Statistical Report on the Development of China's Internet Network (hereinafter referred to as the "Report"). This report comprehensively showcases the booming development of China's internet in 2024...

Global Smartphone Market Rebounds Strongly in 2024: Samsung Leads the Charge, GenAI Poised for Future DominanceAfter consecutive declines in 2022 and 2023, the global smartphone market experienced a significant rebound in 2024. Preliminary data from Counterpoint Research's monthly sales reports indicates a 4% year-over-year growth in global smartphone shipments...

Li Ziqi Appointed Ambassador for Douyin's "Hundred Young Intangible Cultural Heritage Plan" to Revitalize Heritage TransmissionOn January 16, 2024, the "A Glimpse of Millennia 2025 Douyin Splendid Heritage Gala" was grandly held in Beijing. Highly anticipated food blogger Li Ziqi, after a three-year hiatus, made a stunning appearance two months after her return to Douyin, serving as the ambassador for Douyin's "Hundred Young Intangible Cultural Heritage Plan...

Google's Reign as Search Engine King Faces Unprecedented Challenge: Market Share Dips Below 90% for Three Consecutive MonthsGoogle, the long-time undisputed leader in the search engine market, saw its market share fall below 90% for three consecutive months in the final quarter of 2024 (October, November, and December), registering 89.34%, 89...

Douyin Partners with CCTV Spring Festival Gala for "Laughing Through the Chinese New Year" CelebrationDouyin and the 2025 CCTV Spring Festival Gala (hereinafter referred to as the Spring Festival Gala) have joined forces to deliver a spectacular audio-visual feast to audiences nationwide. On January 15th, Douyin announced its collaboration with China Media Group (CMG), offering users a diverse Spring Festival Gala viewing experience...

Palo Alto Networks' Predictions and Strategies for the Top 5 Cybersecurity Trends in Asia Pacific in 2025The rise of digital transformation and hybrid work models has created unprecedented cybersecurity challenges. Palo Alto Networks recently released its predictions for the top five cybersecurity trends in the Asia Pacific region for 2025, highlighting five major challenges facing network professionals in the next twelve months...

Xiaomi's Surge OS Release Efficiency Significantly Improves: Monthly Updates Become the Norm, 60-Day No-Update Guarantee for Direct Feedback...

Pinduoduo E-commerce Platform: An Engine for Inclusive Employment and High-Quality DevelopmentIn recent years, e-commerce platforms have flourished, their "inclusive" employment ecosystem providing job opportunities for tens of millions, particularly benefiting vulnerable groups. The Chinese Academy of Social Sciences University's report, "Research Report on High-Quality Development of E-commerce Ecosystem and Employment Promotion," delves into the job creation capacity of the internet platform economy, using Pinduoduo as a case study to detail its contribution to the job market...

Microsoft Launches CoreAIPlatform and Tools, a New AI Engineering Department to Accelerate R&D and ApplicationOn January 13th, Microsoft announced the formation of CoreAIPlatform and Tools, a new AI engineering department. This significant strategic move underscores Microsoft's commitment to strengthening its AI capabilities and accelerating the research, development, and deployment of AI technologies...

Fortnite Teams Up with Hatsune Miku: New Skins Spark Heated DebateOn January 14th, game developer Epic Games announced the addition of globally renowned virtual idol Hatsune Miku to its popular game, Fortnite. The news sent ripples through the gaming community, with two new Hatsune Miku-themed skins launching immediately...

Ruichang Pictures Acquires 30% Stake in QQ XUANWU Game Operator for RMB 825 MillionOn January 13, 2025, Ruichang Pictures (00136.HK) announced in a press release that it had signed a share transfer agreement with a subsidiary of Tencent Holdings to acquire a 30% stake in Beijing Yonghang Technology Co...

Douyin's 2024 Crackdown on Online Malicious Activities: AI-Powered Protection for User SafetyIn 2024, Douyin significantly intensified its efforts to combat online malicious activities. By upgrading its AI large language model (LLM) technology, iterating risk control strategies, and optimizing its reporting mechanisms, the platform effectively enhanced its ability to identify and manage these activities...