Free Game Strategy Pays Off! Epic Games Founder: Lower Costs and Developer IncentivesIn a recent media interview, Tim Sweeney, founder and CEO of Epic Games, revealed that the company's long-standing strategy of giving away free games, known as "giveaways," has been a resounding success. Since its launch in late 2018, the Epic Games Store has attracted a large number of Steam users to install its game launcher by offering a plethora of free games, including titles like Grand Theft Auto 5 and Civilization 6...

"Jiaolong" Completes 300th Deep Dive, Academician Zhou Guangzhao Passes Away, Highlights in Technological Innovation and Social DevelopmentThe "Jiaolong" manned submersible has successfully completed its 300th deep dive mission, marking a significant advancement in China's deep-sea technological innovation capabilities. Each dive represents a journey into the mysteries of the deep ocean, and each success deepens our understanding of marine science...

Are Chinese Consumers Overprotected?Overall, consumer protection in China is not excessive, but rather still insufficient."Returnless refund" has recently become a hot topic on social media...

2024 Big Data Expo Focuses on Data Element Empowerment, Data Security Industry Development, and Coordinated Development of Urban Digitalization and GreeningThe 2024 China International Big Data Industry Expo (Big Data Expo) will be held in Guiyang, Guizhou Province from August 28 to 30, hosted by the National Data Administration and co-organized by the People's Government of Guizhou Province. This year's Expo, themed "Data Element Empowerment to Foster Ecosystems, Digital Intelligence Driving High-Quality Development," will feature a series of engaging industry exchange events aimed at promoting market-oriented allocation of data elements, fostering the development of the data security industry, and exploring the path of coordinated development of urban digitalization and greening...

Guiyang Big Data Exchange: New Chapter of the Data Element MarketUnder the leadership of the "Three-Year Action Plan (2024-2026) on Data Elements ", Guiyang Big Data Exchange actively plays the multiplier effect of data elements to empower economic and social development. As the first data circulation and trading venue in China, it explores data market cultivation with innovation as the driving force, focusing on the transformation and value creation of data resources assets, and strives to build a data elements market system...

From Durable "Antique" to Short-Lived "Fast-Moving Consumer Goods": The Evolution of Electric FansWhen it comes to electric fans from the 1980s, many people are amazed by their incredible durability. Many of them were able to function for 20 to 30 years...

JD Logistics' Employee 001 Retires: Did Liu Qiangdong's Housing Promise Come True?On January 11, 2024, the retirement of JD Logistics Employee 001 topped the trending topics list, sparking discussions among netizens. This employee, named Jin Yicai, joined the company at the beginning of JD Logistics' establishment and dedicated nearly 15 years to his work...

Hidden Spy Cameras in Hotels? How to Identify and Protect Yourself?Have you ever thought about the possibility of being secretly filmed while staying at a hotel? In recent years, criminals have been increasingly using pinhole cameras to secretly record guests in hotels, posing a significant security threat. These miniature cameras are highly concealed and difficult to detect, potentially hiding in any corner, exposing your private actions without your knowledge...

Cable TV Upgrade Turns Mandatory: Chaos in Digital Set-top Box Fees, Who Will Speak for Consumers?On July 23rd, I received a reminder call from the cable company informing me that my annual fee would expire on the 28th, so I topped up my account online with 300 yuan. The next day, however, my cable TV suddenly went out...

Apollo 11 Moon Landing 55th Anniversary: Why Did the Comments Section Turn into a "Massive Skepticism Contest"?Recently, NASA posted on social media to commemorate the 55th anniversary of the Apollo moon landing, intending to celebrate this monumental achievement in human history. However, the comments section unexpectedly transformed into a battleground for a "massive skepticism contest," with numerous questioning the veracity of the moon landing, sparking global discussion...

Summer Blockbuster Season 2024 Breaks 100 Billion Yuan, "National Tide" Sweeps the Screens, Film Consumption Vouchers Fuel Moviegoing FrenzyThe 2024 summer film season has come to a close, and this grand celebration in the Chinese film market has delivered a dazzling report card. Data from Lighthouse Professional Edition shows that, as of 11:25 PM on August 17th, the total box office for the 2024 summer season (June-August), including presales, has exceeded 100 billion yuan...

"Three Don'ts" of Air Conditioner Installation at Home: Have you fallen victim?As technology progresses, air conditioners have become indispensable appliances in modern homes. However, many people find that their home air conditioners don't provide the expected comfort but instead bring about some inconveniences...