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...

The Chaos of Live Streaming: Who is "Running Naked" for Online Live Streaming Under the Temptation of Money?In this age of information explosion, the internet is like an unstoppable torrent, bringing all kinds of new things with it. Online live streaming, with its unique charm and interactivity, has quickly become a new darling of mass entertainment...

500 People in a Yunnan Mountain Village "Exploit" Online Loans, Only to Be Fleeced Themselves: Who Won This Capital Game?The internet wave of the 21st century has swept across the globe, and the financial sector has also embraced new development models online lending. This convenient and efficient form of lending has quickly attracted the attention of countless individuals, especially young people...

Consumer Traps: Takeaway Packaging Fees, TV Subscription Traps, Parking Charges - Who's in Charge?Takeaway platforms are undoubtedly one of the worst offenders when it comes to unreasonable charges. As people's lives become increasingly fast-paced, many are exhausted by the end of the workday and just want to relax...

"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...

The Trust Crisis in Online Shopping: Who Moved the "Dear" Address?Online shopping has become an indispensable part of our lives. Whether it's daily necessities or electronic products, we are all used to "one-click ordering" online...

2024 Huawei Whole-House Intelligence Design Competition: Where Technology Meets Aesthetics for a Smart and Beautiful LifeWith the continuous development of the Internet of Things and artificial intelligence technology, space intelligence is accelerating, bringing unprecedented convenience and comfort to people's lives. To better integrate smart home technology with space design, help designers better grasp the development trend of space intelligence, and bring smarter and better living experiences to consumers, Huawei Whole-House Intelligence, together with Guangzhou Design Week, has jointly launched the "2024 Huawei Whole-House Intelligence Design Competition"...

32-Year-Old Shop Owner Dies by Suicide: Who Will Save Brick-and-Mortar Businesses?On July 12th, a tragedy unfolded at the Fuchun Road Comprehensive Market in Chengdu. The owner of a shop was found hanging from his own sign, his lifeless feet dangling beneath the rolled-up storefront door...

"Radish Express": Who's Playing the Big Game Behind Cheap Rides? Suddenly appearing on the streets of Wuhan, "Radish Express" - an autonomous taxi service - operates without drivers, yet offers prices that are jaw-droppingly low. Some boast of journeys covering 10 kilometers for less than 4 yuan, cheaper even than public transportation...

The Hupan University Controversy: A Game of Capital and Education, Who Pays for the Future?Hupan University, a private educational institution founded by Jack Ma that brings together China's top entrepreneurs, has attracted countless eyes and sparked much controversy. It is hailed as the "West Point of China's Business World," but it has also been criticized for its elitist and closed-door operation model, and the potential risks behind its capital operation, ultimately leading to its closure by regulators...

A Comprehensive Comparison of Domestic Mobile Phone System Purity: Who is Truly "Minimalist"?The mobile phone system serves as the bridge between users and hardware, and its experience directly impacts user satisfaction. In recent years, domestic mobile phone manufacturers have been continuously exploring and optimizing system functions and pre-installed applications...

The Barber Shop Closure Wave: Whose Fault?From bustling street-side shops to luxurious influencer-approved salons, barber shops were once an indispensable part of life. However, in recent years, a strong wave of closures has swept through the barbering industry, and the once ubiquitous village barbershop is becoming increasingly scarce...