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Social media algorithmic and branding evolution

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Instagram and TikTok utility for digital branding

TikTok has significantly altered the social media landscape by transitioning from a ‘Social Graph’ model to an ‘Interest Graph’ model. This shift, driven by the ‘For You’ page, prioritizes user interests over established

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AI integration and regulation in East Asian short drama

7 clusters · 23 sources · last updated

Latest: AI short drama market in China projected to reach 40 billion yuan by 2026

The integration of artificial intelligence into the short-form drama industries in Taiwan and China has accelerated, creating AI-driven entertainment ecosystems. In Taiwan, Jujang Co., Ltd. is developing an AI IP ecosyst

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Popularity of actor Xing Bachen and ‘Bright Spring’

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Latest: Xing Bachen leads success of Chinese drama ‘Bright Spring’

Chinese actor Xing Bachen has seen a surge in popularity following his role as Loan Niệm in the drama ‘Bright Spring’. His performance has led to high rankings on entertainment charts such as Weibo and Vlinkage, while pu

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China influencer and MCN agency regulation

2 clusters · 14 sources · last updated

Latest: China beauty brands reduce influencer marketing amid new regulations

China has implemented new regulations targeting Multi-Channel Network (MCN) agencies, the intermediaries managing influencers on platforms like Douyin and Bilibili. Led by the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), th

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China social media parenting controversy

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: China social media debates parenting after supermarket video

A video circulating on Chinese social media has sparked intense debate regarding parenting and public responsibility. The footage shows an 11-year-old boy acting disruptively in a supermarket, including walking barefoot

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China rental economy and consumer behavior shifts

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated

Latest: Japan and China youth embrace shared ownership and rental trends

The rental economy in China is undergoing a significant transformation as young consumers increasingly prioritize usage over ownership. In major urban centers like Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou, the number o

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Chinese social media child exploitation controversy

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated

Latest: China: Parents stage distressing pranks on children for social media views

Controversy has emerged on Chinese short-video platforms regarding parents who stage distressing or dangerous situations involving their children to increase social media engagement. In one specific case, the parents of

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