china

China, officially the People's Republic of China, is a country in East Asia and the world's most populous country, with a population of around 1.404 billion in 2017. Covering approximately 9,600,000 square kilometers, it is the third or fourth largest country by total area.

China Launching State-Owned Ride-Hailing App, Easing Tech Crackdown 

China Launching State-Owned Ride-Hailing App, Easing Tech Crackdown 
China Launching State-Owned Ride-Hailing App, Easing Tech Crackdown 
January 18, 2023  |  Ridesharing

China is reportedly launching a state-owned ride-hailing app. The launch of Strong Nation Transport signals that China aims to be involved in the tech industry...

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Burberry and Richemont Look to Reopened China After 25% Sales Drop
Burberry and Richemont Look to Reopened China After 25% Sales Drop
January 18, 2023  |  Retail

After a COVID-inspired sales drop, luxury brands Burberry and Richemont see hope in China’s reopening. The country last week lifted some of its pandemic restrictions,...

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People’s Bank of China Enables Offline Payments with Digital Yuan
People’s Bank of China Enables Offline Payments with Digital Yuan
January 16, 2023  |  CBDC

The People’s Bank of China has reportedly enabled Android users to make offline payments using digital yuan. With a new function added to the bank’s...

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Flush With Cash, Chinese Tourists Will Boost Spending in Fashion Capitals
Flush With Cash, Chinese Tourists Will Boost Spending in Fashion Capitals
January 09, 2023  |  Retail

Chinese tourists’ “revenge travel” will benefit high-end brands housed in the luxury capitals of the world. Call it, perhaps, a wave of “destination spending” that...

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Alipay+ Promotes Contactless Travel as China Reopens
Alipay+ Promotes Contactless Travel as China Reopens
January 09, 2023  |  Travel Payments

Alipay+ is offering travelers from Hong Kong an easier way to visit mainland China. The Chinese online and mobile payments company, owned by tech giant...

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Ant Group’s Jack Ma Cedes Control as China Pressures Big Tech
Ant Group’s Jack Ma Cedes Control as China Pressures Big Tech
January 08, 2023  |  Personnel

Ant Group’s founder is set to give up control of the Chinese FinTech. Billionaire Jack Ma will no longer hold majority voting rights in the...

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China OKs Ant Group Consumer Finance Expansion
China OKs Ant Group Consumer Finance Expansion
January 04, 2023  |  Cross-border Payments

Ant Group’s consumer finance arm is set to more than double in size. Last week saw the China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission approve an...

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Apple’s Value Drops From $3T to Under $2T in Year
Apple’s Value Drops From $3T to Under $2T in Year
January 03, 2023  |  Mobile Commerce

Apple’s market capitalization dropped below $2 trillion a year after hitting $3 trillion. Reuters reported Tuesday (Jan. 3) that the company’s stock slipped 4% on...

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