Consumer and technological trends in China
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Consumer and technological trends in China
Of course technology plays a key role in the world’s (expected) largest consumer market!
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May 11, 2019 3:07 AM
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China’s consumer spending surges over extended Labour Day holiday

China’s consumer spending surges over extended Labour Day holiday | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Tourism revenue up 16.1 per cent at US$17.5 billion as traveller numbers rise 13.7 per cent ..."

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May 10, 2019 1:41 PM
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How the rise of the pre-owned watch in China is disrupting the watch industry

How the rise of the pre-owned watch in China is disrupting the watch industry | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Pre-owned watches have become a reasonable alternative and an inconspicuous choice compared to splashy new models for Chinese younger generation ..."

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April 19, 2019 6:01 AM
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'Sharenting' on Chinese social media: When parents are posting too many baby pics on WeChat | What's on Weibo

'Sharenting' on Chinese social media: When parents are posting too many baby pics on WeChat | What's on Weibo | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"'Shaiwa' is the Chinese term for 'Sharenting' - when does sharing baby pictures on social media become too much? ..."

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April 9, 2019 2:45 PM
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The commercial opportunity of gender fluidity

The commercial opportunity of gender fluidity | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"There's a growing desire among brands and consumers for products that aren't just for men or women -- it's a way to break traditional gender roles in China ..."

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April 2, 2019 12:10 AM
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Apps found using data to ‘peep’ into Chinese consumers’ personal lives: study - Global Times

Apps found using data to ‘peep’ into Chinese consumers’ personal lives: study - Global Times | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Apps including Alibaba-backed food-ordering platform ele.me and US-based travel site TripAdvisor are accessing sensitive private information that’s not related to their functions, and this enables them to “peep into users’ lives and acquire users’ private information,” according to recent test..."

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March 23, 2019 9:17 AM
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Prada’s problems in China are deeper than the economic slowdown 

Prada’s problems in China are deeper than the economic slowdown  | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"China's economic slowdown has hit Prada, but the brand faces more problems with Chinese consumers, including a decline of desirability and quality concerns ..."

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March 18, 2019 12:27 AM
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China proposes luxury tax increase to rein in Millennial debt1

China proposes luxury tax increase to rein in Millennial debt1 | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"China seeks to increase the luxury goods tax rate to curb Millennials' irrational spending on luxury brands and bring back a culture of frugality ..."

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March 13, 2019 4:14 AM
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Swarovski caters to digital-savvy Chinese consumers with omni-channel experience1

Swarovski caters to digital-savvy Chinese consumers with omni-channel experience1 | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"The Austrian crystal producer Swarovski took its new AR store concept to Chengdu, hoping to attract Chinese consumers who make up its biggest market ..."

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March 10, 2019 11:07 AM
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The Women’s Day celebrations - or lack thereof - from luxury brands in China 

The Women’s Day celebrations - or lack thereof - from luxury brands in China  | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Women’s Day receives much less attention from luxury fashion brands in China. Here's a roundup of five brands that are smartly celebrating it in 2019 ..."

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March 2, 2019 10:57 AM
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China’s virtual idols meet their fans at the intersection of entertainment and technology

China’s virtual idols meet their fans at the intersection of entertainment and technology | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"China’s most popular holographic singer has blazed the trail for second generation of virtual idols based on anime and games – now technology lets fans create their own..."

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February 20, 2019 4:13 AM
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Chinese fans bid farewell to Karl Lagerfeld by showing off their Chanel collections 

Chinese fans bid farewell to Karl Lagerfeld by showing off their Chanel collections  | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"As news of Lagerfeld's passing broke last night, China’s social media platforms have seen an influx of posts mourning the fashion industry's huge loss ..."

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February 11, 2019 10:39 AM
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How Maybelline got the Chinese New Year right

How Maybelline got the Chinese New Year right | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"While most brands are incorporating zodiac animal in their Chinese New Year designs, Maybelline got influencers excited about its makeup with a mahjong set ..."

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February 2, 2019 11:11 AM
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$50 for a Rimowa look-a-like: Innovation or infringement? | Global Currents | BoF 

$50 for a Rimowa look-a-like: Innovation or infringement? | Global Currents | BoF  | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"A new wave of platforms are using low prices, minimalist storefronts and, allegedly, the manufacturers of genuine luxury goods to sell unbranded products to China’s value-hungry consumers ..."

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May 11, 2019 2:37 AM
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Could WeChat livestream be a shortcut for brands to sell?

Could WeChat livestream be a shortcut for brands to sell? | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Tencent opened up livestreaming on WeChat in early March, and has seen impressive sales results, we discuss the pros and cons for luxury brands to enter ..."

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April 28, 2019 11:27 AM
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Brands shouldn’t ignore the influence of Instagram in China

"When it comes to marketing to Chinese luxury consumers, could Instagram influencers give Weibo KOLs a run for their money? ..."

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April 15, 2019 9:32 AM
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Jungkook 2019: How BTS star broke social media with one photo

Jungkook 2019: How BTS star broke social media with one photo | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"BTS is undoubtedly one of the most popular music bands in the world and a recent Tweet by one of its members proves just how astronomical the scope of the group’s fame is ..."

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April 6, 2019 9:49 AM
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Buyer beware: Chinese shoppers’ weapon to dodge cheap knock-offs

Buyer beware: Chinese shoppers’ weapon to dodge cheap knock-offs | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"New digital services add a layer of reassurance for China’s counterfeit-conscious consumers..."

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March 27, 2019 8:50 AM
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What and where China’s beauty shoppers buy in Japan today 

What and where China’s beauty shoppers buy in Japan today  | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"A March report by Kantar China reveals a few purchasing behaviors of Chinese female beauty shoppers that brands need to know ..."

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March 22, 2019 2:04 PM
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WeChat Pay supports merchants expanding businesses by bringing its ecosystem to the world

WeChat Pay supports merchants expanding businesses by bringing its ecosystem to the world | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"WeChat Pay today unveils its latest strategy for cross-border payment business at the WeChat Pay Overseas Partner..."

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March 15, 2019 3:37 AM
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She-economy: How to engage Chinese consumers for Women’s Day 

She-economy: How to engage Chinese consumers for Women’s Day  | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"In this blog post, we’ll look at how international and Chinese businesses are tapping into the She economy for Women’s Day on different platforms in China, and the lessons we can learn from them ..."

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March 10, 2019 11:14 AM
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Instagram backlash over first Vogue Hong Kong cover featuring Gigi Hadid, accused in China of racism

Instagram backlash over first Vogue Hong Kong cover featuring Gigi Hadid, accused in China of racism | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Instagram backlash over cover featuring Gigi Hadid, accused in China of racism over a 2017 video appearing to mock Buddha, leads magazine to take down its post on the social media site ...."

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March 9, 2019 10:49 AM
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China faces social media crackdown as fake accounts threaten ecommerce credibility

China faces social media crackdown as fake accounts threaten ecommerce credibility | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"In China, commerce has been integrated into social media for a decade, so the use of fake social-media accounts to inflate business figures is rife. The trend is warping Chinese ecommerce and eroding trust among consumers ..."

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March 2, 2019 9:54 AM
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Chinese millennial skincare gets a black tech makeover

Chinese millennial skincare gets a black tech makeover | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Chinese millennials are turning to a mysterious and futuristic science to transform their appearance that’s known cryptically as "Black tech" ..." 

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February 16, 2019 9:23 AM
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How can luxury brands leverage social commerce in China? 

How can luxury brands leverage social commerce in China?  | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Want to extend your products and services to China? Learn how luxury brands can leverage social commerce to succeed in China. ..."

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February 3, 2019 9:12 AM
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Lunar New Year holiday to reveal state of China's economy - Bloomberg 

Lunar New Year holiday to reveal state of China's economy - Bloomberg  | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"China’s consumers have cut back on purchases of everything from Apple Inc.’s iPhones to Swiss watches as the trade war with the U.S. hits the economy ..."

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