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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July 13, 2017 9:55 AM
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KFC — yes that KFC — is selling its own smartphones in China

KFC — yes that KFC — is selling its own smartphones in China | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"KFC has collaborated with Huawei on a limited smartphone to commemorate its thirty-anniversary of operating in China..."

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July 12, 2017 11:46 AM
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The secret to successful e-commerce in China - Marketing China

The secret to successful e-commerce in China - Marketing China | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"E-commerce now represents 15.5% of total retail sales in the whole of China. China’s ecommerce market remains the largest and most lucrative in the world, with over 800 million Chinese now connected online and 350 million middle class consumers actively engaging in e-retail purchases, there is no denying the potential for international brands. The National …"

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July 10, 2017 7:58 AM
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China's crazy for bike-sharing, and advertisers are rapping into that

China's crazy for bike-sharing, and advertisers are rapping into that | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"China's booming bike-sharing industry is attracting users, venture capital and advertisers ..."

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July 6, 2017 1:07 PM
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China's Ikea showrooms become venues for napping, eating, even dating in summer

China's Ikea showrooms become venues for napping, eating, even dating in summer | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"When it's sweltering in Shanghai, do as the locals do and settle down for a nap at Ikea – if you can find a free bed ..."

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July 4, 2017 3:02 AM
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Designer shop represents Hong Kong’s creative innovation - Discover China

Designer shop represents Hong Kong’s creative innovation - Discover China | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"A puppy-shaped 3D purse, Chinese mask slippers, egg-tart shaped earrings and coin-featured silver rings, all these unusually artsy products can be found in HKTDC Design Gallery at Oriental Plaza Mall in Beijing ..."

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July 2, 2017 2:16 AM
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In China, a cashless trend is taking hold with mobile payments

In China, a cashless trend is taking hold with mobile payments | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Consumers there are finding convenience and security in using smartphones to pay. An estimated $5.5 trillion was spent through mobile platforms in 2016, about 50 times the amount in the U.S. ..."

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July 1, 2017 7:59 AM
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'They've lost interest': Alibaba exec claims Chinese counterfeit market is sputtering

'They've lost interest': Alibaba exec claims Chinese counterfeit market is sputtering | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Gao Hongbing, an Alibaba Group vice president, discussed counterfeits at the World Economic Forum's "Summer Davos" meeting in Dalian, China ..."

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June 26, 2017 2:38 AM
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In China, the water you drink is as dangerous as the air you breathe | Deng Tingting

In China, the water you drink is as dangerous as the air you breathe | Deng Tingting | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Nearly half the country has missed its five-year water quality targets, Greenpeace research shows – so what can be done about water pollution? ..."

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June 26, 2017 1:13 AM
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Dangerous mini crossbows pulled from TradeMe

Dangerous mini crossbows pulled from TradeMe | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Tiny weapon that can seriously hurt people is pulled from Trade Me ..."

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June 23, 2017 1:53 AM
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Three golden rules of brand-building in China

Three golden rules of brand-building in China | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"In China, there's a tension between public status symbols and the need to feel protected, writes Tom Doctoroff, a senior partner at Prophet ..."

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June 22, 2017 12:50 AM
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China is the biggest consumer of cigarettes

China is the biggest consumer of cigarettes | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"China remains the world’s biggest consumer of cigarettes, with an average 4,124 cigarettes smoked each year by adults in the country (11-12 per day) ..."

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June 6, 2017 12:56 PM
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Why anthropology is becoming big business in China

Why anthropology is becoming big business in China | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Long considered a pointless pursuit, companies are now turning to experts in the hope of understanding the roots of consumer behavior ..."

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June 4, 2017 7:06 AM
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World's fastest elevator to be installed in China

World's fastest elevator to be installed in China | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"The world's fastest elevator that can operate at a record breaking speed of 1,260 metres per minute is set to been installed in a skyscraper complex building in China ..."

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July 13, 2017 7:37 AM
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Shopping loses its attraction for Chinese tourists

Shopping loses its attraction for Chinese tourists | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"The number of Chinese tourists travelling overseas continues to rise but their spending on product shopping is declining as they seek out experiences instead, a new report says ..."

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July 11, 2017 10:49 AM
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For the future of insurance, we need to look to China

For the future of insurance, we need to look to China | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Aviva's chief digital officer says the company is making an 'ask it never tool' ..."

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July 8, 2017 5:55 AM
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The Chinese consumers’ online journey from discovery to purchase - Alizila

The Chinese consumers’ online journey from discovery to purchase - Alizila | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"The following report is the second in a series entitled “The New Retail: Lessons from China for the West” produced as a collaboration between Alibaba Group and Boston Consulting Group ..."

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July 6, 2017 12:57 PM
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Gucci now lets consumers in China buy its collections online | Jing Daily

Gucci now lets consumers in China buy its collections online | Jing Daily | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"The fashion brand has a strong digital presence in China already, but now Chinese shoppers can make purchases directly through its official online boutique ..."

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July 3, 2017 12:53 AM
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Chinese drivers use creepy decals to discourage use of high beam headlights at night

Chinese drivers use creepy decals to discourage use of high beam headlights at night | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Chinese drivers are already complaining about the use of high beam headlights of cars behind them so they thought of installing scary decals on their rear windows. High beam headlights can cause ...."

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July 1, 2017 8:04 AM
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Chinese consumers in 2021: savvy, single, and trendsetting

Chinese consumers in 2021: savvy, single, and trendsetting | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"New study predicts consumers will be spending a staggering US$1.8 trillion yearly by 2021 on their daily essentials and lifestyles ..."

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June 29, 2017 4:09 AM
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Tencent takes on Apple in China

Tencent takes on Apple in China | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"IN MOST of the world, the success of Apple’s “walled garden” of proprietary software has two elements. First, its attractive services: users tend to be addicted to its iTunes music shop and iBooks store ..."

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June 26, 2017 1:18 AM
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Ten astounding facts to help you understand China today

Ten astounding facts to help you understand China today | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Whether it's renewable energy investment, supercomputers, building megacities or mobile technology, China is spreading its wings and taking flight. Here are 10 facts about China today that might surprise you ..."

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June 25, 2017 1:36 PM
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Building stronger brands will boost China's image

Building stronger brands will boost China's image | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Building stronger brands will boost China's image ..."

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June 22, 2017 1:36 AM
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No cash, no staff: a store of the future is being tested in China

No cash, no staff: a store of the future is being tested in China | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Wheelys tests a 24-hour store run entirely by technology ..."

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June 13, 2017 10:30 AM
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China, WeChat and the origins of chatbots – Chatbots Magazine

China, WeChat and the origins of chatbots – Chatbots Magazine | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"Lately, there has been plenty of conversation in the field of chatbots and clearly there is a desire among us to see chatbots do great things. That grand vision goes as far as replacing applications …"

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June 4, 2017 7:09 AM
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Will the tech bubble that nurtured Chinese firms last?

Will the tech bubble that nurtured Chinese firms last? | Consumer and technological trends in China | Scoop.it

"China’s technology sector is in a bubble – but not the kind that erases huge fortunes when it bursts. This bubble, imposed by the Chinese authorities in Beijing in the form of the censored, closed internet also known as the Great Firewall ..."

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