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Season 6.5, Episode 10, season end summary, also the halfway point of the podcast project. Talk about the discovery of the last "gift" left to me in the year of fate.第6.5季第十期，季末总结，是播客项目做到一半的节点，也是发现了本命年留给我的最后一件“礼物”For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_You can also follow personal ins: willyi_更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著还可以关注个人ins：willyi_「This Season」I want to know,Use the concept of fate yearthe memory of meIs it also more interesting【关于本季】我想知道，从本命年角度看回忆，我是否其实也很有趣

Today, we're getting social! Ever wondered how to say "like", "comment", or "repost" in Chinese? Whether you're scrolling through RedNote, watching vlogs on Bilibili, or trying to decode internet slang in WeChat, we've got you covered! On the show: Niu Honglin & Steve.(07:51) Key words related to social media.(25:24) The most common and liked social media platforms in China.

In 2016, Chinese super app WeChat caught the attention of the Australian media after Chinese Australian voters were found to be engaging with the federal election on the platform. Since then, there's been ongoing discussion about misinformation targeting multicultural communities on non-English social media platforms like WeChat. Despite the increased community awareness, Australia may not be prepared to address the issue this election.

در سال ۲۰۱۶ پس از آنکه مشخص شد رای دهندگان چینی استرالیایی در پلتفرم چینی «وی چت» WeChat در خصوص انتخابات فدرال استرالیا کسب اطلاعات می کنند، این اپ توجه رسانه های استرالیایی را به خود جلب کرد. از آن زمان، بحث‌های مداومی در مورد اطلاعات نادرست که جوامع چندفرهنگی را در پلتفرم‌های رسانه‌های اجتماعی غیرانگلیسی زبان مانند وی چت هدف قرار می‌دهد، صورت گرفته است. و این در حالی است که با وجود افزایش آگاهی جامعه، استرالیا ممکن است آماده رسیدگی به این موضوع در انتخابات آتی فدرال نباشد.

Vào năm 2016, ứng dụng Trung Quốc WeChat đã thu hút sự chú ý của truyền thông Úc sau khi người ta phát hiện cử tri gốc Hoa ở Úc đang tương tác với cuộc bầu cử liên bang thông qua nền tảng này. Kể từ đó, đã có nhiều cuộc thảo luận liên tục về vấn đề thông tin sai lệch nhắm vào các cộng đồng đa văn hóa trên các mạng xã hội không sử dụng tiếng Anh, như WeChat.

Season 6.5, Issue 9, Talking to Cha about the meaning of Travel, Some reflections from my ‘Farewell' tour (Part 2)第6.5季第九期，和茶君聊旅行的意义，从我刚结束的告别之旅中得到的一些思考（下）For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_You can also follow personal ins: willyi_更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著还可以关注个人ins：willyi_「This Season」I want to know,Use the concept of fate yearthe memory of meIs it also more interesting【关于本季】我想知道，从本命年角度看回忆，我是否其实也很有趣

What if the real reason students aren't owning their learning... is because the data about their progress stays locked in a teacher's spreadsheet? In today's episode, we tackle one of the biggest missed opportunities in education: when rich data about student learning stays hidden from the very people it matters to most — students. I sit down with Daniel Rosenberg from Otis to explore how giving students direct access to their learning data can radically personalize instruction, build real student agency, and make teaching more impactful (and less overwhelming). You'll discover: Why “data rich but information poor” is holding schools back — and how to fix it. How AI-powered tools are making it easier than ever for teachers to spot trends and plan faster interventions. How giving students visibility into their progress creates faster, smarter interventions. Real examples of students using their own data to set goals and shape their learning journeys. How platforms like Otis are making this shift simple for teachers, not harder. Ready to turn student data into student power? Tune in and learn how a small shift can spark big outcomes! Connect with Daniel: (otusk12), Wechat, LinkedIn, Instagram Learn more about Otus: www.otus.com 

Aujourd'hui dans le podcast, on commente avec la nouvelle déclarée hier par des responsables de la sécurité informatique pour le gouvernement du Canada que le gouvernement communiste chinois a fait de l'ingérence étrangère en faisant la promotion de Mark Carney via des influenceurs sur le réseau social WeChat, un réseau utilisé principalement par les gens d'origine chinoise. On réagit également au commentaire de Mark Carney sur la première ministre albertaine Danielle Smith suivie d'une analyse de sa dernière promesse électorale de vouloir acheter le vote des aînés avec davantage d'argent.DANS LA PARTIE PATREON, on commence en parlant longuement des agissements des derniers jours d'Elon Musk qui semble vouloir que l'administration Trump mette fin à sa politique de tarifs actuelle. Ensuite, Frank et Ian lancent un appel au vote de la part des générations plus jeunes et encore actives. On termine avec Joey qui nous présente un short d'un vox pop sur le 51e État réalisé en 1963 à Montréal, suivi d'une vidéo du dernier rassemblement de Pierre Poilievre à Edmonton ainsi que plusieurs graphiques boursiers présentés par Ian.

MONOLOGUE Trump's Tariff Trident: Why Canada Must Ditch the Derangement and Join the Zero-Tariff Revolution NEWSMAKER Canadians should expect to become poorer over the next five years, says a Privy Council report https://www.blacklocks.ca/predict-middle-class-doomed/   Tesla vehicles remain eligible for federal rebates despite Transport Minister Chrystia Freeland's claim that she froze payments to punish America https://www.blacklocks.ca/govt-faked-tesla-suspension/   Tom Korski, Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter www.blacklocks.ca THE SMART MONEY Markets tumble as three-day selloff wipes out US$9.5 trillion https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/tariffs/2025/04/07/global-market-meltdown-deepens-as-tariff-turmoil-spreads/ Chances of U.S. recession rise to 60%, likely dragging Canada along https://financialpost.com/news/why-canada-headed-for-recession   Jonathan Wellum, President/CEO of Rocklinc Investment Partners 905-631-5462 info@rocklinc.com MONOLOGUE Carney's Soviet Dream: How Globalist Migration and Red Tape Are Turning Canada Into a Backyard-less Gulag NEWSMAKER China using WeChat to help get Carney elected https://www.westernstandard.news/news/information-operation-china-using-wechat-to-help-get-carney-elected/63810   Jen Hodgson is a reporter with The Western Standard www.westernstandard.news OPEN LINES THE MORNING GUY Feds admit China trying to help Carney get elected through WeChat information operation https://www.westernstandard.news/news/information-operation-china-using-wechat-to-help-get-carney-elected/63810   Marc Patrone is the host of “The Marck Patrone Morning Show” heard weekday mornings 7-9am on SAUGA 960AM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 6.5, Issue 8, Talking to Cha about the meaning of Travel, Some reflections from my ‘Farewell' tour (Part 1)第6.5季第八期，和茶君聊旅行的意义，从我刚结束的告别之旅中得到的一些思考（上）For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_You can also follow personal ins: willyi_更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著还可以关注个人ins：willyi_「This Season」I want to know,Use the concept of fate yearthe memory of meIs it also more interesting【关于本季】我想知道，从本命年角度看回忆，我是否其实也很有趣

This week, we catch up with Dutch sinologist Manya Koetse, the creator of "What's on Weibo," a platform offering in-depth insights into trends, events, memes, and social phenomena on Weibo, one of China's largest social media platforms, often referred to as the "Chinese Twitter."As a bridge for non-Chinese speaking audiences to understand the dynamics of Chinese digital culture, "What's on Weibo" has evolved over the years, recently expanding to include a premium newsletter while maintaining its mission to decode Chinese social media for a global audience.Manya explains Weibo's role in the increasingly fragmented Chinese online environment, discussing the evolving gender and class demographics of Weibo alongside other platforms such as Bilibili, WeChat, and Xiaohongshu (Red Book). She also talks about how Weibo functions as a social barometer reflecting the changing tides of Chinese nationalism, commercialism, social unrest, and anti-Western sentiment.

Energy has the power to transform—I know because it transformed me. My journey with Reiki began in 2018, opening a path to deep healing and stillness. Guided by world-renowned teachers like William Lee Rand and Colleen Benelli, I trained at Mount Kurama, Japan, and studied sound healing in Nepal, where I discovered the profound influence of frequency and vibration. In India, I deepened my practice of meditation and Hatha yoga, strengthening my connection to breath, stillness, and holistic healing. Blending Reiki, sound healing, and meditation, I help others reconnect with their inner light, awaken self-healing, and step into authenticity. My role is not to fix but to hold space—guiding others to trust their intuition and reveal the healing power within. Connect with Meizhu: Website: www.theinnerlight.love Email: theinnerlight.love@hotmail.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/theinnerlight.love/ Wechat: 15356051 ✨Connect with Colleen and Robyn 
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Season 6.5 Issue 7: Chat with Cha about your experience in identifying your latest interests and path choices during the year of fate(Part 3)第6.5季第七期，和茶君聊到24岁那个本命年经历的感情，在之后慢慢感知到的创伤影响（下）For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_You can also follow personal ins: willyi_更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著还可以关注个人ins：willyi_「This Season」I want to know,Use the concept of fate yearthe memory of meIs it also more interesting【关于本季】我想知道，从本命年角度看回忆，我是否其实也很有趣

Plus Instagram Monetizes Brainrot Like this? Get AIDAILY, delivered to your inbox, every weekday. Subscribe to our newsletter at https://aidaily.usChina's Dropping AI Models Left and Right—What's the Deal?Chinese tech giants like Alibaba, Baidu, and Tencent are flooding the scene with open-source AI models, letting devs worldwide grab, tweak, and use them for free. This power move sidesteps U.S. tech restrictions and could shake up the AI game by making top-tier tech accessible to all. China's AI Data Center Boom Goes Bust—Empty Servers EverywhereChina went all-in on AI, building over 500 data centers to ride the hype. Fast forward, and up to 80% of that computing power is just sitting idle. Turns out, many projects were rushed without real demand, leaving ghost data centers and investors sweating.WeChat Adds AI Chatbot 'Yuanbao' to Keep You HookedTencent just dropped 'Yuanbao,' an AI chatbot you can add as a friend on WeChat. No extra app needed—just chat directly in the app. It's all about making WeChat even more of a one-stop-shop, keeping you engaged without bouncing to other platforms. Instagram's AI 'Brainrot' Videos Are Monetizing the Wildest (and Darkest) Content (Warning Graphic Images) AI-generated videos are flooding Instagram with super weird, shock-value clips—like Dora doing foot mukbangs or chaotic Peppa Pig scenarios—raking in clicks and cash. But this viral wave has folks questioning whether platforms can (or will) stop harmful content from going viral. AI-Picked March Madness Bracket Has Me Tied for First at Sweet 16Nelson Aguilar, not up-to-date with college basketball, used ChatGPT to fill out his March Madness bracket. He prompted the AI for a balanced approach, mixing favorites with calculated upsets. Surprisingly, he's now tied for first place in his pool as the tournament reaches the Sweet 16. Databricks' New Hack: AI Models That Level Up on Their OwnDatabricks just dropped Test-time Adaptive Optimization (TAO), a slick method that lets AI models boost their game without needing squeaky-clean data. By mixing reinforcement learning with synthetic data, TAO helps models sharpen up through practice. In tests, it even outperformed OpenAI's models on financial tasks. This could be a game-changer for companies wanting smarter AI without the data-cleaning headache. H&M's AI-Generated Model Twins: Fashion's Future or Just a Fad?H&M is stepping into the future by creating AI-generated digital twins of real-life models for upcoming campaigns. With the models' consent, these virtual replicas aim to streamline content creation and cut costs. While this tech is a win for efficiency, some worry it might sideline human creativity in the fashion scene.

Our 204th episode with a summary and discussion of last week's big AI news! Recorded on 03/21/2025 Hosted by Andrey Kurenkov and Jeremie Harris. Feel free to email us your questions and feedback at contact@lastweekinai.com and/or hello@gladstone.ai Read out our text newsletter and comment on the podcast at https://lastweekin.ai/. Join our Discord here! https://discord.gg/nTyezGSKwP In this episode: Baidu launched two new multimodal models, Ernie 4.5 and Ernie X1, boasting competitive pricing and capabilities compared to Western counterparts like GPT-4.5 and DeepSeek R1. OpenAI introduced new audio models, including impressive speech-to-text and text-to-speech systems, and added O1 Pro to their developer API at high costs, reflecting efforts for more profitability. Nvidia and Apple announced significant hardware advancements, including Nvidia's future GPU plans and Apple's new Mac Studio offering that can run DeepSeek R1. DeepSeek employees are facing travel restrictions, suggesting China is treating its AI development with increased secrecy and urgency, emphasizing a wartime footing in AI competition. Timestamps + Links: (00:00:00) Intro / Banter (00:01:36) News Preview Tools & Apps (00:02:50) Baidu launches two new versions of its AI model Ernie (00:10:46) OpenAI Unveils New Audio Models to Make AI Agents Sound More Human Than Ever (00:16:41) OpenAI's o1-pro is the company's most expensive AI model yet (00:20:53) Google brings a ‘canvas' feature to Gemini, plus Audio Overview (00:22:18) Anthropic adds web search to its Claude chatbot (00:23:55) xAI launches an API for generating images Applications & Business (00:26:28) Nvidia announces Rubin GPUs in 2026, Rubin Ultra in 2027, Feynman also added to roadmap (00:36:25) M3 Ultra Runs DeepSeek R1 With 671 Billion Parameters Using 448GB Of Unified Memory, Delivering High Bandwidth Performance At Under 200W Power Consumption, With No Need For A Multi-GPU Setup (00:40:07) Intel reaches 'exciting milestone' for 18A 1.8nm-class wafers with first run at Arizona fab (00:42:45) Elon Musk's AI company, xAI, acquires a generative AI video startup (00:44:44) Tencent Reportedly Makes Massive NVIDIA H20 Chip Purchase for WeChat's DeepSeek Integration Projects & Open Source (00:46:32) Anthropic's Not-So-Secret Weapon That's Giving Agents a Boost (00:50:50) Mistral AI drops new open-source model that outperforms GPT-4o Mini with fraction of parameters (00:53:30) EXAONE Deep: Reasoning Enhanced Language Models Research & Advancements (00:55:58) Sample, Scrutinize and Scale: Effective Inference-Time Search by Scaling Verification (01:07:44) Block Diffusion: Interpolating Between Autoregressive and Diffusion Language Models (01:12:27) Communication-Efficient Language Model Training Scales Reliably and Robustly: Scaling Laws for DiLoCo (01:18:46) Transformers without Normalization (01:19:52) Measuring AI Ability to Complete Long Tasks (01:26:12) HCAST: Human-Calibrated Autonomy Software Tasks Policy & Safety (01:26:45) Announcing Zochi, an Intology Project (01:32:46) DeepSeek, a National Treasure in China, is Now Being Closely Guarded (01:37:02) Claude Sonnet 3.7 (often) knows when it's in alignment evaluations Synthetic Media & Art (01:42:27) US appeals court rejects copyrights for AI-generated art lacking 'human' creator (01:45:10) Trump urged by Ben Stiller, Paul McCartney and hundreds of stars to protect AI copyright rules

36氪获悉，在3月20日的华为Pura先锋盛典及鸿蒙智行新品发布会上，华为发布了首款阔折叠手机——华为Pura X，定价7499元起，典藏版8999元起。同时，华为常务董事、终端BG董事长、智能汽车解决方案BU董事长余承东发表演讲。他表示，华为终端全面进入鸿蒙时代，今年5月将推出鸿蒙电脑。此外，在会上还发布了界新M5 Ultra，起售价22.98万元。据财联社报道，3月20日，现货黄金持续拉升突破3050美元/盎司，再创历史新高。国内金饰价格上调，周生生足金饰品标价923元/克，较前一日916元/克上涨了7元/克，较两日前910元/克上涨了13元。据财经网科技报道，3月19日，腾讯发布第四季度财报及2024年全年财报。财报显示，微信及WECHAT的月活跃帐户13.85亿；收费增值服务付费会员数2.6亿。而QQ月活账户达5.24亿。QQ与微信月活账户相差8.6亿。据新浪财经报道，数据显示，韩国在国内需求疲软、收入下降的情况下，政府、企业和家庭的总债务达到了历史最高水平。根据国际清算银行（BIS）的数据，截至2024年第三季度末，韩国政府债务、企业和家庭贷款总额达到创纪录的6222万亿韩元（约合4.27万亿美元），这一数字同比增长了4.1%，环比增长了0.9%。据界面新闻报道，当地时间3月19日，美国司法部公告称，美国一法院接受了日野汽车对一项单项犯罪指控的认罪，该指控称日野汽车参与了一项长达数年的犯罪共谋，欺骗了美国政府和美国消费者，并非法向美国走私货物。法院判处丰田的子公司日野汽车支付5.2176亿美元的刑事罚款，缓刑五年，缓刑期间禁止向美国进口其生产的任何柴油发动机，并实施全面的合规和道德计划及报告结构。法院还对该公司做出了10.87亿美元的罚金判决。

Season 6.5 Issue 6: Chat with Cha about your experience in identifying your latest interests and path choices during the year of fate(Part 2)第6.5季第六期，和茶君聊到24岁那个本命年经历的感情，在之后慢慢感知到的创伤影响（中）For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_You can also follow personal ins: willyi_更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著还可以关注个人ins：willyi_「This Season」I want to know,Use the concept of fate yearthe memory of meIs it also more interesting【关于本季】我想知道，从本命年角度看回忆，我是否其实也很有趣

Het was een lange zit, en achteraf kwamen beleggers ook nog van een koude kermis thuis. Topman Jensen Huang gooide van alles in de strijd maar praatte uiteindelijk alleen maar het aandeel van zijn Nvidia omlaag. Nieuwe AI-chips, een samenwerking met General Motors, een robot, zelfs het belachelijk maken van zijn eigen oudere generatie chips... Niks kon beleggers blij maken. Waarom werd niemand enthousiast van al die pogingen van Huang? Dat zoeken we deze aflevering voor je uit. Dan hebben we het ook over Philips. Dat dacht een vriend aan boord te halen met investeerder Exor Holdings. Met één voorwaarde: Exor zou nooit meer dan een vijfde van de aandelen van Philips in handen krijgen. Nou, daar komt Exor nu toch akelig dichtbij. Verder gaat het over een uitglijder van de beurs in Turkije. Het vertrouwen van beleggers is daar ver zoek nadat de grootste tegenstander van president Erdogan uit het niks werd opgepakt. En over hommeles bij de ijsjestak van Unilever. De topman van Ben & Jerry's wordt daar de laan uit gestuurd vanwege z'n politieke activisme. En dat terwijl die ijsjestak binnenkort naar de beurs moet. Als dat maar goed gaat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Employees in China may get a chance to take a breath from the grueling "996 work culture", where people work from 9 am to 9 pm, six days a week, after several Chinese companies issued internal reminders to prevent formalistic overtime working and workplace rat race.在多家企业发布内部通知，要求遏制形式主义加班和职场内卷后，中国职场人士或将迎来“996”工作文化的缓解。“996工作文化”指的是员工每天从早上9点工作到晚上9点，每周工作6天的工作模式。The central government has also shown greater determination to regulate the unwholesome "work culture".与此同时，中央政府也展现出更加坚定的决心，规范这种不良的“职场文化”。In an action plan released recently by the State Council, China's Cabinet, local authorities have been urged to better protect workers' right to rest and tighten supervision of employers' behavior of illegally lengthening employees' working hours.中国国务院近日发布的一项行动方案敦促地方当局更好地保护员工的休息权利，并加强对雇主非法延长员工工时行为的监管。Before the release of the action plan, several Chinese companies sought to relax their tiring working schedules.在该方案出台前，已有多家中国企业尝试放宽紧张的工作时间安排。Shenzhen-based drone manufacturer DJI became a trending topic on social media platform Sina Weibo recently after some of its employees posted their experiences of not being allowed to work overtime after 9 pm.深圳无人机制造商大疆创新（DJI）近期登上社交媒体微博的热搜，原因是该公司部分员工发布了自己晚上9点后不准加班的经历。The posts said that DJI's human resources managers patrolled around the building and asked the employees to leave by 9 pm.帖子称，大疆创新的人力资源经理在大楼周围巡逻，并要求员工晚上9点前离开。Midea, a home appliance manufacturer, issued an internal notice in late January, asking its staff members to streamline their working patterns. Midea confirmed the existence of the notice, according to Shanghai-based news outlet The Paper.家电制造商美的在1月底发布内部通知，要求员工简化工作模式。据上海媒体《澎湃新闻》报道，美的方面证实了该通知的存在。The group asked the employees not to have meetings or work overtime, reduce the number of work-related WeChat groups and prohibit any formalistic behavior.集团要求员工减少会议和加班时间，精简工作相关的微信沟通群组，并杜绝形式主义工作方式。As employees have seen increased working hours in recent years, even longer than the length regulated by the nation's Labor Law, their complaints about the unreasonable schedules intensified after the "996 work culture" was promoted by some large companies or industrial titans.近年来，随着“996”工作文化被部分大型企业和行业巨头推崇，员工工作时长普遍延长，甚至超出《劳动法》规定，使得员工对不合理工作时间的不满愈演愈烈。"My colleagues and I usually joke that we get a 'sense of shame' by leaving the office at 6 pm sharp. It has become a stereotype that you are not hardworking if you don't stay very late to work in the office," said Wang Xiaofeng, a telecommunications engineer in Beijing, who works from 9 am to 8 pm and on Saturday every other week.“我和同事们经常开玩笑说，晚上6点准点下班会让人有‘羞耻感'。大家普遍认为，如果不加班到很晚，就会被认为不够努力。”北京的一名电信工程师王晓峰表示，他的工作时间是上午9点到晚上8点，并且每隔一周还需要在周六上班。The 30-year-old said he was happy to see this news and hopes that his company can relax its working schedules, as the job has almost taken all of his time so far. However, he expressed his concerns that it may be hard to quantify the overtime work and overtime fees if an employee has to continue work after returning home.这位30岁的年轻人说，他很高兴看到这个消息，并希望公司能放宽工作时间安排，因为到目前为止，这项工作几乎占据了他所有的时间。然而，他也担忧如果员工回家后仍需继续工作，如何量化加班时长及加班费可能成为一大难题。Figures from the National Bureau of Statistics show that employees at domestic companies have had longer working hours in recent years—reaching 49 hours a week in 2024, up from 47.9 hours in 2022.国家统计局的数据显示，近年来国内企业员工的工作时间持续增长，2024年已达每周49小时，高于2022年的47.9小时。However, based on the Labor Law, employees should work no more than eight hours a day and a maximum of 44 hours a week. Employers can lengthen the working day by one hour at most after negotiating with trade unions and employees.然而根据《劳动法》规定，员工每天工作时间不得超过8小时，每周工作时间不得超过44小时。用人单位在与工会和员工协商后，最多可将每日工作时间延长1小时。Experts and industry insiders said the measures taken by companies to shorten working hours or optimize working patterns will help protect employees' rights and their physical and psychological health.专家和业内人士表示，企业缩短工时或优化工作模式的举措，有助于保护员工权益和身心健康。"As job seekers' views about careers, labor relations and working patterns have changed in the new era, employers may find that the employees are losing their passion for or loyalty to the job after being asked to work overtime," said Li Qiang, vice-president of recruitment portal Zhaopin.招聘平台智联招聘副总裁李强表示，随着新时代求职者对职业发展、劳动关系和工作模式的观念发生变化，企业如果长期要求员工加班，可能会导致员工对工作失去热情和忠诚度。Noting that work schedules like"996" have hurt people's working rights, Li Chang'an, a professor at the Academy of China Open Economy Studies at the University of International Business and Economics in Beijing, said that employees find it hard to achieve a work-life balance and may have health or marriage problems because of those unreasonable schedules.北京对外经济贸易大学的国家对外开放研究院教授李长安指出，“996”这样的工作模式损害了人们的劳动权益，使得员工难以实现工作与生活的平衡，甚至可能引发健康或婚姻问题。He said that steps taken by these companies to improve their working schedules will help promote high-quality employment, with their working hours being more in line with the national regulations.他认为企业改善工作安排，使员工的工作时间更符合国家规定，将有助于促进高质量就业。"The companies themselves can also improve their attractiveness to workers, as corporate social responsibility and sound protection of workers' right to rest have become an important part of their competitiveness in the market," Li said.“这样的话，企业也可以提升对求职者的吸引力，如今，企业社会责任以及对员工休息权的保障，已成为企业市场竞争力的重要组成部分。”李长安补充道。He said he hopes that more companies can adopt a reasonable and humanistic work culture to ease the workload, which can help create harmonious working relationships, expand consumption and increase the marriage rate.他表示，希望更多企业能够采取合理、人性化的工作文化，以减轻员工的工作负担，这样不仅能营造和谐的工作关系，还能促进消费，提高结婚率。

Join us for an informative webinar on the Direct Import Program, tailored specifically for importers who sell directly to large customers. This program is designed to help businesses that are sourcing from Asia and reselling products in their home countries or third-party destinations. In this session, we will cover key aspects of the Direct Import Program, including: Centralized Sourcing: Learn how the program enables you to centralize your sourcing functions in Asia, giving you greater control over product quality.Cost-Efficiency: Understand how operating through a "virtual office" in Hong Kong eliminates the need for a physical presence, reducing operational costs while maximizing access to a global trade and financial hub.Tax Benefits: Explore Hong Kong's favorable tax regime, including a 16.5% corporate tax rate and opportunities for tax-free transactions on offshore profits.Sales Flexibility: Discover your options for selling on FOB Asia terms, allowing you to streamline inventory management and free up capital.Risk Mitigation: Find out how the Direct Import Program minimizes financial risk by avoiding fixed overhead costs associated with traditional office setups.This webinar is ideal for business owners and decision-makers looking to enhance their importing strategy and operational efficiency. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how the Direct Import Program can help you achieve greater competitiveness in the market.Connect with Us:For more insights and updates, subscribe to China & Hong Kong Compliance Essentials.We are happy to take any questions you may have. How to reach Kristina Koehler-Coluccia, Head of Business Advisory:Schedule a call here: https://meetings.hubspot.com/kristina12Email: kristina@woodburnglobal.comConnect on WeChat with ID: kncolucciaThank you for tuning in!

Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with stand-up comedian Jonny Z, who shares his incredible journey from China to Southern California. We dive into topics like racial discrimination, political worries, and Jonny's personal struggles with learning English and adjusting to life in America. We also talk about his switch from WeChat to TikTok, and the importance of friendships in tough times.Plus, we react to some horrible or hilarious viral videos — including the infamous nut smash kid at the park, a lady getting launched by a trash truck into a broken bench, a big guy crashing down afterward, and a guy getting knocked off a wall. Comedy, chaos, and real talk all rolled into one! Topics:Stand-up comedyLife as an immigrantRacial discrimination storiesLearning English strugglesViral video reactionsTikTok vs WeChatFunny failsFriendship & mental healthSoCal comedy scene Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real conversations and wild reactions!Buy Oscar a coffeebuymeacoffee.com/r2centsR2 Cents www.r2centswoscar.comSubscribe YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@Racso_Studios R2 Cents Instagram https://www.instagram.com/r2_cents/R2 Cents Tik Tokhttps://vm.tiktok.com/r2_centsProduced by: Bryan

As global brands increasingly look toward China for expansion, understanding the landscape is essential. This insightful session will explore how establishing a business entity in China not only facilitates market entry but also plays a pivotal role in enhancing brand visibility and safeguarding your intellectual property.What You'll Learn by having an entity in China is:• The critical importance of local engagement and relationship building• How to tailor your marketing strategies for Chinese consumers• The legal protections available for your brand's intellectual property• Effective reputation management strategies in a dynamic market• How partnering with experts like Woodburn can simplify your market entry journeyConnect with Us:For more insights and updates, subscribe to China & Hong Kong Compliance Essentials.We are happy to take any questions you may have. How to reach Kristina Koehler-Coluccia, Head of Business Advisory:Schedule a call here: https://meetings.hubspot.com/kristina12Email: kristina@woodburnglobal.comConnect on WeChat with ID: kncolucciaThank you for tuning in!

Season 6.5 Issue 5: Chat with Cha about your experience in identifying your latest interests and path choices during the year of fate(Part 1)第6.5季第五期，和茶君聊到24岁那个本命年经历的感情，在之后慢慢感知到的创伤影响（上）For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_You can also follow personal ins: willyi_更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著还可以关注个人ins：willyi_「This Season」I want to know,Use the concept of fate yearthe memory of meIs it also more interesting【关于本季】我想知道，从本命年角度看回忆，我是否其实也很有趣

Are you looking to expand your business into one of the world's most dynamic markets? In this webinar we will explore the immense potential of the Chinese market and how to effectively establish your business entity in this thriving economy.What You Will Learn:1. Understanding Market Demand in China:Gain insights into the rapid economic growth of China and what it means for international businesses. We'll delve into key sectors experiencing heightened consumer demand, including consumer goods, technology, education, and health and wellness.2. Identifying Market Opportunities:Discover how to recognize and respond to emerging market trends. Learn strategies for analyzing consumer behavior that can propel your business into the forefront of the market.3. Establishing Your Business Entity:Understand the critical steps necessary to set up a legal business presence in China. We will cover the various business structures available and the importance of choosing the right one for your organization.4. Navigating the Regulatory Landscape:Learn how to avoid common pitfalls and streamline the compliance process in China. Our experts will share tips for ensuring your business adheres to local laws and regulations.5. How Woodburn Can Help:Discover how Woodburn's comprehensive services can support your efforts in successful market entry. We'll discuss our market entry strategies, incorporation services, and ongoing compliance support tailored to your business needs.Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just beginning to explore international expansion, this webinar is designed to provide you with actionable insights and valuable resources to navigate the complexities of establishing your business in China.Connect with Us:For more insights and updates, subscribe to China & Hong Kong Compliance Essentials.We are happy to take any questions you may have. How to reach Kristina Koehler-Coluccia, Head of Business Advisory:Schedule a call here: https://meetings.hubspot.com/kristina12Email: kristina@woodburnglobal.comConnect on WeChat with ID: kncolucciaThank you for tuning in!

Are you ready to take your business to the next level by entering the Chinese market? Our webinar is designed to help you navigate the complexities of establishing a company entity in China. In this informative session, you will learn about the top concerns businesses face, including regulatory compliance, intellectual property protection, market dynamics, cultural challenges, and more. Our industry experts will provide actionable insights and effective strategies to help you overcome these hurdles and ensure a successful market entry. Gain valuable knowledge from experienced professionals Understand the key challenges and how to address them Discover how to streamline your entry process into ChinaLearn about Woodburn's support in facilitating your business establishment Gain valuable insights from industry experts, learn practical solutions to common challenges, and discover how Woodburn can assist your business in navigating the complexities of establishing operations in China.Connect with Us:For more insights and updates, subscribe to China & Hong Kong Compliance Essentials.We are happy to take any questions you may have. How to reach Kristina Koehler-Coluccia, Head of Business Advisory:Schedule a call here: https://meetings.hubspot.com/kristina12Email: kristina@woodburnglobal.comConnect on WeChat with ID: kncolucciaThank you for tuning in!

Des centres d'escroquerie en Asie du Sud-Est, notamment en Birmanie, au Cambodge et au Laos, exploitent des milliers de personnes pour mener des arnaques en ligne, générant des milliards de dollars. Après l'enlèvement d'un acteur chinois en Thaïlande, une coopération entre la Thaïlande, la Chine et la Birmanie vise à démanteler ces réseaux, qui utilisent les plateformes sociales pour piéger leurs victimes, notamment via des fraudes aux cryptomonnaies. Xu, l'un des rescapés, attiré sous un faux prétexte près de la frontière birmane puis emmené de force dans un centre d'escroquerie, raconte. Xu débute son récit en racontant qu'il a été attiré, avec trois autres personnes, à la frontière, sous un faux prétexte pour du travail. Mais une nuit, plus d'une douzaine de personnes en uniforme de camouflage, avec des couteaux à la taille, les ont forcés à escalader la montagne qui les séparait de la Birmanie. À ce moment-là, dit-il, il était trop tard pour partir, et c'est là qu'il a compris que quelque chose n'allait pas :« Pendant 48 heures, nous avons traversé de nombreux endroits en Birmanie, mais je ne me souviens plus de quels villages il s'agissait. À chaque poste de péage, il y avait des fonctionnaires birmans en service. Ils comprenaient et parlaient chinois. Ils étaient tous complices. Tant que vous leur donniez des yuans, ils vous laissaient passer. »À lire aussiEscroqueries en ligne: la Thaïlande intensifie ses actions contre les réseaux criminels frontaliersOrdinateur, plusieurs téléphones, outils de traduction « pour communiquer »...Une fois arrivé dans le centre, Xu explique qu'il travaillait sans arrêt tous les jours de 10h30 à 2h00 le lendemain, et que tout était étroitement contrôlé. « Chaque personne recevait un ordinateur et quatre téléphones Apple équipés de cartes SIM birmanes avec des numéros commençant par +95, tous d'occasion. Là, on créait des comptes Gmail, puis Facebook, Instagram. On gérait 20 comptes chacun », se souvient-il.Il poursuit : « Parfois, les clients voulaient discuter. Il était essentiel de créer un lien émotionnel. Au début, on utilisait l'anglais, mais si le client parlait une autre langue comme le thaï ou le malais, on se tournait vers des outils de traduction pour communiquer dans la langue du client. L'objectif ultime restait de guider le client dans son investissement. Il n'y avait pas de script fixe, juste quelques tactiques générales. »« Le lien menait à un faux site web d'imitation très réaliste »Xu reprend son récit : « Le centre s'étendait sur sept étages, chacun travaillant sur des projets de fraude différents, à chaque étage. Au total, il y avait 14 équipes et projets de fraude. L'équipe dont je faisais partie se concentrait sur la cryptomonnaie, en particulier l'USDT.Plus tard, j'ai appris que des personnes de nombreux pays pouvaient transférer leur monnaie locale sur la plateforme d'échange OKX, qui est reconnue internationalement, sauf en Chine continentale où elle n'est pas autorisée. Après avoir transféré de l'argent, elles pouvaient utiliser des dollars américains pour acheter des cryptomonnaies.Une fois que quelqu'un avait acheté de la cryptomonnaie, même pour une valeur de seulement 500$, il recevait un lien qui semblait être une plateforme de trading légitime, comme un site de bourse. Cependant, le lien menait à un faux site web d'imitation très réaliste. La première fois, l'équipe d'escrocs manipulait le backend pour s'assurer que la victime ''gagnait''. Tout était contrôlé par les chefs de l'équipe d'escrocs en coulisses, et la victime gagnait inévitablement au début pour gagner sa confiance. »À lire aussiAsie: la lutte s'intensifie contre les centres d'arnaques en ligneUne exploitation humaine jusqu'au bout Xu raconte que de nombreux Chinois étaient enfermés dans ces camps, et que le flot d'arrivées ne cessait jamais. Tous les jours, dit-il, on venait sélectionner certains individus : « Nous devions porter des menottes et ils nous donnaient deux repas par jour, juste des restes de nourriture dans des boîtes en papier. »La violence était omniprésente : « Ils frappaient ceux qui résistaient, car beaucoup de gardiens étaient des mercenaires armés de fusils et de matraques électriques. Toute résistance était vaine, et ceux qui essayaient mais qui échouaient étaient enchaînés.Si vous n'étiez pas choisi dans les 30 jours, ils vous emmenaient dehors dans un véhicule, à Myawaddy ou à la frontière thaïlandaise, pour se faire prélever les organes. Deux reins pouvaient se vendre 500 000 yuans (plus de 63 000 euros). Si vous étiez jugé ''qualifié'', ils vous exploitaient au maximum.Si vous n'étiez pas sélectionné, ils vous forçaient à déverrouiller votre téléphone en scannant votre visage. Ils chargeaient votre téléphone, le connectaient au Wi-Fi et utilisaient votre visage pour accéder à des applications chinoises telles que WeChat, Alipay et des cartes bancaires, pour transférer le plus d'argent possible. »Des méthodes d'intimidation à la punition physiqueCeux qui résistaient étaient sévèrement punis, raconte-t-il. « Le premier jour, les gardes ont tiré sur 11 personnes dans la cour. Quatre sont mortes sur le coup. Sept d'entre elles étaient encore en vie. Là, ils ont trouvé une autre victime qui prétendait être vétérinaire en Chine continentale et lui ont demandé de déterrer les balles sur leurs corps. Le processus était diffusé en direct sur Telegram.Ils nous montraient aussi des vidéos d'autres centres d'escroquerie pour nous montrer des gens se faire punir. Ils utilisaient de l'eau bouillante pour la verser sur les orteils de quelqu'un, puis pliaient les articulations en arrière, et tout était diffusé en direct via des comptes Telegram et WeChat.Ils utilisaient cela comme une forme d'intimidation, en particulier sur ceux qui venaient d'être vendus. C'était une façon de donner l'exemple, à la fois pour les personnes sur place et pour les autres qui participaient à différentes opérations frauduleuses et qui regardaient la diffusion en direct. C'est ce genre de choses qui fait que les gens craquent complètement après y avoir passé un certain temps. »La famille de Xu a réussi à négocier son retour en Chine, après avoir en tout payé, en plusieurs étapes. Une liberté recouvrée pour un montant de près d'un million de yuans, soit près de 130 000 euros.À lire aussiDes centaines de «cyberesclaves» libérés d'un centre d'escroquerie en Birmanie

Do women dominate social media use in China? Eva Hsu shares her insight. Eva Hsu is Founder and Senior Marketer at Ripplr, a boutique digital marketing and advertising agency in China, making your brand stick, empowering customers. https://ripplrdigital.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/evainshanghaiFind more Business Experts at https://talk2brazil.blogspot.com

Season 6.5 Issue 4: Chat with Cha about your experience in identifying your latest interests and path choices during the year of fate(Part 2)第6.5季第四期，和茶君聊到本命年对最近的兴趣爱好与道路选择的甄别体验（下）For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_You can also follow personal ins: willyi_更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著还可以关注个人ins：willyi_「This Season」I want to know,Use the concept of fate yearthe memory of meIs it also more interesting【关于本季】我想知道，从本命年角度看回忆，我是否其实也很有趣

It's time to open our listener mail! We solicited questions on LinkedIn and WeChat and are ready to answer your questions about China marketing and advertising. We're joined with China's leading brand strategist consultant, Stephen Drummond. Steve is an industry legend who has worked for agencies and clients. He's now a freelance brand consultant, based in Shanghai: 1. Question: 1 : Are brands in China talking more about brand building these days? 2. Question 2: How do we keep our brand at the top of people's minds when most people ignore ads? 3. Question 3: Do eCommerce systems in China with immediate links from ads and offer purchases mean that Chinese marketers are performance-based and do not need long-term brand building? 4. Question 4: Would you say livestreaming is overhyped? Does it cheapen the brand? 5. Question 5: We're an electronics brand. Should we build a loyalty platform? 6. Question 6: What's the future of traditional retail in Shanghai? Will more stores close? 7. Question 7: Given today's economic climate, what types of brands or categories show growth in China?

Welcome to Season 6 of Tech Powered Luxury, brought to you with Azure Communications! This week, we're diving into the world of mobile payments, luxury retail, and user experience with Donal McGuiness, the CEO of Prommt. If you've ever wondered how tech is shaping the way we shop for high-ticket items or how luxury retailers are making payments seamless for their customers, this episode is a must-listen! Payments in luxury need to evolve to match the elevated customer experience. Clunky, unbranded payment methods can ruin the luxury journey.

On this week's show Patrick Gray and Adam Boileau discuss the week's cybersecurity news: North Korea pulls off a 1.5 billion dollar crypto heist Apple pulls Advanced Data Protection from the UK Black Basta ransomware gang's internal chats leak Russians snoop on Signal with QR codes And Myanmar ships thousands of freed scam compound workers to Thailand Regular guest Lina Lau joins to discuss her work reading Chinese incident response reports on WeChat, and how that has people thinking that … she outed the NSA? This week's episode is sponsored by Airlock Digital, and allow-listing tragics Daniel Schell and David Cottingham are along with an amusing tale of using Windows' own allow-listing software to block EDR from loading. This episode is also available on Youtube. Show notes Hackers drained $1.4 billion of cryptocurrency from Bybit exchange, CEO confirms | The Record from Recorded Future News CertiK - Bybit Incident Technical Analysis Hackers use ‘sophisticated' macOS malware to steal cryptocurrency, Microsoft says | The Record from Recorded Future News EU sanctions North Korean tied to Lazarus group over involvement in Ukraine war | The Record from Recorded Future News Sanctions: Iranians Flock to Crypto; Int'l Actions Target Russia - Chainalysis Apple turns off iCloud encryption feature in UK following reported government legal order | The Record from Recorded Future News Swedish authorities seek backdoor to encrypted messaging apps | The Record from Recorded Future News Leaked chat logs expose inner workings of secretive ransomware group - Ars Technica Russian state hackers spy on Ukrainian military through Signal app | The Record from Recorded Future News Meta Sues Alleged Violent Extortionist For Holding Instagram Accounts Hostage Weathering the storm: In the midst of a Typhoon Thailand to take in 7,000 rescued from illegal cyber scam hubs in Myanmar | The Record from Recorded Future News Genea confirms cyber breach after ‘unauthorised third party' accesses data | news.com.au — Australia's leading news site Managed healthcare defense contractor to pay $11 million over alleged cyber failings | The Record from Recorded Future News Botnet looks for quiet ways to try stolen logins in Microsoft 365 environments | The Record from Recorded Future News Director-General's Annual Threat Assessment 2025 | ASIO An inside look at NSA (Equation Group) TTPs from China's lense

Season 6.5 Issue 3: Chat with Cha about your experience in identifying your latest interests and path choices during the year of fate(Part 1)第6.5季第三期，和茶君聊到本命年对最近的兴趣爱好与道路选择的甄别体验（上）For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_You can also follow personal ins: willyi_更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著还可以关注个人ins：willyi_「This Season」I want to know,Use the concept of fate yearthe memory of meIs it also more interesting【关于本季】我想知道，从本命年角度看回忆，我是否其实也很有趣

对于需要参加国际社交或独自旅行的小伙伴来说，与陌生人自然破冰是拓展人脉的关键技能，今天卡卡老师为你整理陌生人交谈场景的黄金表达，从开场白到深度话题，让你轻松跨越社交尴尬！速存这份社交神器指南~1.. 旅行场景搭话机场/景点自然开场：Excuse me, is this your first time visiting Barcelona too? The architecture here is breathtaking! 打扰下，您也是第一次来巴塞罗那吗？这里的建筑太震撼了！ 文化贴士：用地理特征开启话题更安全 避免直接问年龄/婚姻 2. 活动场景破冰在展会/派对开启对话：That keynote speech was eye-opening! What's your biggest takeaway so far? 刚才的主旨演讲真启发人！您目前最大收获是什么？ 注：takeaway 收获，/ˈteɪkəweɪ/ ，eye-opening 开阔眼界的 3. 兴趣探索提问发现共同爱好时： I couldn't help noticing your Star Wars pin! Are you into sci-fi movies too? 注意到您的星球大战徽章啦！您也喜欢科幻电影吗？ 发音提示：sci-fi 科幻，/ˈsaɪ faɪ/ ，注意连读4. 延续话题技巧避免冷场急救句：That's fascinating! Could you share more about how you got started in this field? 太有意思了！能多聊聊您如何进入这个领域的吗？ 注：fascinating /ˈfæsɪneɪtɪŋ/ 比interesting更显投入5. 寻求帮助行李太重拿不动时：Excuse me, could you give me a hand? My luggage is too heavy.打扰一下，您能帮我一下吗？我的行李太重了。关键表达：give sb. a hand 帮某人忙 6. 优雅退出对话需要结束交流时：It's been wonderful chatting with you! May I connect with you on Wechat? 和您交谈很愉快！方便加领英继续交流吗？ 25期爱趣英文开启限额招募，跟着卡卡老师彻底摆脱懒癌，全面系统提升！公众号：卡卡课堂 卡卡老师微信：kakayingyu001

Vertech managing director Dan Watson gets nostalgic for retro gaming of the 80s and 90s. Turns out you can relive your childhood using programmes called emulators. Dan also discusses the news that following Australia, MPs here have had their phones wiped of DeepSeek and WeChat.

How does social media shape perceptions of global cultural trends? On Chinese platforms like WeChat, the concept of Nordic Style (北欧风) has been widely adopted—but often in an oversimplified and commercialized form. In this episode of the Nordic Asia Podcast, Dr. Heidi Hui Shi discusses her research on digital misinformation and the portrayal of Nordic aesthetics in China. Through corpus linguistics, sentiment analysis, and digital storytelling (DST), Dr. Shi examines how consumer narratives influence public understanding of Nordic design. She highlights the challenges posed by misinformation, the dominance of commercial narratives, and the role of independent creators in countering misleading portrayals. The conversation also explores the broader implications for cultural exchange and how Nordic brands can more effectively engage with Chinese consumers. Dr. Heidi Hui Shi is an Assistant Professor in Chinese at the University of Turku, Finland. This episode is hosted by Hanna Holttinen, University Teacher in Chinese at the University of Turku, Finland. The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: Asia Centre, University of Tartu (Estonia), Asian studies, University of Helsinki (Finland), Centre for Asian Studies, Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania), Centre for East Asian Studies, University of Turku (Finland) and Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies, Lund University (Sweden) and Norwegian Network for Asian Studies. We aim to produce timely, topical and well-edited discussions of new research and developments about Asia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

How does social media shape perceptions of global cultural trends? On Chinese platforms like WeChat, the concept of Nordic Style (北欧风) has been widely adopted—but often in an oversimplified and commercialized form. In this episode of the Nordic Asia Podcast, Dr. Heidi Hui Shi discusses her research on digital misinformation and the portrayal of Nordic aesthetics in China. Through corpus linguistics, sentiment analysis, and digital storytelling (DST), Dr. Shi examines how consumer narratives influence public understanding of Nordic design. She highlights the challenges posed by misinformation, the dominance of commercial narratives, and the role of independent creators in countering misleading portrayals. The conversation also explores the broader implications for cultural exchange and how Nordic brands can more effectively engage with Chinese consumers. Dr. Heidi Hui Shi is an Assistant Professor in Chinese at the University of Turku, Finland. This episode is hosted by Hanna Holttinen, University Teacher in Chinese at the University of Turku, Finland. The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: Asia Centre, University of Tartu (Estonia), Asian studies, University of Helsinki (Finland), Centre for Asian Studies, Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania), Centre for East Asian Studies, University of Turku (Finland) and Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies, Lund University (Sweden) and Norwegian Network for Asian Studies. We aim to produce timely, topical and well-edited discussions of new research and developments about Asia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/east-asian-studies

How does social media shape perceptions of global cultural trends? On Chinese platforms like WeChat, the concept of Nordic Style (北欧风) has been widely adopted—but often in an oversimplified and commercialized form. In this episode of the Nordic Asia Podcast, Dr. Heidi Hui Shi discusses her research on digital misinformation and the portrayal of Nordic aesthetics in China. Through corpus linguistics, sentiment analysis, and digital storytelling (DST), Dr. Shi examines how consumer narratives influence public understanding of Nordic design. She highlights the challenges posed by misinformation, the dominance of commercial narratives, and the role of independent creators in countering misleading portrayals. The conversation also explores the broader implications for cultural exchange and how Nordic brands can more effectively engage with Chinese consumers. Dr. Heidi Hui Shi is an Assistant Professor in Chinese at the University of Turku, Finland. This episode is hosted by Hanna Holttinen, University Teacher in Chinese at the University of Turku, Finland. The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: Asia Centre, University of Tartu (Estonia), Asian studies, University of Helsinki (Finland), Centre for Asian Studies, Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania), Centre for East Asian Studies, University of Turku (Finland) and Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies, Lund University (Sweden) and Norwegian Network for Asian Studies. We aim to produce timely, topical and well-edited discussions of new research and developments about Asia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/chinese-studies

How does social media shape perceptions of global cultural trends? On Chinese platforms like WeChat, the concept of Nordic Style (北欧风) has been widely adopted—but often in an oversimplified and commercialized form. In this episode of the Nordic Asia Podcast, Dr. Heidi Hui Shi discusses her research on digital misinformation and the portrayal of Nordic aesthetics in China. Through corpus linguistics, sentiment analysis, and digital storytelling (DST), Dr. Shi examines how consumer narratives influence public understanding of Nordic design. She highlights the challenges posed by misinformation, the dominance of commercial narratives, and the role of independent creators in countering misleading portrayals. The conversation also explores the broader implications for cultural exchange and how Nordic brands can more effectively engage with Chinese consumers. Dr. Heidi Hui Shi is an Assistant Professor in Chinese at the University of Turku, Finland. This episode is hosted by Hanna Holttinen, University Teacher in Chinese at the University of Turku, Finland. The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: Asia Centre, University of Tartu (Estonia), Asian studies, University of Helsinki (Finland), Centre for Asian Studies, Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania), Centre for East Asian Studies, University of Turku (Finland) and Centre for East and South-East Asian Studies, Lund University (Sweden) and Norwegian Network for Asian Studies. We aim to produce timely, topical and well-edited discussions of new research and developments about Asia.

Season 6.5 Issue 2: I started a conversation with Cha, and talked about the ignorant first year of fate第6.5季第二期，和茶君开篇，聊到了懵懂的第一个本命年For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_You can also follow personal ins: willyi_更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著还可以关注个人ins：willyi_「This Season」I want to know,Use the concept of fate yearthe memory of meIs it also more interesting【关于本季】我想知道，从本命年角度看回忆，我是否其实也很有趣

Join the Nudge Unit: https://maven.com/nudge-unit/course-cohort Why does a $5 Uber voucher turn angry customers into loyal fans? In this episode, Eva van den Broek and Tim den Heijer share actionable insights from their book The Housefly Effect, revealing seven marketing psychology tips you can use to grow your business.  You'll learn: How scarcity drives demand, from pineapple rentals to volume-limited products. Why a $5 apology voucher boosted Uber's revenue (feat. reciprocity principle). How Tropicana's rebrand taught marketers a costly lesson about habits. Why "95% fat-free" yoghurt sells better than "5% fat" (feat. framing effect). The clever way airlines manage flight-time expectations to keep customers happy. ---- Get the book: https://bedfordsquarepublishers.co.uk/book/the-housefly-effect Sign up to my newsletter: https://www.nudgepodcast.com/mailing-list Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phill-agnew-22213187/ Watch Nudge on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nudgepodcast/ ---- Sources: van den Broek, E., & den Heijer, T. (2024). The Housefly Effect. Bedford Square Publishers. Bundesliga study | Brandes, L., & Franck, E. (2012). Social preferences or personal career concerns? Field evidence on positive and negative reciprocity in the workplace. Journal of Economic Psychology, 33(5), 925–939 McFlurry sales boosted by 55% | Walsh, N. (2024). Tune in: How to make smarter decisions in a noisy world. Bedford Square Publishers. Uber $5 apology | Halperin, B., Ho, B., List, J. A., & Muir, I. (2019). Toward an understanding of the economics of apologies: Evidence from a large-scale natural field experiment (No. w25676). National Bureau of Economic Research. https://doi.org/10.3386/w25676 Berger, J. (2013). Contagious: Why things catch on. Simon & Schuster. Gu, Y., Botti, S., & Faro, D. (2013). Turning the page: The impact of choice closure on satisfaction. Journal of Consumer Research, 40(2), 268–283.  Martin, S. J. (2024). Influence at work: Capture attention, connect with others, convince people to act. [Paperback]. Economist Edge. Yuan, Y., Liu, T. X., Tan, C., Chen, Q., Pentland, A., & Tang, J. (2020). Gift contagion in online groups: Evidence from WeChat red packets.

Vivimos tiempos de transformaciones tan aceleradas que constantemente debemos estar aprendiendo nuevos conceptos que definen los cambios profundos que controlan nuestras vidas. Uno de estos es el tecnofeudalismo. Esta nueva categorización se utiliza para explicar las condiciones que han hecho de las gigantescas corporaciones tecnológicas las dueñas del poder económico, cultural, educativo y político del mundo de hoy. Como se deduce, el término alude a una analogía con el sistema de los señores feudales de la Edad Media, pero adaptado a la era digital y la economía globalizada, de modo que los señores feudales amos de las “Big Tech” obtienen su principal insumo, no de actividades productivas como en el pasado (o incluso especulativas) sino de las rentas de uso de las plataformas, de la nube; razón por la cual se les conoce a esos amos como los nubelistas. Se trata entonces del triunfo de la renta sobre los beneficios que somete al vasallaje a casi todos porque casi todos -incluidos los viejos capitalistas- somos ahora “siervos de la nube”. Así pues, los nubelistas controlan las plataformas y los algoritmos en línea que condicionan las actividades diarias de miles de millones de personas en el mundo, desde la comunicación, el consumo, el entretenimiento, la educación y las nuevas formas de trabajo. Son Meta, Nvidia, Google, Amazon, Microsoft y Apple en Estados Unidos. ByteDance, Alibaba, Tencent, WeChat o AntFinancia en China. Poseen el control de la información y los recursos digitales, lo que los convierte además en actores políticos, que han aprovechado las vicisitudes de la gobernanza (tanto en democracia como en sistemas verticales de control de poder). Como sea, operan de manera dominante. Para conocer más de este término acuñado en los últimos años por destacados economistas como el francés Cédric Duran y el griego Yanis Varoufakis, conversaremos con el especialista en estrategia digital y producción de contenidos, Esteban Mora.

WeChat's new gift-giving feature lets you send gifts—but with a considerate twist: the recipient picks exactly what they want. In a culture where building connections is key, could this be a game-changer for gift-giving? Time to find out if this new feature is a hit or a miss! / Round Table's Happy Place (18:30)! On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Yushan

Fraudology is presented by Persona.The latest episode of Fraudology takes listeners on a journey through a multi-million dollar fraud case that spans continents and combines various scam techniques. This episode breaks down a plea agreement involving WeChat auctions of fraudulently obtained gift cards, elder fraud, romance scams, and large-scale Apple product fraud. Karisse explains how criminals target states with no sales tax, like New Hampshire, to maximize profits and details the intricate process of purchasing genuine products with stolen gift cards, shipping them overseas, and returning counterfeit items for store credit. The podcast sheds light on the staggering scale of the operation, with over $45 million in genuine Apple products purchased and nearly 2,000 counterfeit devices returned. Hendrick also shares insights from industry professionals, discussing the challenges in detecting sophisticated counterfeit products and the complexities of cryptocurrency transactions in fraud schemes. Don't miss this crucial exploration of modern fraud tactics and their far-reaching implications.Fraudology is hosted by Karisse Hendrick, a fraud fighter with decades of experience advising hundreds of the biggest ecommerce companies in the world on fraud, chargebacks, and other forms of abuse impacting a company's bottom line. Connect with her on LinkedIn She brings her experience, expertise, and extensive network of experts to this podcast semi weekly, on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

While the mainstream headlines often focus on the Magnificent Seven, we're diving into a global powerhouse that often flies under the radar — Tencent. Based in Shenzhen, China, Tencent is a giant in gaming, social media, and cloud services. From the creation of WeChat—a super-app with over a billion monthly users—to investments in companies like Tesla, Spotify, and Snapchat, Tencent's story is one of relentless innovation and strategic dominance.  Since its IPO in 2004, shares of Tencent have increased by nearly 500 times, producing an average annual return of 35% per year. To help cover the story of Tencent, Clay will be sharing what he learned from the book Influence Empire by Lulu Chen. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 01:54 - Tencent's journey from IPO to becoming a global tech powerhouse. 05:28 - Lessons from Pony Ma's leadership and Tencent's strategic vision. 18:33 - How Tencent's investments shaped global tech innovation and growth. 31:12 - The evolution and impact of WeChat as a transformative super-app. 49:11 - Insights into Tencent's dominance in the gaming industry. 57:15 - Challenges of navigating Chinese regulations and political risks. 01:08:47 - Tencent's role in AI, cloud services, and strategic share buybacks. And so much more! Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. BOOKS AND RESOURCES Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members. Chen's book: Influence Empire. Email Shawn at shawn@theinvestorspodcast.com to attend our free events in Omaha or visit this page. Related Episode: Listen to TIP661: Betting Big on China & Lessons from Bear Markets w/ Richard Lawrence. Related Episode: Listen to TIP636: Billionaire Investing Legend Li Lu w/ Clay Finck. Related Episode: Listen to TIP682: Buffett's Early Investments. Follow Clay on Twitter. Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here. Enjoy ad-free episodes when you subscribe to our Premium Feed. NEW TO THE SHOW? Get smarter about valuing businesses in just a few minutes each week through our newsletter, The Intrinsic Value Newsletter. Check out our We Study Billionaires Starter Packs. Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok. Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here. Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool. Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services. Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts. SPONSORS Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors: Found Netsuite Unchained Vanta The Bitcoin Way Fintool PrizePicks TurboTax HELP US OUT! Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a rating and review on Spotify! It takes less than 30 seconds, and really helps our show grow, which allows us to bring on even better guests for you all! Thank you – we really appreciate it! Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm

Topics covered between 00:02:11 and 00:48:33* Stock Market - Recovery or Dead Cat Bounce* Technological and Economic Implications: “Crash Human Wages” - “inevitably and necessarily”* Forget Digital ID — SMART Cities Will Use BiometricTopics covered between 00:49:31 and 01:30:15 Another Day, Another AI: A new AI video generator named "QWN" (pronounced "Quinn") has been introduced, which is free but highly censored, notably refusing to generate content with historical figures like George Washington.Musk's Twitter acquisition was always about what he's rolling out now X (formerly Twitter) is expanding into financial services, partnering with Visa for digital wallet and peer-to-peer payment features, aiming to become an "everything app" similar to WeChat.Roger Ver is seeking a pardon from Trump, arguing he's a victim of political persecution for his crypto advocacy and offering to be an evangelist for TrumpTopics covered between 01:32:59 and 02:02:01Decade-Long Battle Against Baby Part Trafficking Ends in VictoryShocking undercover videos where abortion providers discussed selling fetal organs for profit - even bargaining over parts like hearts and livers while eating! But Kamala Harris and her successor Xavier Becerra ignored the crimes and prosecuted the journalistsThe investigation uncovered that none other than Francis Collins and Anthony Fauci were among the recipients of these procured parts, using them for experiments like creating humanized miceA Brave New World: Meanwhile, the narrative takes a darker turn with the mention of new fertility research aiming to create babies from single individuals, hinting at a future where traditional family structures could be replaced by state-controlled "hatcheries" - a chilling nod to dystopian eugenics.Topics covered between 02:03:46 and 02:53:40 Navigating Economic Seas with David Bahnsen: Insights on Policy, Markets, and the FutureIntroduction:David Bahnsen, founder of the Bahnsen Group, joins the conversation with over $6 million in assets under management.Recognized by Barron's, Forbes, and Financial Times as one of America's top financial advisors.Economic and Policy Insights:Government Efficiency and Doge: Discussion on government commissions aimed at reducing waste, with a critical look at whether these efforts will have real impact or remain superficial.Fiscal Challenges: Highlighting the difficulties in managing federal spending, especially with entitlements like Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, which constitute a significant portion of the budget.Tariffs and Trade:Tariff Strategy: Bahnsen describes tariffs as negotiation tools rather than permanent policy, aimed at achieving broader policy objectives like border security and geopolitical influence.Tax Policy:Tax Reform: Discussion on extending or making permanent the tax cuts from 2017, and the complexities of tax policy within the political landscape.No Tax on Tips: A firm stance on fulfilling campaign promises like not taxing tips, reflecting Trump's campaign rhetoric.Economic Growth and AI Market Disruption:Business Expensing: Advocacy for 100% immediate business expensing to stimulate growth without government spending.Market Observations: Analysis of recent market volatility, particularly in tech sectors like AI and Nvidia, suggesting caution against overvaluation and speculative bubbles.Cryptocurrency and Financial Systems:Bitcoin and Crypto Market: Skepticism about cryptocurrencies as a stable reserve or currency, emphasizing their volatility and the impracticality of a Bitcoin reserve for the U.S.De-banking and Privacy: Concerns about privacy and control in financial systems, with a critique of the potential for backdoor CBDC functionality through stable coins."Full Time: Work and the Meaning of Life” by David BahnsenPhilosophy of Work: Bahnsen's book, "Full Time: Work and the Meaning of Life," exploring the intersection of work, purpose, and conservative values.  Bahnsen's perspective on work as integral to human dignity and purpose, critiquing notions like universal basic income and reduced work weeks.If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show Or you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7 Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

Topics covered between 00:02:11 and 00:48:33* Stock Market - Recovery or Dead Cat Bounce* Technological and Economic Implications: “Crash Human Wages” - “inevitably and necessarily”* Forget Digital ID — SMART Cities Will Use BiometricTopics covered between 00:49:31 and 01:30:15 Another Day, Another AI: A new AI video generator named "QWN" (pronounced "Quinn") has been introduced, which is free but highly censored, notably refusing to generate content with historical figures like George Washington.Musk's Twitter acquisition was always about what he's rolling out now X (formerly Twitter) is expanding into financial services, partnering with Visa for digital wallet and peer-to-peer payment features, aiming to become an "everything app" similar to WeChat.Roger Ver is seeking a pardon from Trump, arguing he's a victim of political persecution for his crypto advocacy and offering to be an evangelist for TrumpTopics covered between 01:32:59 and 02:02:01Decade-Long Battle Against Baby Part Trafficking Ends in VictoryShocking undercover videos where abortion providers discussed selling fetal organs for profit - even bargaining over parts like hearts and livers while eating! But Kamala Harris and her successor Xavier Becerra ignored the crimes and prosecuted the journalistsThe investigation uncovered that none other than Francis Collins and Anthony Fauci were among the recipients of these procured parts, using them for experiments like creating humanized miceA Brave New World: Meanwhile, the narrative takes a darker turn with the mention of new fertility research aiming to create babies from single individuals, hinting at a future where traditional family structures could be replaced by state-controlled "hatcheries" - a chilling nod to dystopian eugenics.Topics covered between 02:03:46 and 02:53:40 Navigating Economic Seas with David Bahnsen: Insights on Policy, Markets, and the FutureIntroduction:David Bahnsen, founder of the Bahnsen Group, joins the conversation with over $6 million in assets under management.Recognized by Barron's, Forbes, and Financial Times as one of America's top financial advisors.Economic and Policy Insights:Government Efficiency and Doge: Discussion on government commissions aimed at reducing waste, with a critical look at whether these efforts will have real impact or remain superficial.Fiscal Challenges: Highlighting the difficulties in managing federal spending, especially with entitlements like Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, which constitute a significant portion of the budget.Tariffs and Trade:Tariff Strategy: Bahnsen describes tariffs as negotiation tools rather than permanent policy, aimed at achieving broader policy objectives like border security and geopolitical influence.Tax Policy:Tax Reform: Discussion on extending or making permanent the tax cuts from 2017, and the complexities of tax policy within the political landscape.No Tax on Tips: A firm stance on fulfilling campaign promises like not taxing tips, reflecting Trump's campaign rhetoric.Economic Growth and AI Market Disruption:Business Expensing: Advocacy for 100% immediate business expensing to stimulate growth without government spending.Market Observations: Analysis of recent market volatility, particularly in tech sectors like AI and Nvidia, suggesting caution against overvaluation and speculative bubbles.Cryptocurrency and Financial Systems:Bitcoin and Crypto Market: Skepticism about cryptocurrencies as a stable reserve or currency, emphasizing their volatility and the impracticality of a Bitcoin reserve for the U.S.De-banking and Privacy: Concerns about privacy and control in financial systems, with a critique of the potential for backdoor CBDC functionality through stable coins."Full Time: Work and the Meaning of Life” by David BahnsenPhilosophy of Work: Bahnsen's book, "Full Time: Work and the Meaning of Life," exploring the intersection of work, purpose, and conservative values.  Bahnsen's perspective on work as integral to human dignity and purpose, critiquing notions like universal basic income and reduced work weeks.If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show Or you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7 Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

This week, we are joined by Ismael Valenzuela, VP of Threat Research & Intelligence, and Jacob Faires, Principal Threat Researcher, from Blackberry discussing the team's work on "LightSpy: APT41 Deploys Advanced DeepData Framework In Targeted Southern Asia Espionage Campaign." In April 2024, BlackBerry uncovered a significant evolution of the LightSpy malware campaign, attributed to Chinese cyber-espionage group APT41. The newly introduced DeepData framework, a modular Windows-based surveillance tool, expands data theft capabilities with 12 specialized plugins for tasks like communication surveillance, credential theft, and system intelligence gathering. The campaign targets a wide range of communication platforms, including WhatsApp, Signal, and WeChat, with advanced techniques for monitoring and stealing sensitive information from victims across the Asia-Pacific region. The research can be found here: LightSpy: APT41 Deploys Advanced DeepData Framework In Targeted Southern Asia Espionage Campaign Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TikTok may soon be banned in the United States due to its China ties, but some users are now migrating to a platform even more strongly linked to China's communist regime. The case with TikTok is now in the hands of the Supreme Court, which is weighing the constitutionality of banning the video app unless its China-based owner, ByteDance, sells it off. It appears the ban is likely to be upheld, and some TikTok users have been jumping to another platform that's even more Chinese—RedNote. Technically, the name is Xiaohongshu, which is Mandarin for “Little Red Book”—as in the teachings of former CCP leader Mao Zedong.In other news, TikTok may be just the first of many such companies that could be forced to either sell or get banned in the United States. The U.S. Department of Defense recently listed Tencent as a Chinese military company, and this could also have broad implications for tech and entertainment. Tencent owns the messaging app WeChat and has also been buying up large swaths of companies in the video game market—including many of the most popular games currently available. With the new designation, and with the passage of some recent U.S. laws, Tencent could soon go the way of TikTok.

Today we are joined by Steph Tolev! We Chat about ex boyfriend's, Growths and our childhoods.  Triv-Yall and some wild callers!! Give us a call!! ☎️ 442-777-3331 (Advice/Confess/Anything)