Tobias

  • Dong Mingzhu and Meng Yutong’s Livestream Hits 5 Million: Gree Executive Says It Was “Simply a Date,” No Marketing Involved

    Gree’s Marketing Director, Zhu Lei, discussed the unexpected online reunion between Dong Mingzhu and former employee Meng Yutong. He clarified it was a natural interaction, not a marketing ploy, emphasizing genuine care and transparency. Despite speculation, Zhu stated there were no issues with the reunion. The live stream drew millions of views and significant sales. They also came together for a grand opening of the first-ever “Dong Mingzhu Healthy Home” flagship store.

    2025年6月8日
  • Hisense Laser TV X1: Revolutionizing Eye Care with Reflective Light Source

    Following “Eye Care Day,” this article addresses the growing vision health crisis, linking it to conventional TVs’ blue light emissions and potential impacts on children and the elderly. Hisense Laser TV X1, employing reflective projection technology and zero harmful blue light, is presented as a solution. Certified for low blue light and offering superior picture and sound, it aims to improve home theater experiences while prioritizing eye health.

    2025年6月8日
  • Wang Shuguo on Fuyao University of Technology’s Enrollment of 50: Tailored Learning Paths for Every Student

    Wang Shuguo, President of Fanya University of Technology, emphasizes individualized education. The university, initially enrolling 50 students, will offer customized learning programs and an “8-year university” model for doctoral degrees by age 26. Wang believes in the importance of education investments by entrepreneurs as a barometer of societal growth, and plans to expand the student body to 800-1000 in the coming years.

    2025年6月8日
  • JD.com and China Resources Forge Strategic Partnership: Richard Liu in Attendance

    JD.com and China Resources Group (CRC) have forged a strategic partnership, expanding their existing collaboration. The agreement, solidified at a signing ceremony attended by top executives, will focus on boosting ventures in areas such as Hong Kong and overseas business expansion, consumer initiatives, energy efficiency, commercial real estate, healthcare, and logistics. This move leverages CRC’s diverse portfolio and JD.com’s e-commerce expertise to drive mutual growth. CRC ranks 72nd on the 2024 Fortune Global 500.

    2025年6月8日
  • Do You Agree? Chinese EV Executives Sound Alarm on “Involuted” Competition Threatening Safety and Quality Standards

    At the 2025 Chongqing Auto Show, Chinese auto executives voiced concerns over intense price competition, advocating a shift to value-driven strategies. They emphasized prioritizing quality, technology, and service over aggressive price cuts, warning about the detrimental effects on the supply chain and long-term innovation. The consensus is to move away from price wars to achieve sustainable industry growth.

    2025年6月8日
  • Without Pay Stub: How Much Less Does Wang Sicong Make at Gree? Wang Ziru: Why I Left

    Former Gree Electric executive Wang Ziru discussed his departure in a livestream, hinting at friction stemming from proposed channel reforms. He emphasized the decision wasn’t solely his and highlighted positive relationships with colleagues. While details were guarded, he referenced public salary information and revealed his title wasn’t formally VP. Wang described his work at Gree as reshaping the sales system, driven by a sense of urgency and a desire for a lasting legacy.

    2025年6月8日
  • Musk Sr. Arrives in Moscow Amidst Sensitive Climate

    Errol Musk, Elon Musk’s father, attended a Moscow forum organized by Russian ideologue Alexander Dugin, sparking international interest. He discussed Elon’s relationship with Donald Trump, attributing the situation to a “mistake” and expecting a swift resolution. Errol believes his son opposes Democrats to counter their “stupid ideas.” The visit’s timing, coinciding with a Russian lawmaker’s asylum suggestion, highlights complex geopolitical dynamics.

    2025年6月8日
  • Limited Spots: Appliance Subsidies Paused in Multiple Regions, Signaling Potential New Policies

    China’s consumer “trade-in” subsidies, crucial for boosting domestic demand, are experiencing temporary pauses in several regions during the 618 shopping festival. Many cities are shifting from broad subsidies to a “grab-the-coupon” system or have suspended them entirely. This slowdown, potentially linked to dwindling funds, impacts appliance and digital device purchases. While retailer promotions continue, the future of these subsidies is uncertain, yet policy is anticipated to shift to a quota system to better moderate fund usage.

    2025年6月8日
  • Meta to Invest Billions in Scale AI, Potentially Setting New Private Funding Record

    Meta is in advanced talks to invest over $10 billion in AI data labeling startup Scale AI. This deal, if finalized, would be a historic private financing, reflecting the importance of data in the AI landscape. Scale AI, which provides data labeling services crucial for training machine learning models, has experienced rapid growth. Meta’s investment signals a shift toward external AI partnerships and supports its strategic focus on AI, including its Llama language model and AI-powered integrations across its platforms.

    2025年6月8日
  • Six Chinese AI Models Face Off in Gaokao Essay Contest: iFLYTEK Spark Leads the Pack

    iFLYTEK’s Spark AI won a Gaokao essay competition against other domestic AI models, scoring high on a challenging prompt about expression in adversity. The victory highlighted Spark’s profound reasoning, cultural understanding, and ability to construct a compelling narrative praised by educators. This achievement marks a significant step for domestic AI in education, driven by a “teaching-thinking chain” that delivers personalized learning. It signifies the potential for self-reliant AI education and personalized learning globally.

    2025年6月8日