Meitu
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Meitu’s AI Powers $400M Profit in Six Months; Founder Says Real Competition Isn’t Big Tech But Startups
Meitu, once known for image editing, is experiencing an AI-driven resurgence, with its stock surging. The company’s first-half 2025 revenue reached RMB 1.8 billion, a 12.3% year-over-year increase, and net profit soared by 30.8% to nearly RMB 400 million, exceeding its entire 2023 earnings. CEO Wu Xinhong attributes the growth to AI-powered subscriptions and views nimble startups as the biggest threat, emphasizing the need to act fast and strategically partner to stay competitive in the rapidly evolving AI imaging market.
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Meitu’s AI Flash Feature Soars: Recognized in 2025 Global AI Super Apps TOP 50
A “2025 Global AI Super App TOP 50” list highlights significant growth in the AI application market, which surpassed $500 billion. The ranking features prominent Chinese apps like DeepSeek and Doubao alongside global leaders such as ChatGPT and Gemini. Meitu’s inclusion is attributed to its strong user base and AI innovation, particularly in image and design. The list emphasizes AI apps’ evolution into societal infrastructure driving widespread technological advancement and democratization.
