9:01 AM | Yuanji Dumpling was investigated for having foreign objects mixed in the food; Xiaohongshu responded to the concentrated account bans; TikTok opposes the legislation in many countries that prohibits minors from using social media.
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Yuanji Yunjiao wird wegen Fremdkörpern in Lebensmitteln untersucht
Kürzlich meldete das Marktaufsichtsamt im Bezirk Haidian, Peking, dass Yuanji Yunjiao, betrieben von der Beijing Fuxue Catering Management Development Co., Ltd., wegen Fremdkörpern in Lebensmitteln untersucht wird. Der Name und die Adresse des Geschäfts stimmen mit dem vorherigen Beschwerdefall überein, bei dem ein Verbraucher angeblich einen Wurm in seinem Essen fand.
In der Mitteilung heißt es weiter, dass zwei weitere Unternehmen, nämlich das Beijing Xin Xinscheng Catering-Geschäft und das Beijing Xingran Catering Co., Ltd., beide unter dem Namen "Yuanji Yunjiao", ihre Verantwortlichkeiten nicht ausreichend wahrgenommen haben und zur Korrektur sowie zur Verwarnung aufgefordert wurden. Gleichzeitig erhielten die Marken Xicha und Cai Lan Dim Sum ebenfalls Warnungen, weil sie unhygienische Küchenumgebungen aufwiesen und verarbeitete Zutaten nicht richtig gelagert wurden, um Verunreinigungen zu vermeiden. (Jiangsu Nachrichten, Neue Gelbe Flut)
Xiaohongshu antwortet auf Massenaccount-Sperren: Angepasste Rückmeldungen möglich
Kürzlich berichteten zahlreiche Nutzer, dass sie ohne vorherige Warnung von Xiaohongshu gesperrt wurden. Einige Nutzer meinten, die Strafe sei zu hart, während andere die Sperre als mysteriös bezeichneten. Xiaohongshu-Kundendienst reagierte, man habe die Vorfälle notiert und werde sie intern überprüfen. Je nach Benutzerfeedback würden angepasste Antworten gegeben. Der offizielle Kundenservice stellte klar, dass Kontostrafen ausschließlich mit dem Grad des Verstoßes zusammenhängen und auf erhaltenen internen Benachrichtigungen basieren. Wenn die Strafdauer erwähnt wurde, wird die Sperre zu diesem Zeitpunkt automatisch aufgehoben, ansonsten ist sie permanent. (Sina Technology, Shanhai Video)
TikTok lehnt gesetzliches Verbot der sozialen Medien für Minderjährige in mehreren Ländern ab
Nach Australien, das ein Gesetz verabschiedet hat, um Nutzern unter 16 Jahren die Nutzung sozialer Medien zu verbieten, erwägen auch Länder wie Schweden, Norwegen, Großbritannien, Frankreich, Indonesien und Papua-Neuguinea ähnliche Beschränkungen. Die Social-Media-Giganten TikTok und Meta kritisieren diesen Schritt, da noch viele Fragen offen bleiben. Ob das Verbot Jugendliche vor Schäden im Internet schützen kann oder sie in gefährlichere Online-Bereiche treibt, bleibt umstritten. Gleichzeitig stellt die Verbreitung generativer KI eine neue Herausforderung dar, die sowohl Chancen als auch Risiken für Jugendliche und Kinder mit sich bringt. (Pengpai Nachrichten)
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Reaktion des PR-Leiters von Jiyue, Xu Jiyi, auf die Entlassungsmail
Am Morgen des 20. Dezember tauchten Berichte auf, dass die Firma Jiyue eine interne E-Mail herausgegeben habe, in der sie den Vertrag des PR-Leiters Xu Jiyi auflöst, weil er unangemessene Äußerungen über die Spaltung der Belegschaft gemacht habe. Xu Jiyi reagierte daraufhin mit der Aussage, er habe zuvor keine Benachrichtigung erhalten und konnte keinen Kontakt zur HR-Abteilung oder zum CEO aufnehmen. Er schloss nicht aus, dass jemand ohne Erlaubnis auf seinen Account zugegriffen habe.
Am Nachmittag desselben Tages schrieb Xu Jiyi erneut, dass es sich wahrscheinlich um eine unechte Mitteilung handele und lud seine Kollegen ein, "etwas Interessantes zu klären". Basierend auf den aktuellen Informationen ist es unklar, ob Xu Jiyi tatsächlich entlassen wurde. Jiyue befindet sich derzeit in einem Informationschaos. (ITHome, Sina Technology)
Untersuchungsstelle für Vorkommnisse im Straßenverkehr AIC M7 bestraft
Am 18. Dezember wurde die Shenzhen Nanyue Assessment Company für Wirtschaftsinformationen bestraft, weil sie ohne entsprechende Autorisierung Gutachten erstellt hatte. Diese Firma war für die Untersuchung des Verkehrsunfalls an einem WTI M7 in Guangzhou verantwortlich.
Am 6. Juli ereignete sich ein Verkehrsunfall mit einem Fahrzeug vom Typ WTI M7. Im November veröffentlichte der Unfallfahrer in sozialen Medien einen von Nanyue erstellten Bericht, der das Versagen der Bremsanlage fünf Sekunden vor dem Aufprall und das Festhaken des Gaspedals auf 100% Auslastung schilderte. Es stellte sich auch heraus, dass die automatische Notbremsfunktion nicht reagierte und wichtige Aufzeichnungen aus dem Fahrtenschreiber manuell gelöscht wurden. Der Bericht des Fahrzeugherstellers hatte Daten und Ergebnisse, die bearbeitet und unvollständig waren. Der Fall befindet sich mittlerweile im Gerichtsverfahren. (First Financial Daily)
Nach Abschaffung der geteilten Baufläche sollten Steuern und Gebühren auf Wohnfläche basieren, sagt Experte
Innerhalb einer Woche haben zwei Städte angekündigt, die systematische Abschaffung der geteilten Baufläche einzuleiten. Ein Immobilienexpert sagte, dass es eine wichtige Aufgabe der Immobilienbranche im Jahr 2025 sei, die gemeinsame Nutzfläche zu streichen, um das Vertrauen der Käufer zu stärken und den Stopp der Marktflaute zu unterstützen. Damit die Reform effektiv umgesetzt wird, muss ein neues System zur Berechnung von Steuern und Gebühren auf Basis der reinen Wohnfläche entwickelt werden. Dieses könnte auch das traditionelle Geschäftsfeld der Branche erschüttern und neue Regulierungen erfordern. (First Financial)
Downloads für den Modifier von "Black Myth" übersteigen 6 Millionen
The Game "Black Myth: Wukong," which was launched on August 20, is receiving international praise after four months on the market. However, many players struggle with its difficulty, especially those new to AAA games find themselves often stuck at early bosses. As a result, many chose to join the "Feng Ling Yue Ying Sect" by using a game modifier to overcome these bosses.
On December 19, the official website for Feng Ling Yue Ying reported that the download count for the Black Myth modifier has surpassed six million. This figure only includes official channel downloads, not social media or third-party website downloads. The total number of global users is estimated to exceed 10 million. (Fast Technology)
First physical store of Xiang Piao Piao sells milk tea for 9 yuan
On December 20, Xiang Piao Piao opened its first store at the Yintai Pedestrian Street, Xihu District, Hangzhou. Originally known for its cup-packaged tea, the brand has now entered the on-site tea-making business. The store offers nine products priced between 9 and 12 yuan.
Xiang Piao Piao views the store as a new platform to interact with consumers and hopes to provide a fully immersive experience with its unique two-bubble milk teas while gathering feedback to improve products. (First Financial)
Personnel changes at FAW Group show significant adjustments at FAW-Volkswagen and Liberation
Recently, personnel changes at FAW Group have entered the public notice period. Reliable internal sources have revealed some details. Major changes are evident at both FAW-Volkswagen and FAW-Liberation. FAW-Volkswagen's general manager Pan Zhanfu is set to transition to a specialized external board member role at subsidiaries of Qingdao Company Mould Company. Jiang Bo will replace Jin Xianzhen as deputy general manager of FAW-Volkswagen Co., Ltd., who will transition to the role of general manager of the Group's Safety and Environmental Protection Department. Wei Qiang will serve as the disciplinary committee secretary of FAW-Volkswagen Co., Ltd.; Ne Qiang will take on the role of vice party secretary; Wu Yingkai will become deputy general manager and general manager of FAW-Volkswagen Sales Co., Ltd.; and Li Fenggang will serve as executive vice general manager and party secretary of FAW-Audi Sales Co., Ltd. Significant adjustments have also been made in the liberation sector. Li Sheng will serve as chairman and party secretary of FAW Lib Group Co., Ltd, and Yu Changxin will take on the role of general manager and vice party secretary. (China Economic Net)
Delivery time for Xiaopeng P7+ model shortens to 5-8 weeks
According to 36Kr, Xiaopeng P/G series product development director Wu Andong posted on Weibo that delivery times for the Xiaopeng P7+ have been reduced to 5-8 weeks after three rounds of production increases. Compared to when it was first launched, the delivery cycle has shortened by over three weeks, allowing some pre-ordered customers to receive their cars before the Spring Festival.
Car manufacturers venture into low-altitude economy
In the past week, several leading companies in China's automotive industry have announced progress in flying cars. On December 14, Xiaopeng Huitian's "Terrestrial Aircraft Carrier" made its debut in Shanghai, successfully completing a test flight in Lujiazui. On December 18, GAC Group unveiled its flight car brand, High Domain, and a composite-wing flight car sample, intending to use self-developed all-solid-state batteries. December 21 marked Chang'an Automobile's agreement with relevant companies for pioneering research on flying cars. As more mainstream automotive companies in China accelerate their flying car research, company officials and industry experts highlight the focus on electric and intelligent technologies, pushing automotive competition beyond traditional scopes. Low-altitude economy emerges as a new strategic focus for automotive giants, prompting industry chain companies to embrace this cross-industry opportunity. (Shanghai Securities News)
OPPO China President Li Jie: Future mobile GPU chips will be replaced
According to 36Kr, OPPO China President Li Jie predicts that, based on user experience and technological advancement, future mobile graphics chips will be abandoned. Instead, more smartphone manufacturers will adopt flagship platforms' native GPU frame expansion capabilities.
CATL Chocolate Battery Swap Station lands in Chongqing with plans for 57 stations by 2025
On December 20, it was announced that CATL's Chocolate battery swap station will be operational in Chongqing by the end of 2024, with 16 stations set to be completed. It is expected that by 2025, 57 stations will be constructed in the Chongqing region. On December 18, CATL stated plans to build 1,000 Chocolate battery stations by 2025, including expansion into Hong Kong and Macau. This aligns with broader cooperation goals of 10,000 stations through partnerships, ultimately reaching 30,000 stations. (Financial Association)
Starbucks union plans strike in three American cities
The union representing over 10,000 Starbucks baristas announced that members would initiate a five-day strike starting December 20 in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Seattle stores due to unresolved issues on wages, staffing, and scheduling. The union, representing workers from 525 Starbucks stores nationwide, indicated that the strike might escalate to "hundreds of stores" nationwide by Christmas Eve. Starbucks stated that the union abruptly ended this week's negotiating session, but the company is prepared to continue talks. (Interface News)
Walmart acknowledges slow progress on emission reduction, unlikely to meet 2025 and 2030 targets
Walmart announced on December 19 that barriers like energy policies, infrastructural limitations, and availability of low-carbon technology may hinder its goal to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 35% and 65% by 2025 and 2030, respectively, from 2015 levels. Walmart indicated these goals are unlikely to be met and expressed intentions to reassess its climate objectives in 2025. (Interface News)
Sony invests nearly 50 billion yen to acquire largest stake in Japan's Kadokawa Corporation
Sony Group announced on December 19 a capital and business partnership with Japan's content giant Kadokawa Group (KADOKAWA), aiming to invest close to 50 billion yen (~$3.2 billion) to purchase new shares, raising its stake to about 10% and becoming the largest shareholder. Kadokawa plans to allocate 20 billion yen to develop and acquire new IPs and 29.7 billion yen to enhance global distribution. Kadokawa Group owns well-known game developer FromSoftware and has businesses in publishing, video, web services, etc., with brands like Kadokawa Books. (Interface News)
Intel selects next round of bidders for Altera chip business
Insider sources revealed that Intel has selected a batch of companies for the next round of bidding for its Altera subsidiary. This demonstrates the troubled chip maker's progress in advancing the process initiated before the former CEO's resignation. Private equity firms like Francis Partners, Silver Lake Management, and Lattice Semiconductor Co. are set to compete. Apollo Global Management and Bain Capital also seek to acquire Altera. Intel requests that bidding entities submit official proposals by late January, with possibilities for other bidders to emerge or for the bidding to fall apart. (Interface News)
FedEx to spin-off $30 billion freight division focusing on core business
FedEx announced plans to spin off its freight division as a separate publicly-traded company, aiming to streamline operations led by CEO Raj Subramaniam. The announcement was made alongside their second-quarter earnings report and indicates plans for the spin-off within the next 18 months. In June, FEDEX disclosed it was evaluating this business, driving market predictions of a potential spin-off or sale. Bloomberg industry research estimates the division's enterprise value over $30 billion. (Sina Finance)
AI Insights
OpenAI announces collaborative app integration for desktop ChatGPT
On December 19, OpenAI announced that the desktop ChatGPT now features a "Work with Apps" function supporting native app automation. Besides integrating with programming applications like VS Code and Xcode, the desktop version of ChatGPT also incorporates office apps like Apple Notes, Notion, and Quip. The advanced voice mode can collaboratively operate with these applications. OpenAI stated that the new feature is now available on MacOS ChatGPT for Plus, Pro, Teams, Enterprise, and Education users, with plans to expand to Windows and free users in 2025. (Interface News)
Tencent and Honor establish strategic partnership
According to 36Kr, Tencent and Honor have signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Shenzhen. Long-term collaboration will leverage Honor's strengths in terminals, AI, and ecosystem construction with Tencent's resources in cloud computing, content platforms and gaming technology.
State Grid releases nation's first hundred-billion-level multi-modal power industry model in collaboration with Alibaba
36Kr reports that on December 19, the State Grid Corporation of China launched the Guangming Power Model, supported by technical frameworks from companies like Alibaba. The Guangming Power Model establishes itself as a hundred-billion-level multi-modal model focused on the power sector. Implementations of this model are already applied in planning, operation, maintenance, and customer services within the electric power grid.
Google releases similar inference model to OpenAI o1
On December 19, Google launched a new "inference" model, Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking. The experimental model simulates the thought process in response generation, similar to OpenAI's o1. Demonstrating deep visualization of the logical process, it is available in Google AI Studio as an experimental model and can also be accessed via the Gemini API. (Interface News)
Totem Engine President Tan Dai discusses Doubao model pricing: Fair margin even with low prices
According to 36Kr, Totem Engine President Tan Dai remarked on Doubao large model pricing, ensuring a fair profit even with competitive rates. The pricing reflects technical excellence, engineering capability, and hardware-software integration potential, emphasizing transparent commercial strategies that avoid high list prices and steep discounts to extend AI accessibility to more customers, particularly individual developers and small to mid-sized enterprises.
Microsoft becomes NVIDIA's largest customer: Purchase of 485,000 Hopper chips accounts for 20% of revenue
According to a report by market research firm Omdia, Microsoft has become NVIDIA's largest customer for AI chips in 2024, buying 485,000 of NVIDIA's Hopper units, doubling the amount purchased by second-largest customer Meta. Tech giants like Microsoft, Meta, OpenAI, and Google are vying for dominance in AI. Omdia reported that compared to competitors, Microsoft has bought the most NVIDIA AI chips in 2024, tripling its purchase compared to 2023, and accounted for 20% of NVIDIA's past year revenue. (Sina Technology)
Investments
"Youpora Technology" completes multi-billion RMB Series B funding
According to 36Kr, "Youpora Technology" has completed a Series B funding, raising several billion RMB. Led by Hefei Investment, it attracted follow-on investments from Xuzhou Development Fund and Bosch Ventures, to support the expansion of Youpora's Super VAN production and capacity, thereby accelerating its growth in the electric commercial vehicle market and the global implementation of skateboard chassis technology.
"Greater Bay Bio" announces completion of first stage of Series B financing
36Kr reports, "Greater Bay Bio" has successfully completed the first stage of its Series B financing. Investees include well-known fund managers and affiliated Tyson Capital Babbitt Accelerators, with additional investment from Hong Kong Science and Technology Park Venture Fund and a Hong Kong family office. The funds will be used to develop Greater Bay Bio's intelligent drug discovery ecosystem and further expand its impact in global biopharmaceutical development, marking a new milestone in international biotech pharmaceutical development.
"Shanghai Weixiang Space" completes tens of millions of RMB financing
According to 36Kr, "Shanghai Weixiang Space" has raised tens of millions of RMB in its latest financing round, completed with participation from Pudong Angel Mother Fund under Pudong Venture Capital. Funds will be used primarily to accelerate product development, further accelerate the construction of the city's metaverse spatial computing platform and AI temporal and spatial models.
Cool Products
Liangdao Intelligence launches Gen2 Mini Solid-State LiDAR
According to 36Kr, Liangdao Intelligence has officially launched the Gen2 Mini solid-state LiDAR product for the global market. This product achieves significant volume reduction and offers quick integration deployment solutions for customers spanning various fields, including drones, humanoid robots, and smart security, aiming to enhance the compactness of intelligent devices.
Shanji Technology officially releases its first AI glasses
According to 36Kr, hardware brand Shanji Technology officially announced the release of its first AI glasses - Shanji AI "Tap Glasses" A1. Shanji A1 features the self-developed AI memory system Loomo OS, integrating AI cloud storage, AI fast memory, Agent Store, Cloud AI Center, and security services, with connectivity to leading domestic large model vendors like Yitu, iFLYTEK, and more.
Compiled by｜ Wang Xinye