dao insights

Sep 3, 2024

Is this the end of an era for top livestreamers?

China's top livestreamers are becoming either entrepreneurs or celebrities. Meanwhile, more CEOs are joining livestreamers as merchant-led livestreams have been growing rapidly on multiple platforms since last year.

Jul 30, 2024

Laopu Gold: The rise of China’s ‘Hermès of gold’ in the luxury jewelry market

Despite its reputation for traditionally crafted gold jewelry and being dubbed the “Hermès of gold” luxury brand Laopu Gold faces stiff competition following its initial public offering in Hong Kong—challenging the brand to uphold its status in a competitive market.

Mar 28, 2024

How tech and brand support can help protect China’s stray animals

Despite the prevalence of digital campaigns to raise awareness about animal cruelty and suffering in the country, China still has a long way to go before it can move the needle on truly protecting its furry friends.

Mar 1, 2024

Where is China’s gaming industry headed next?

A draft legislation was published in December outlining plans to restrict in-game purchases in a bid to curb “obsessive” gaming behaviour in China. Then it disappeared. What happens next?

Jan 30, 2024

Made in China, sold by China: A practical guide to Chinese overseas retail platforms

Temu, Shein, TikTok Shop, AliExpress—the landscape of Chinese e-commerce retailers is far and wide. So, what differentiates them and where are they headed next?

Oct 30, 2023

How Chinese influencer Li Jiaqi’s outburst turned the poster child of C-beauty into a laughing stock

Dubbed China's 'Lipstick King', Li Jiaqi (Austin Li) has been no stranger to controversy. After issuing a tearful apology for mocking his fans who could not afford his products on Chinese live-streaming platforms in September, and #EyebrowPencilGate since, have his actions changed the perception of C-beauty forever?