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2025.04.16

22:40

Chinese cross-border e-commerce platforms are booming in the U.S., with downloads of Dunhuang.com soaring by 940%

Due to the abuse of tariffs by the United States, many Chinese suppliers and manufacturers have produced videos and put them on the short video social media platform TikTok to tell consumers about how China cooperates with world-renowned brands, and explain that many people think that the products made in Europe are actually made in China, and that they can directly purchase "good products from the source" through Chinese cross-border e-commerce platforms. Many videos also directly provide website links and contact information to guide viewers to place orders directly with these suppliers. As a result, these videos have greatly increased the popularity of the Chinese cross-border e-commerce platform Dunhuang.com. Data shows that in the Apple iOS App Store, Dunhuang.com was downloaded 65,100 times in the United States on April 13, an increase of 940%. In addition to Dunhuang.com, Chinese cross-border e-commerce platforms such as Pinduoduo Cross-border Platform and AliExpress have also attracted the attention of American consumers.

2025.04.09

18:02

The Ministry of Commerce spokesperson answered questions from reporters regarding the US's extension of the TikTok executive order

China has noted the relevant situation. China reiterates that the Chinese government has always respected and protected the legitimate rights and interests of enterprises, created a market-oriented, rule-of-law, and internationalized first-class business environment, and opposed practices that ignore the laws of the market economy, plunder, and damage the legitimate rights and interests of enterprises. China respects equal, voluntary, and fair business practices among enterprises. Specific business arrangements must comply with Chinese laws, including the export of technology, which must be approved by the Chinese government in accordance with the law.

2025.04.07

15:53

Ministry of Foreign Affairs responds to issues related to TikTok

On the afternoon of April 7, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a regular press conference, and a reporter asked questions about TikTok. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian: Regarding issues related to TikTok, China has previously stated its principled position many times. China will handle relevant issues in accordance with Chinese laws and regulations, and the United States should provide an open, fair, just and non-discriminatory business environment for Chinese companies operating in the United States.

2025.04.06

14:41

Holiday News Review: my country imposes 34% tariff on all imported goods originating from the United States

Important news that affected the market during the Qingming Festival include: the Chinese government issued its position on opposing the US's abuse of tariffs; the State Council Tariff Commission: a 34% tariff will be imposed on all imported goods originating in the United States; the Ministry of Commerce added 16 US entities to the export control list; Trump spoke with representatives of Vietnam, India and Israel on tariff negotiations; U.S. non-farm payrolls increased by 228,000 in March, significantly higher than expected; Trump once again urged a rate cut, and the Federal Reserve Chairman said: It's too early; Trump announced that he would give TikTok another 75-day grace period for the ban, ByteDance's latest statement; the three major U.S. stock indices closed down sharply on the 4th, and the Nasdaq entered a bear market.

2025.04.05

14:33

Buffett supports Trump's tariff plan? Response: Fake

On the 4th local time, US President Trump reposted a video originally posted on TikTok and then moved to the social media X through the social media "Real Social". The video, in the form of "slide + dubbing commentary", claimed that the famous American investor and "stock god" Warren Buffett supports the Trump administration's tariff plan. In the video, the voice-over playing the Buffett clip said: "Trump caused the stock market to plummet by 20% this month, but he did it on purpose. That's why Warren Buffett just said that Trump is introducing the best economic measures he has seen in more than 50 years." After Trump reposted the video, Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway quickly denied the claim. The company said in a statement: "There are currently reports circulating on social media (including X, Facebook and TikTok) about Warren Buffett's remarks, all of which are false." The US Consumer News and Business Channel (CNBC) verified this statement with Buffett on the 4th. Buffett said he wanted to combat false information in an era when false rumors can spread immediately. Buffett told CNBC he would not make any comments on the market, the economy or tariffs between now and Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting on May 3.

02:42

ByteDance spokesperson: We have discussed possible solutions for TikTok in the United States with the US government, but no agreement has been reached yet.

01:41

Trump: The (US) government has been working very hard to make a deal to save TikTok.

01:39

Trump: I don't want TikTok to "stop service".

01:37

Trump: Great progress has been made on the TikTok deal. I am signing an executive order to ensure TikTok continues to operate for an additional 75 days.

2025.04.03

13:11

OnlyFans' owner has put in a bid to buy TikTok US

10:34

2024 Global Mobile Publisher Revenue TOP50: Tencent Remains at the Top

Sensor Tower's latest "2024 Global Mobile Publisher Revenue TOP50" list is officially out. In 2024, global consumers' payments in the mobile application market will exceed US$150 billion for the first time, a year-on-year increase of 13%; at the same time, the market's top competition is prominent, and the industry's innovation momentum is strong. Among the top ten, Tencent (No. 1) continues to top the list, and continues to maintain its leading position with its full ecological layout in games, social networking and other fields. ByteDance (No. 2) has relied on the TikTok ecosystem and global layout, and its revenue has surged by 38.2% year-on-year, ranking second. Google (No. 3) and Microsoft (No. 4) still maintain a solid position in the market, and Scopely (No. 5) has become the biggest dark horse of the year with a high growth rate of 57.1%.

2025.04.02

06:12

The White House: The White House plans to hold a meeting on TikTok in the Oval Office tomorrow. Trump is expected to meet with senior cabinet officials and the vice president to discuss potential investors in TikTok.

04:06

According to CBS: The White House meeting on TikTok will involve officials including U.S. Vice President Vance, U.S. Commerce Secretary Lutnick, National Security Advisor Waltz and Director of National Intelligence Gabbard. The Trump administration is finalizing plans for potential investors, which may include Blackstone Group and Oracle.

04:06

According to CBS: US President Trump will consider his final proposal for TikTok tomorrow.

2025.03.31

17:42

Trump claims there are many buyers interested in TikTok

TikTok's "sale or ban" "grace period" in the United States is approaching. On March 30 local time, US President Trump said that he would reach an agreement with TikTok's parent company ByteDance on the sale of this short video app with 170 million monthly active users in the United States before the April 5 deadline. According to Reuters on March 30, Trump told reporters on Air Force One that day that there were "many potential buyers" for the deal. "There is a lot of interest in TikTok," Trump added, "I hope to see TikTok survive." TikTok did not immediately comment on this.

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