Headlines from China: China’s Uber Taps into Film & TV Business

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Various news sources reported that Beijing Xiaoju Keji Co., Ltd., the operator of DiDi Chuxing (also known as China's Uber) has found a new media and entertainment company named Beijing Li Li Cheng Media Co. Read More

Authorities to Arcades: No Kids Under 18 Except on Holidays

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The new rule, which will come into effect in January, is the Chinese government’s latest effort to curb gaming addiction among teens and young children. Read More

Headlines from China: ‘The Farewell’ Cancels November 22 Release

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The November 22 China release of 2019 drama film "The Farewell" has been cancelled. A new release date is yet to be determined. Read More

Douyin, TikTok notch 1.5 billion downloads across iOS and Android

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TikTok is still one of the world’s most popular apps despite a deceleration in 2019. Read More

Headlines from China: Golden Rooster Awards Return to Annual Schedule

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No longer a biannual event, China's Golden Rooster Awards are switching to an annual schedule. Read More

Bilibili Notches Q3 Revenue Beat, But Losses Widen as Expansion Takes Hold

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The platform is broadening beyond its ACG roots to online learning and music. Read More

Headlines from China: Juliette Binoche Named IFFAM Talent Ambassador

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Binoche joins the IFFAM talents array with previously announced Hong Kong star Carina Lau and South Korean actor Kim Junmyeon (SUHO). Read More

‘Ne Zha’ Filmmakers Sued for Alleged Plagiarism

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A Beijing-based production company claims the animated blockbuster bears ‘striking similarities’ to its musical. Read More

Headlines from China: ‘Knives Out’ Lands China Release Date

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Helmed by Star Wars: The Last Jedi director Rian Johnson, the 2019 American film 'Knives Out' has been set for release in China on November 29. Read More

Tencent’s Profits Fall in Q3 Amid Rising Competition for Ad Budget

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Media advertising revenue fell 28% year on year to RMB 3.7 billion due to weaker performance from platforms such as Tencent Video, which was affected by the challenging economic environment and unpredictability in scheduling major content releases. Read More

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