Headlines from China: Why iQiyi Taps Into Original Films

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Here is why Chinese streaming giant iQiyi taps into original films and how its plan is different from Netflix's plan for original films. Read More

Headlines from China: iQiyi Announces A Plan for Original Movies

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On May 10, Chinese video streaming giant iQiyi hosted its annual conference in Beijing. At the conference, iQiyi announced a grand plan for original movies. Read More

Headlines from China: Video Platform iQiyi Aims to Raise $1.05 Billion in Convertible Bonds

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Baidu-backed Chinese video streaming platform iQiyi announced on Tuesday that the company was looking to raise $1.05 billion in convertible bonds. Read More

Headlines from China: Differences Between iQiyi and Netflix, According to iQiyi Report

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As iQiyi just released the company’s 2018 financial report, we take a look at the differences between iQiyi and Netflix based on this report. Read More

Bytedance Sues iQiyi for Streaming Boy Band Episode of An Original Show

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Beijing’s Haidian Court announced that it’s accepted a suit by content purveyor Bytedance against Baidu’s video platform iQiyi for allegedly streaming an episode of an original show. Read More

iQiyi Takes A Stand Against Bytedance, Tencent with New Vertical Video Channel

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Chinese video streaming platform iQiyi has launched a new channel in its mobile app dedicated to portrait mode viewing, as it moves to take on short-video platforms that helped popularize the format. Read More

iQiyi Recaps Strong Year with “Screening Night 2019”

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When scalpers outside the venue are asking for extra tickets instead of selling them, and the spectators don’t hesitate for even a second to walk straight in, you know there must be a huge event on that no one wants to miss. Read More

Headlines from China: iQiyi’s Subscription Revenue Surpasses Advertising Revenue in Q3

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On October 31, Chinese online video giant iQiyi (NASDAQ: IQ) released the company's performance report for the third quarter of 2018. According to the report, iQiyi's subscription revenue surpasses its advertising revenue for the first time. Read More

‘The Story of Yanxi Palace’ Drives iQiyi Revenue as Profits Remain Elusive

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Chinese period drama 'The Story of Yanxi Palace' garnered over 20 billion views between July and September, driving third-quarter user growth and revenue for iQiyi. Still, China’s leading video platform remains mired in red ink. Read More

Headlines from China: iQiyi Brings Three Films to Pingyao International Film Festival

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While the three iQiyi films at the PYIFF are relatively indie and artsy, the company also has big plans to produce big-budget films for a mass audience. Read More

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