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Apple Clears WeChat for iPhone 16 as Talks Persist Over App Fees

3 months ago

Apple has announced that the WeChat app, popular among users in China, will be available on the new iPhone 16 devices. This decision comes as a result of intense negotiations between Apple and Tencent, the owner of WeChat, concerning fees for using the app within the Apple ecosystem.

Alibaba Embraces WeChat Pay: Signs of Tech Barriers Falling in China

3 months ago

A new era in the Chinese tech market is upon us as Alibaba announces its decision to integrate WeChat Pay, the payment platform owned by Tencent. This event not only indicates a potential softening of historical antagonisms between two of China's largest tech giants but also opens up new opportunities for users and businesses in a rapidly changing digital landscape.

Tencent and NetEase Rethink Their Strategies in the Japanese Market

3 months ago

Chinese tech giants Tencent and NetEase are beginning to reevaluate their approaches to the Japanese gaming market, given the challenges they are facing. Meanwhile, Japanese gamers are showing increasing interest in foreign titles. Reports indicate that overseas game sales have been more successful than their own projects in the local market. This has prompted the companies to consider the need for changes in their strategies.