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ANR Industry News Highlights [Jun 2024]
The Asian General Chamber of New Retail (ANR) 亞洲新零售總會
ANR is on a mission to build a ecosystem connecting Funders, Founders, Brands, Experts, Services Providers in New Retail
In the digital age, information overload is a significant challenge. To help you stay informed, I've curated a list of the most trending and valuable news topics that Chinese netizens are interested in across various fields. By providing you with this information, you can stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the market.
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1. Innovation
1a. TikTok About to Change, AI Avatars Introduced
TikTok is introducing AI-generated avatars via its Symphony AI suite, allowing users to create personalized, multilingual avatars for global content. These avatars aim to enhance creator opportunities but raise concerns about misuse and diminished personal connection. Robust content moderation will be necessary to prevent unethical use.
1b. Synthesia’s Hyperrealistic Deepfakes Will Soon Have Full Bodies
Synthesia's AI-generated avatars will soon feature full-body movements and hand gestures, enhancing realism. Set to launch by year-end, these avatars can express complex emotions and perform actions like dancing. The update aims to make creating personalized avatars easier and faster, despite minor imperfections in hand movements.
1c. Music Labels Sue AI Companies Suno, Udio For US Copyright Infringement
Major record labels sued AI companies Suno and Udio for mass copyright infringement, alleging they used recordings to train music-generating AI systems. The lawsuits seek damages and claim the AI can recreate songs and vocals indistinguishable from famous artists, impacting human artists' work.
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2. Economy
2a. China Broadnet To Realise Watching TV On Handsets W/O Using Data Next Yr
China Broadnet is deploying and testing 5G NR broadcasting equipment, aiming for commercialization next year, enabling data-free TV viewing. Collaborations include ZTE, vivo, OPPO, Hisilicon, and MediaTek. The service will work without special hardware, reducing costs, and will be available to subscribers of all major operators.
2b. Polygon Takes Wraps Off Version 2.0
Polygon (MATIC) will reveal its 2.0 blueprint, addressing the Polygon PoS chain, token utility, and community governance. Polygon 2.0 envisions a network of ZK layer 2 chains, enabling seamless communication. Upcoming announcements will cover blockchain architecture, token, and governance.
2c. Farcaster Introduces USDC 1-Tap Payments On Warpcast
Farcaster has introduced USDC 1-tap payments for its Warpcast client, enabling easy crypto transactions with human-readable identities. Using the Base Ethereum scaling layer, it reduces fees and confirmation times. Farcaster's open protocol supports other currencies and chains, aiming to transform social media and crypto transactions.
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Read More: https://www.cryptotimes.io/2024/06/29/farcaster-introduces-usdc-1-tap-payments-on-warpcast/
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3. Society
3a. Hot Search: Construction Of T3 Terminal At Pudong Airport Should Start This Year
Construction of the T3 terminal at Pudong International Airport will start this year. Part of the Phase-IV expansion, it aims to enhance connectivity and passenger experiences. The terminal will feature innovative design, automated baggage sorting, and support 130 million passengers annually.
Read More: https://www.shine.cn/news/metro/2406273834/
3b. Hot Discussion: Shenzhen-Zhongshan Bridge Commissioned This Sun As New Northbound Travel Wave Expected
The Shenzhen-Zhongshan Bridge will be commissioned on June 30, shortening travel time to Zhongshan by 1.5 hours. This new link will facilitate easier northbound travel for Hongkongers and attract tourists to the Bay Area. Over 200 tourists on guided tours will use the bridge on its opening day.
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4. Culture
4a. Fast Growing App: Folder Widget - an app that enlarges your folders
4b. Fast Growing Game: Enter the Gungeon - a bullet hell roguelike game
Read More: https://www.taptap.cn/app/229007
4c. Fast Grossing Movie: Viva La Vida - a romance drama
Read More: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27935495/
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Contributed by: Mr Carri Yeung
#strategyconsulting | #digitaltransformation | #marketing
Website: www.carriinsights.com
Chairman at The Asian General Chamber of New Retail (ANR) | CEO at BGA | Guest Lecturer | Public Speaker| C-suite | New Retail | eCommerce | Asia | China Entry | Acceleration
5 个月Thanks for sharing