InsightsGig workers in China have better protections, but there’s still a long way to goNew regulations aim to improve gig workers’ pay and labor conditions. 5 mins read
The battery swapping service sector will be worth hundreds of billions of yuan by 2025. NewsMeituan to build charging network for electric bikes2 mins read
Several major mutual aid platforms have been suspended this year, while regulators are determined to rein in tech firms’ control of insurance-like services. NewsDidi suspends mutual aid service as China tightens fintech regulations2 mins read
A loophole makes it possible for malicious actors to take over accounts on Meituan and Dianping. NewsAfter USD 533 million antitrust fine, Meituan faces public criticism for alleged account security flaw2 mins read
WeChat, Taobao, and Meituan were found to be accessing users’ photos and locations in ways that users deem ‘excessively intrusive.’ NewsMajor mobile apps in China extensively mine personal data, sparking social media outrage2 mins read
Under adjusted rules, drivers and vehicles that lack ride-hailing permits will be taken offline. NewsChina’s Ministry of Transportation warns ride-hailing platforms against performing ‘illegal’ operations2 mins read
Chinese tech firms are looking at autonomous solutions as a viable alternative for last-mile deliveries. InsightsChinese firms turn to autonomous delivery to counter rising costs of gig labor4 mins read
China is tightening regulations for the country’s sharing economy. NewsMeituan faces new antitrust probe into 2018 acquisition of bike-sharing firm Mobike2 mins read
Meituan will relax its brutally efficient order dispatching and route navigation algorithms. NewsMeituan improves conditions for delivery riders as Q2 revenue impresses2 mins read