China social media
China social media
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From Baidu Tieba to Weibo: Tracing the Roots of Modern Chinese Internet Humor
Explore how Chinese internet humor evolved from Baidu Tieba forums to viral Weibo memes, blending satire, wordplay, and cultural resistance in a unique digital landscape.
2025-10-09
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Inside China’s Meme Economy: How Netizens Monetize Humor on Douyin
Explore how Chinese netizens turn humor into profit on Douyin, leveraging memes for live gifts, brand deals, and merchandise in a booming digital economy.
2025-10-09
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The Psychology Behind China’s Most Popular Emojis and Emoji Packs
Explore the hidden meanings behind China's most popular emojis and sticker packs, from social harmony to generational humor.
2025-10-09
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Why Everyone in China is Suddenly 'Feeling the Blues' (in a Meme Way)
Discover why #FeelingTheBlues has gone viral across China's social media—and what it reveals about Gen Z's emotional landscape beneath the irony.
2025-10-08
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Decoding the Hidden Meaning Behind China’s Viral Emoji Combos
Crack the code on China’s viral emoji combos — from 🍑🐰 to 🍓🌊👀 — and discover how Gen Z uses playful symbols to communicate under censorship.
2025-10-08
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Decoding 'Xunhuan': The Absurdist Meme Taking Over Chinese Social Media
Explore the rise of 'xunhuan'—the surreal, looping meme dominating Chinese social media—and how it reflects Gen Z's take on modern life.
2025-10-08
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The Evolution of ‘Zhen Xiang’ (The Truth): A Visual Meme Trope Across Generations
Explore the rise and evolution of the 'Zhen Xiang' meme in Chinese internet culture—a dramatic visual trope turned satirical symbol across generations.
2025-10-07
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‘Xiaoxiang Le’: When a Meme Becomes a National Catchphrase
Explore how 'Xiaoxiang Le' evolved from a comedy sketch line to a nationwide phenomenon in China, reflecting youth culture and digital expression.
2025-10-07
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How AI-Generated Content Is Changing China’s Viral Video Landscape
Explore how AI-generated content is reshaping China's viral video scene, boosting engagement and lowering costs—while raising questions about authenticity and regulation.
2025-10-06
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Decoding the Hidden Meanings Behind China’s Viral Emoji Packs
Uncover the hidden meanings behind China's most viral emoji packs—from sarcastic pandas to glittery cats—and how they reflect social dynamics and digital expression.
2025-10-06
