Chinese internet culture
Chinese internet culture
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Explaining Chinese Buzzwords: The Hidden Meaning Behind 'Fanquan' and 'Niliu'
Discover the hidden meanings behind Chinese internet slang 'Fanquan' and 'Niliu'—and how they reflect a cultural shift in online behavior, fandom, and digital identity.
2025-10-09
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Behind the Laughter: The Social Anxiety Embedded in China’s Viral Challenges
Explore how viral challenges in China reflect deeper social anxieties among youth, blending humor with hidden struggles in digital culture.
2025-10-08
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Understanding 'Xuanyuan' Jokes: Nationalism Wrapped in Internet Humor
Explore the rise of 'Xuanyuan' jokes in Chinese cyberspace—a blend of myth, mockery, and subtle critique of nationalism. Includes data, analysis, and SEO insights.
2025-10-07
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Meme Diplomacy: How Chinese Youth Use Humor to Navigate Political Discourse
Explore how Chinese youth use memes as a form of soft political expression, blending humor and satire to navigate public discourse in creative, compliant ways.
2025-10-07
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From Bilibili to Weibo: Mapping the Ecosystem of China’s Digital Youth Culture
Explore how Bilibili and Weibo shape China's youth digital landscape, from danmu culture to cross-platform trends.
2025-10-07
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The Psychology of Escapism: 'Slaying Dragons' and Other Fantasy Narratives in Chinese Cyberspace
Explore how fantasy storytelling and gaming serve as psychological escape routes for youth in China, backed by data and cultural insights.
2025-10-07
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Act Like a Potato: Absurdism in China's Viral Fashion Trends
Explore the rise of the 'Act Like a Potato' trend in China — a surreal fashion movement blending humor, rebellion, and social commentary.
2025-10-06
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Meme Diplomacy: How Chinese Netizens Use Humor to Navigate Censorship
Explore how Chinese netizens use meme diplomacy to navigate censorship through humor, satire, and coded imagery in the digital age.
2025-10-05
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Cat GIFs and National Identity: The Soft Power of Chinese Meme Diplomacy
Explore how cat GIFs and internet humor are shaping China's global image through meme diplomacy and soft power.
2025-10-04
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‘Wuyehui’ and Other Class-Conscious Terms Shaping Online Discourse
Explore how terms like 'Wuyehui' are reshaping online discussions about class and inequality in Chinese digital spaces.
2025-10-04
