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DiDi’s Subsidiary Xiaoju Charging Launches Compensation Service for Interrupted Charging

On April 25th, Xiaoju Charging announced the launch of the industry's first charging interruption compensation service. It currently covers all Xiaoju Preferred Stations in Hangzhou, China.

Alibaba’s Amap Continues to Add Accessible Navigation Features in More Cities

Alibaba's digital map service Amap is adding wheelchair navigation feature to make travel more convenient for individuals with disabilities with the latest addition of public restroom information in the city of Hangzhou.

Alibaba’s Jack Ma Appears in Australia

Social media users recently spotted Jack Ma, the billionaire founder of Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba, in a hotel in Melbourne, Australia. Fans snapped a photo of him browsing his phone and drinking Coke.

Goods Returning to China’s Cross-Border E-commerce Welcomes Favorable Policies

On January 30, China's three departments jointly issued an announcement on the tax policy for returned goods in cross-border e-commerce. The returned goods will be exempted from import duties, import value-added taxes and consumption taxes.

Wang Chuanfu Steps down as Chairman of BYD’s Subsidiary in Hangzhou

On Tuesday, Tianyancha showed that Wang Chuanfu, BYD’s founder, had stepped down as chairman of Hangzhou BYD Automobile Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of BYD.

Shunwei Capital Invests In Dessert Baking Chain Brand Happycow Handmade

Happycow Handmade, a dessert baking chain brand, has completed an A-round of financing worth nearly $10 million, with Shun Shunwei Capital as the exclusive investor.

Chinese Ride-hailing Platform Shouqi Apologizes for Hangzhou Accident Amid Public Concerns Over Female Safety

A Chinese online car-hailing platform called Shouqi Limousine and Chauffeur apologized for safety issues after a woman in Hangzhou claimed she injured herself by jumping out of a moving car while attempting to escape a dangerous situation.

China’s Fintech Giant Ant Group Wins Approval From Top Securities Regulator for HK IPO

Chinese fintech giant Ant Group has won approval from China’s securities regulator for its initial public offering in Hong Kong.

Hangzhou Faces Backlash From Chinese Netizens Over Permanent Health Code Plan

The suggestion mainly revolves around enforcing the use of the health tracking app introduced in the city several months ago even after the pandemic is over.

Baidu Apologizes for Posting on Behalf of Grieving Father

Recently a murder case under suspicious circumstances broke out on Chinese social media. A nine-year old little girl named Zhang Zixin was killed after being abducted by the two tenants of her family's residence. The two tenants committed suicide after allegedly drowning the little girl.

Hangzhou Internet Court Announces the Use of Blockchain Technology in Court Proceedings

According to Hangzhou Daily News, on Sept. 18, the Hangzhou Internet Court officially announced the operation of its judicial blockchain technology, making the court the first of its kind to use blockchain for dispute settlement.

Facebook Registers Subsidiary in China, Website Still Banned

Facebook has registered a company in Hangzhou, China on July 18, as reported in a filing with China’s National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System.

Blockchain differences between Chinese cities

A city is not only a division of geographical location, but also a competitive entity for new technology. When a new technology emerges, there will be local adoption that creates new urban economic growth factors and a new perception of the city. For major cities, blockchain is a rare technical gift.

Meituan to Launch Car-Hailing Service in Multiple Cities

After operating a car-hailing service in Nanjing for 10 months, Meituan expanded its service to include Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Hangzhou, Wenzhou, Fuzhou and Xiamen on December 28.

China’s Fake Apple Reseller Convinced Own Employees it Was Real

Eager to capitalize on the demand for new iPhones, several foreigners rolled out a series of fake Apple Stores. They transformed a subway station into an Apple Store and hired people to wear uniforms and stand in the doorway. Outside the subway, they hired people to wait in line – ostensibly for the iPhone X.

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