Sophie Yu
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China’s WeChat suspends new user registration, cites technical upgrade
New user registration is expected to resume in early August.
Chinese market regulator strengthens protection for food delivery workers
Food platforms in China will be required to guarantee riders' income above minimum pay, insurance and relaxation in deadlines for deliveries.
Beyond Meat launches online store in China on e-commerce firm JD.com
Expanding into the retail segment by selling on JD.com will help the company reach a wider audience in the country.
China’s Suning shares jump 10% after restructuring eases debt concerns
The 8.8 billion yuan deal will leave the company without a controlling shareholder.
China proposes rules to punish illegal e-commerce pricing
Consumers have complained that e-commerce platforms don't charge the same price for the same offerings.
China Tourism aims to raise up to $7b in HK secondary listing
At $7 billion, it would be the city's largest listing in nearly two years.
Chinese flock to local brands in golden opportunity for investors
Currently, up to 200 brands are seeking new capital from investors, bankers and investors said.
Tencent-backed Missfresh valued at $2.5b after shares slump in debut
Rival Dingdong has also filed for a US listing with a target valuation of over $6 billion.
Meituan founder donates $2.27b worth shares as charity grips Chinese billionaires
The moves come as Meituan and others face the scrutiny of China's anti-trust regulator.
China fines 15 educational companies for false advertising, fraud
The 15 firms include Yuanfudao, Zuoyebang, and New Oriental Education & Technology Group.