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Tesla looking for Elon Musk's replacement? World's richest man reacts
Tesla has denied claims that it is seeking to replace Elon Musk as CEO, following a Wall Street Journal report suggesting a quiet board-led search. Chair Robyn Denholm dismissed the story as “absolutely false,” while Musk called it a “deliberately false article.” The report comes amid sharp profit declines, falling sales, political backlash, and Musk’s increasing time in Washington under the Trump administration. While speculation swirls, Tesla’s future leadership—and Musk’s focus—remain central concerns within the company and among investors.

Trump's tariffs put China's ecommerce superpowers to the test
Chinese small-business owners are facing immense challenges due to US tariffs, but they remain resilient. Alibaba is offering support and guidance to navigate the changing landscape, while entrepreneurs explore alternative markets and personalised products. Despite concerns about reduced revenue and domestic competition, their determination to adapt and persevere fuels their confidence in the face of economic uncertainty.

TikTok to enter Japan's ecommerce industry: Nikkei report
TikTok will launch its online shopping platform, TikTok Shop, in Japan in June 2025, inviting local companies and individuals to join as sellers. The platform, known for discounted products and live-stream sales, is expanding globally as TikTok faces uncertainty in the US due to regulatory pressures and potential bans

Oblivion Remastered: Can play game on Xbox, PlayStation and PC? See game pricing, availability, platforms and gameplay
Bethesda has released Oblivion Remastered for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5 and PC. The updated version features improved visuals, updated mechanics and includes all DLC. It is available for $50, or $60 with extras, and is also included in Xbox Game Pass. The game revisits the popular Elder Scrolls world.

Get ready for a showdown: Chinese EVs set to challenge Tesla's dominance
The Shanghai auto show is set to showcase over 100 new models from both Chinese and international brands like BYD, Geely, and Volkswagen, intensifying competition in the EV market. Amidst a price war, automakers are now focusing on automated driving features, facing stricter regulatory scrutiny after a fatal Xiaomi SU7 crash.

A US-China trade war with students and tourists as potential pawns
Amid escalating trade tensions, China cautions its citizens about traveling to the U.S., citing potential risks and discouraging students from studying there. These warnings, coupled with accusations of American university cyberattacks and limitations on Hollywood films, highlight the fragile state of U.S.-China relations. The U.S.
Chinese exporters on social media platform Rednote ask local consumers to buy goods meant for US
Chinese sellers are using social media platform Rednote to sell goods originally intended for the U.S. market at discounted prices, citing tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. Livestreams showcase products like appliances, with sellers claiming U.S. contract breaches force them to sell at up to 90% off.
Lollapalooza 2025: Dates, location, performers’ lineup, livestream options, ticket prices and where to buy
Lollapalooza 2025 will take place at Grant Park in Chicago from July 31 to August 3. The lineup includes Olivia Rodrigo, Tyler, the Creator and Sabrina Carpenter. Tickets are available on the official website and resale platforms. Hulu will livestream select performances.
Tesla's All-Hands-Meet at 10 PM had employees worried and confused; here's what Elon Musk said at the meeting
Tesla employees were left surprised by an unexpected all-hands meeting last Thursday night. Held at 9:30 pm ET, the meeting caused confusion and frustration due to its timing and lack of advance notice. During the meeting, CEO Elon Musk updated employees on Tesla's recent achievements and addressed challenges, including falling stock prices and ongoing protests at sales centers.
March Madness 2025: Texas A&M vs Yale - check timing, match prediction and where to watch
March Madness 2025: Texas A&M and Yale will face off in a highly anticipated NCAA Tournament first-round match. With Yale’s recent hot streak and Texas A&M’s battle-tested roster, this game could be closer than expected. The game will be held on March 20 in Colorado, Denver.
BYD unveils new super-charging EV tech, to build charging network in China
BYD unveiled a new "super e-platform" for EVs with peak charging speeds of 1,000 kW, allowing cars to travel 249 miles on a 5-minute charge. This is twice as fast as Tesla's superchargers. The platform will debut in Han L sedan and Tang L SUV. BYD also plans to build over 4,000 ultra-fast charging units across China.
Big day for crypto goes south in a hurry after a giant hack
A series of policy changes in Washington are poised to encourage millions of investors to dabble in crypto for the first time, despite the industry's continued struggles to police and prevent criminal activity. The hack was a reminder that, for all its growing influence in politics, crypto remains something of an international free-for-all -- a chaotic market in which even the most experienced investors sometimes suffer extreme losses.
China's RedNote: What you need to know about the app TikTok users are flocking to
Many TikTok users are joining Chinese social media app RedNote due to a possible TikTok ban in the U.S. RedNote, popular in China, offers lifestyle content recommendations. The app features posts, discussions, and purchases. It’s mainly used by young, female Chinese users. The influx of users has prompted RedNote to enhance its English-language content and translation tools.
China's Instagram-like Xiaohongshu making inroads with ecommerce sales
A recent switch to livestream selling on social media platform Xiaohongshu three months ago has seen Feng sell everything from a 15,000 yuan ($2,060) Carven suit to her favorite brand of rice that costs 60 yuan for a 1 kg bag. Xiaohongshu, sometimes compared to Instagram, has long been one of China's most important marketing tools. It has made several ecommerce pushes over the past decade without much success.
'Livestream' shopping thwarts some high-tech tools to stop fake merch
Livestream shopping in the U.S. faces challenges with counterfeit goods influx. Technology by platforms like TikTok and Amazon aims to combat fakes, yet copyright violations persist in live videos. Patent lawyers emphasize the need for improved detection methods.
China's livestreaming attracts young hopefuls as competition grows
A day in the life of a livestreaming host like Zhang can include more than six hours of talking almost non-stop to camera, time spent on hair, make-up, and on post-broadcast debriefs.
VIVO signs contract with Swirl for livestream shopping
Livestream purchases have seen a 76 percent increase from pre-pandemic period to 2021, with Europe, the Middle East, and North America leading the growth in live commerce. Coresight Research CEO Deborah Weinswig predicts that livestream sales in the US could potentially reach an impressive $50 billion this year, surpassing the earlier estimate of $32 billion.
Chinese livestreamers set their sights on TikTok sales to shoppers in the US and Europe
Since 2019, western e-commerce platforms like Amazon and Facebook have experimented with livestreaming e-commerce after seeing the success of Chinese platforms like Alibaba's Tmall and Taobao, and Douyin, TikTok's Chinese counterpart in China.
Brands focus on stories in refining China livestreaming to boost profits
When tech giant Apple joined China's livestreaming frenzy, a major driving force of the e-commerce boom in the world's second biggest economy, it launched without deep discounts or a celebrity host to pull millions of viewers.
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