ChinaTalk Hashing out China tech with Lulu Chen
Oct 16, 2019
Bloomberg technology reporter Lulu Chen offers a captivating look into China's tech scene. She discusses Alibaba's transition under new CEO Daniel Zhang and the tension between Meituan and Jack Ma. Lulu also highlights the Communist Party's increasing influence on tech companies and the challenges they face amid geopolitical shifts. Furthermore, she shares insights on educating students in politically charged environments, making for a compelling conversation about innovation, rivalry, and the complexities of navigating the tech landscape in China.
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Hong Kong's Tumultuous Atmosphere
- Lulu Chen describes Hong Kong's fluctuating state between peace and chaos.
- Her mainland Chinese journalism students face pressure to leave amidst protests.
Navigating Hong Kong Protests as a Journalist
- Advise students to be cautious and transparent, given the evolving protest dynamics.
- Preemptively address potential mistrust by clearly identifying themselves.
Tencent's Dilemma Amidst US-China Tensions
- Tencent's business model, bridging US tech and the China market, is threatened by US-China tensions.
- Companies like Tencent, previously navigating global tensions as short-term, must reassess their long-term strategies.