Guo Ji Jin Rong Bao·2025-08-06 06:52Core Points - Taobao has launched a new membership system that integrates resources from Alibaba's ecosystem, covering various lifestyle scenarios such as dining, entertainment, and travel [1][4] - The new membership system features six tiers: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond, and Black Diamond, with automatic tier assessment based on users' activity over the past 12 months [1][4] - The 88VIP membership, initially launched in 2018, has evolved to include multiple benefits and has surpassed 50 million members as of June 2023 [3] Membership System Details - The new membership system allows users to view their current tier and benefits through the Taobao app, with quarterly updates to membership levels based on activity [1] - Gold members enjoy over 12 benefits monthly, including shopping red envelopes and travel perks, while higher tiers like Platinum and Black Diamond offer additional exclusive benefits [1] - The 88VIP membership has been upgraded to include three types of cards: Life Card, Shopping Card, and All-in-One Card, maintaining original benefits while adding new ones [3] Strategic Integration - The launch of the new membership system signifies Alibaba's transition from an e-commerce platform to a comprehensive consumer platform, integrating e-commerce, local services, entertainment, and travel [4] - Recent organizational changes have consolidated Alibaba's local services, including Ele.me and Fliggy, under the China E-commerce Group to enhance operational efficiency and user experience [6] - The local services group reported a revenue of 67.076 billion yuan for FY2025, with a 12% year-on-year growth, and a significant reduction in adjusted EBITA losses [6]