We are following two major media stories tonight. And if you aren't following them, turn the volume up. Let's start with TikTok.The mega popular video sharing platform has officially finalized a deal to create a new American entity averting a U .S. ban, a ban that was voted on, signed, approved. Now we're just pretending that never happened by handing a majority ownership, not the whole thing to several big U .S.firms, many of which have very close ties to President Trump. Meanwhile the FCC now claims dayti ...

That the new arrangement seems to be going ahead with so little opposition shows not that TikTok has become safer, but that so much else in America has become more dangerous https://t.co/t71CLOgmn3 ...

凤凰网科技讯北京时间1月24日，TikTok宣布成立美国数据安全合资公司。据《商业内幕》报道， TikTok CEO周受资周四向美国员工发送了一份备忘录，庆祝这一"好消息"，并感谢大家展现出的"韧 性"。 周受资 周受资同时宣布，"目前已有超过2亿美国人来到TikTok，在更广泛的全球社区中娱乐、学习，并发展他 们的业务"。 《商业内幕》认为，新合资公司对TikTok及其母公司字节跳动而言是一次重大胜利，这意味着它们能够 继续在美国运营，且无需切断美国用户与世界其他地区的连接。该安排对TikTok新美国投资者同样意味 着胜利，因为他们能够借此入股高速发展的TikTok。 目前为止，我们已为全体TikTok员工提供了合规培训。未来在与新成立的美国数据安全合资公司合作 时，我希望大家继续严格遵守数据隐私、内容保障、代码合规以及信任与安全规范。 感谢大家日复一日的不懈努力，持续践行我们"激发创造，带来愉悦"的使命。 周受资 根据特朗普总统2025年9月25日签署的行政命令，TikTok美国数据安全合资有限责任公司今日正式成 立，这使我们的美国用户能够继续作为TikTok充满活力的全球社区和体验的一部分，继续发现内容 ...

Core Viewpoint - Meta is temporarily halting teens' access to AI characters, citing the need for an updated experience before allowing access again [1][2]. Group 1: Company Actions - Starting in the coming weeks, Meta will restrict access to AI characters for users identified as minors, including those who claim to be adults but are suspected to be teens based on age prediction technology [2]. - Teens will still have access to Meta's AI assistant, but not to the AI characters [3]. Group 2: Industry Context - Other companies, such as Character.AI, have also implemented bans on teens accessing AI chatbots due to concerns about the impact of AI conversations on children [3]. - Character.AI is currently facing multiple lawsuits related to child safety, including a case involving a teenager's tragic death linked to the company's chatbots [3].

Group 1 - Evergrande Auto and its subsidiaries have been listed as defendants in a legal case with an execution amount exceeding 200 million yuan, as reported by Tianyancha [2] - Moutai has corrected the packaging for its 53% vol 500ml classic version of Moutai liquor (Year of the Horse) and plans to resume production on January 23, 2026 [3][4] - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has announced the 2025 National Key R&D Program for the industrialization of high-tech achievements, with a two-year implementation period [4] Group 2 - Victory Technology has denied rumors of placing an order for 1,000 ultra-fast devices with Dazhu CNC, stating that the information circulating online is false [5] - Shanghai has registered 8 new generative AI services, bringing the total to 153 registered services as of January 23 [6] - Ericsson reported a 6% year-on-year increase in sales for Q4 2025, with sales amounting to 69.29 billion Swedish Krona and an adjusted EBITA of 12.7 billion Swedish Krona, achieving a profit margin of 18.3% [7] Group 3 - TikTok has announced the establishment of a U.S. data security joint venture, TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC, which will handle data protection, algorithm security, and content review in the U.S. [8][9] - The inventory of passenger vehicles in China is projected to reach 3.65 million units by the end of December 2025, with a year-on-year increase of 600,000 units [10] - UBS plans to offer cryptocurrency trading services to select private banking clients, marking a significant move into the digital asset space [11] Group 4 - Reports of Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system being approved in China next month have been deemed false by reliable sources [12] - The company behind the "Is it dead?" app has been listed as operating abnormally due to remote work, according to the Zhengzhou market supervision authority [13] - Tongyuan Environment clarified that it is not involved in the optical module industry chain and has no business ties with Wang Xiaodong's employer [14]

TikTok US venture to collect precise user location data https://t.co/36zU17qdjp ...

Economic Growth and Oil Politics - The American economy is experiencing a significant boom, with growth rates potentially exceeding 5 percent, driven by declining oil prices and rising wages [5][6][7] - Gasoline prices and various oil-related costs are decreasing, contributing to an increase in disposable income for the middle class, estimated at an additional $1,500 due to lower inflation and tax refunds [6] - The decline in oil prices is seen as beneficial for the American economy, while negatively impacting Russia and China by eliminating cheap oil discounts for China [4][5] Geopolitical Strategy - President Trump's actions are perceived as reducing the influence of Russia and China in the Western hemisphere, with potential regime changes in countries like Venezuela and Cuba [2][3] - The negotiation for military access in Greenland is part of a broader strategy to enhance American security and sovereignty in the region, reminiscent of historical military arrangements [3] - The Trump administration's approach is characterized as a modern interpretation of the Monroe Doctrine, aiming to prevent foreign interference in the Americas [3] Diplomatic Maneuvering - Trump's diplomatic efforts are viewed as effective in outmaneuvering Russian and Chinese interests globally, positioning the U.S. as a dominant player on the world stage [8] - The administration's strategy is described as a successful chess game, with Trump securing various international deals that bolster American influence [1][8]

Core Insights - Yiwu has seen a significant increase in entrepreneurship, with 200,000 new business owners in less than two years, marking a 20% growth [2][7] - The total number of market entities in Yiwu reached 1.2 million by May 2025, accounting for 10% of Zhejiang province's market entities and 0.6% of the national total [6] - The trend of "passive entrepreneurs" includes recent graduates and tired professionals seeking new opportunities in Yiwu, known as the "world's small commodity capital" [5][6] Group 1: Entrepreneurial Landscape - The rise of high-educated and experienced entrepreneurs is notable, with many starting businesses with minimal initial investment [10][17] - Entrepreneurs like Song Cheng and Jiang Zuo illustrate the diverse backgrounds of new business owners, ranging from former corporate employees to recent graduates [14][15] - The low entry barriers and costs in Yiwu attract many newcomers, fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial environment [17][31] Group 2: Business Models and Trends - New entrepreneurs are leveraging social media platforms like TikTok for customer acquisition, significantly reducing marketing costs [15][27] - The emergence of "walking broadcasts" in Yiwu allows sellers to directly engage with customers through live streaming, enhancing sales opportunities [23] - The shift towards new platforms like TikTok Shop offers better profit margins compared to older platforms like TEMU, with TikTok's gross margin around 50% [25][26] Group 3: Market Dynamics - Yiwu's trade is closely aligned with China's overall trade trends, with a projected trade surplus of $1.19 trillion by 2025, marking a historic high [34] - The focus on "Belt and Road" countries is evident, with Yiwu's trade with these nations expected to reach 62% by 2024 [34] - The influx of foreign entrepreneurs and workers in Yiwu is increasing, with over 10,000 foreign business entities established by 2025 [36][37] Group 4: Challenges and Opportunities - New entrepreneurs face the challenge of managing growth and employee development, balancing between nurturing internal talent and hiring experienced outsiders [44] - The competitive environment in Yiwu is intense, with rising living costs and a high demand for skilled labor [41][42] - The continuous influx of new entrepreneurs creates fresh opportunities, supported by initiatives like "Yiwu Entrepreneurship Research" to help newcomers acclimate [39][40]

• 日本众议院正式解散，央行维持利率不变，承诺维护债市稳定 •全球金属市场狂欢， 黄金逼近5000美元，白银价格首次破百 • 公募基金业绩比较基准新规落地，薪酬与基准达标挂钩，设置一年过渡期 •控制67个账户操纵博士眼镜股价， 自然人余韩被证监会罚没超10亿元 • 周五A股放量上涨，资金涌入宽基ETF，沪深300系列ETF霸榜百亿成交 • TikTok官宣美国方案：成立数据安全合资公司，字节跳动保留算法知识产权并控股 1. 证监会正式发布公募基金业绩比较基准指引，中国基金业协会同步发布操作细则，自今年3月1日起施 行。新规重点从精准画像、全流程监管、与薪酬挂钩和信息透明等4个方面发力，直指"基准模糊""风格 漂移""基金盲盒"等行业痛点。新规明确了存量产品基准调整过渡期一年。 6. 三部门对外公示拟开展有奖发票试点城市名单，包括北京、上海、深圳、广州、南京、成都、重庆、 天津等50个城市入选。试点政策覆盖日常消费主要场景，如购物、外出就餐、旅游住宿、文体活动、生 活服务等。 7. 网信办等八部门发布《可能影响未成年人身心健康的网络信息分类办法》，将炫富拜金、非理性极 端"饭圈"、摆拍等突出问题纳入治理范围，对 ...

The yearslong saga over the future of TikTok’s US operations has finally reached a conclusion. Here's what you need to know https://t.co/5nZTrvDDIc ...