Industry Overview - The online video market in China is projected to reach 1.19 trillion yuan in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 5.90% [1][11] - The number of new video content releases in 2024 is expected to be 4,363, marking a 16.22% increase compared to the previous year [1][11] - The rapid development of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping content production, with the proportion of users utilizing AI tools for video and image creation rising from 25.6% to 31% within six months [1][21] Industry Development History - The online video industry in China has evolved through five stages, starting from its inception in 1994 to the current phase of maturity and integration [4][6] - The rapid rise of user-generated content (UGC) began in 2006, leading to a surge in video platforms and investment [5] - The introduction of 4G networks from 2010 to 2015 facilitated the migration of video content to mobile platforms, establishing a competitive landscape among major players [6] Market Scale - The user base for online video in China is expected to reach 1.07 billion in 2024, with a slight year-on-year growth of 0.33% [13] - The usage rate of online video among internet users is 96.6%, reflecting a decrease of 1.1 percentage points, indicating a nearing saturation point in user growth [13] Competitive Landscape - The online video industry is characterized by a competitive landscape where long video platforms like Tencent Video, iQIYI, and Youku dominate nearly 90% of the market share [15] - Short video platforms such as Douyin and Kuaishou have over 1 billion users, leveraging algorithms and live commerce to strengthen their market position [15] - Emerging formats like micro-short dramas are gaining traction, with user numbers reaching 662 million, driving content ecosystem changes [15] Industry Trends - The industry is witnessing a transformation driven by technological innovations, particularly in AI, which enhances content production efficiency and introduces new content forms [21] - User behavior is evolving, with a significant focus on short video consumption, which has reached 1.04 billion users, while long video users have also seen growth [22] - The competitive landscape is diversifying, with long video platforms facing profitability challenges, while short video platforms continue to thrive through innovative content strategies [24]