thepaper.cnCrawled Nov 10, 2026
Major tech firms, including Alibaba, Tencent, and ByteDance, are competing in AI office tools amid the rise of large language models.
A debate sparked by data escalated into a focus of China’s internet discourse, addressing market dominance, platform responsibility, and corporate boundaries.
Pengpai’s *Former Top Influencer* series documents the reflections of past internet celebrities as their popularity fades.
The 2026 *JianTou Reading Session* at Pengpai North Bund discusses global economic shifts, cultural exchange, and cutting-edge technology.
The 2026 Shanghai World Design Capital Conference explores AI-era design innovation and global creative collaboration under the theme *‘Design Without Borders.’*
The health podcast covers nutrition, disease prevention, mental well-being, and fitness.
Pengpai’s *Pengpai Client* platform features a new consumption column delivering fresh insights on spending trends.
The author reflects on retrieving the local newspaper as a child, describing it as a cherished ritual. Frosty mornings and barefoot trips marked the routine of collecting the paper, which was then discussed and read over the dining table. The experience highlights the cultural significance of newspapers in daily life and family traditions.
Jul 2016China Media ProjectNews article
The Paper, a Chinese digital news platform, launches an English-language edition amid China’s push for global media influence. The outlet continues to address politically sensitive topics while expanding its international reach. The move reflects tensions between domestic censorship demands and the government’s efforts to shape global narratives.
Apr 2016New York TimesNews article
The Paper, a state-owned newsblog launched by Shanghai United Media Group in 2014, adopts a modern web 2.0 style to engage China’s digitally connected population. Under President Xi Jinping’s push for updated state propaganda, the platform blends traditional messaging with interactive digital formats. It targets younger, tech-savvy audiences while maintaining the Party’s influence over public opinion.
Dec 2015China Digital TimesNews article
Pengpai, a state-funded Chinese media startup, launches an app blending analytical journalism with government-aligned narratives. The platform targets younger audiences with a modern, engaging format while embedding state messaging. It competes with Western-style outlets by combining data-driven reporting with propaganda elements.
Dec 2015Foreign PolicyNews article
