Douyin vs TikTok: Decoding their similarities and differences
Douyin (抖音) and TikTok are often used interchangeably, largely because both are under the Chinese multinational internet company ByteDance and share a reputation as popular short video content platforms. However, they are distinct platforms. The most obvious difference is that Douyin is only available in China, while TikTok is available in many countries outside of […]
Chinese TikTok Douyin e-commerce: A new playground for brands
This article on Douyin e-commerce was originally published by Azoya Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok, is a booming short-video app in China, with over 600 million daily active users. In 2021, Douyin built its own e-commerce ecosystem, launched flagship stores for brand accounts, and created platform-owned payment solutions to close the loop on its e-commerce operation. […]
2021 becomes the year of crackdowns in China as the country’s tightening regulations spread through more spheres
In the second half of 2021, it seems almost every week we hear of a new crackdown in China, each of which impact a range of industries, throwing market dynamics for a loop. This article details some of the larger crackdowns and their impacts on the markets China’s crackdown on education for extra-curricular classes In […]
The 9 most globally influential Chinese companies from Time’s 100 Most Influential Companies 2021 list
On April 28th 2021, Time Magazine selected 100 most influential companies, nine Chinese companies made the list. These are the nine most influential Chinese companies from Time’s list: Tencent, Alibaba, Huawei, Didi Chuxing, BYD, Yum China, DJI (Da-Jiang Innovations), TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company) and TikTok. BYD – promoting “green” vehicles Source: BYD Electric cars in […]
Daxue Talks transcript #9: Working with KOLs on Douyin
Find here the Daxue Talks episode 9. From the talk with Fabian learn in 2-5 minutes how to work with KOLs on Douyin. Full transcript below: My name is Fabian, I am the founder and co-director of UPLAB, a company where we help influencers become better at who they are and at the same time we […]
Daxue Talks transcript #8: Key figures and insights on Douyin in 2019
Find here the Daxue Talks episode 8. From the talk with Fabian learn in 2-5 minutes about some key figures and insights on Douyin in 2019. Full transcript below: My name is Fabian, I am the founder and co-director of UPLAB, a company where we help influencers become better at who they are and at the […]
Daxue Talks 9: Leverage Douyin to reach gen Z
Leverage Douyin Fabian Ouwehand, Douyin expert and entrepreneur in China gives us the most recent information on the Chinese digital giant, Douyin (called Tik-Tok in the West). In this China business vlog, we discuss how to use Douyin for marketing purposes and especially how to work with Chinese influencers, KOLs on Douyin. Jump to the […]
Daxue Talks 8: 5 minutes to understand Douyin marketing
Douyin marketing Fabian Ouwehand, Douyin expert and entrepreneur in China, gives us the most recent information on the Chinese digital giant, Douyin (called Tik-Tok in the West). In 5 minutes, find a clear presentation, Douyin’s 2019 figures and key insights to understand how the APP works. Jump to the questions: 0:40 What is Douyin? 0:55 […]
China Paradigm 60: Learning TikTok Marketing from Douyin KOLs in China
Fabian Ouwehand, Founder at UPLAB, speaks with Matthieu David about Douyin – TikTok marketing in China. In this episode of China Paradigm, Fabian talks about what UPLAB does for the influencers and how they find its clients; what are the main functions of Douyin that brands can leverage and cases of successful companies and more. […]