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Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg was spotted in Shanghai this March, leading to speculation that the social network might be expanding here. (Photo Credit: weibo.com/shdaily)

Social Networking in China: A Closer Look

No single social networking site stands out among the crowd of half billion Chinese internet users. Here’s a closer look at the social media situation.

Flipboard China

Flipboard iPhone App Available in China, Also Brings Chinese Content to Worldwide Audience

Flipboard launches iPhone app for China, giving users access to magazine-like Cover Stories user interface & worldwide access to Sina Weibo, Renren content.

Social Media Brand Value

Chinese Social Media Brands 2nd Most Valuable Worldwide After US-Based Platforms

Research says the top 30 social networks have a total value of $129B, with the US at the top and China placing #2.

Ctrip Robot on Sina Weibo

Ctrip Answers Travel-Related Queries on Sina Weibo

China’s travel e-commerce robot Ctrip has launched a microblogging “robot” that will answer queries regarding travel, flights and accommodation in the country.

Alipay's virtual Ang Pow lets gift-givers send money via a smartphone application and QR codes.

Alipay Dishes out Virtual Red Envelopes Through QR Codes

Alipay’s virtual Ang Pow lets gift-givers send money via a smartphone application and QR codes.

Sina Weibo is surpassing Twitter in terms of numbers.

Twitter’s Got Company: Sina Weibo Beats Twitter on Chinese New Year

Sina Weibo has set a new record of 32,312 messages per second. Is microblogging in China surpassing Twitter in terms of number?

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