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Lei Jun

Coverage of Lei Jun in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 19 · 22:32 UTCMost recent: Jun 24 · 06:17 UTC
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  • POLITICSJun 24 · 06:17 UTCCHINA DIGITAL TIMES
    Translation: How Tolerant is China’s Internet?

    Hu Xijin, a former Global Times editor, criticized the narrowing of public discourse in China, noting increased caution in online speech. Wang Wusi responded by criticizing Hu and Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun over electric car safety issues, arguing excessive tolerance of hazards and using a censored Bertolt Brecht quote to highlight concerns.

  • BUSINESSMay 19 · 22:32 UTCSEMAFOR
    China's auto CEOs become influencers

    Chinese electric vehicle executives are becoming social media influencers to boost attention as profits decline amid price wars. Notable examples include Xiaomi's Lei Jun livestreaming a 15-hour road trip and Nio's founder cooking and sleeping in an SUV. While 74% of Fortune 500 CEOs maintain social media accounts globally, the trend carries risks including backlash and hate speech.

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