Digital Humans

 

The Future of Live Commerce 

by Xinlong Li

In 2021, the global live e-commerce market was valued at approximately USD 1.35 trillion and is forecasted to surge to USD 3.9 trillion by 2031, with a steady CAGR of 11.28% over the decade.  [1] This growth is underpinned by the dynamic evolution of the live commerce landscape, attracting a wave of young enthusiasts to the live streaming domain. These individuals are not just dabbling in broadcasting as a fleeting endeavour but are increasingly viewing it as a sustainable career path.

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Farmers as YouTubers

 

Influencers you have never heard of…….with 5 million followers

by Julien Cayla

When I talk to my Singaporean students about social media influencers, they quickly mention personalities such as Xiaxue, who is famous for her fashion and beauty routines, or Andrea Chong, a professional blogger who was also one of our students at NTU. When they think of influencers, my students imagine glamorous personalities talking about makeup, the latest restaurants, or traveling.

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