Tuesday, January 21, 2025

#apps #wechat #communications - Why U.S. Tech Companies Struggle To Replicate China's WeChat 'Super App' Model: CNBC

21 January 2025

Studies have shown Americans use an average of 46 mobile apps each month to complete a variety of everyday tasks. Now imagine if you could combine all of those programs into a single, standalone app. A one-stop shop to socialize with friends, order food, pay rent, or even consult with a doctor – colloquially known as the ‘super app’. While super apps have flourished in Asia, their adoption in Western markets, including the U.S., has been slower due to a variety of reasons. But things may be starting to change, as more and more tech companies have set their sights on bringing the super app model to the U.S.

super-app, also known as an everything-app, is a mobile or web application that can provide multiple services including payment and instant messaging ...

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Yes, it is possible for users who aren't Chinese citizens or permanent residents to use WeChat Pay. However, you might need to download the international version of the app, and you'll face restrictions unless you have a Chinese bank account. We'll look at this in more detail shortly.

However, compared to TikTok, the number of users on the WeChat platform is significantly lower, which is why in this case we are issuing a security threat alert instead of a warning," explains Lukáš Kintr, the director of the Agency. WeChat has already been banned in India, Canada, and some US states .Nov 30, 2023

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