RedNote, a social platform in China, has seen an influx of over 700 million new users recently. Rumors suggest that RedNote might segregate American users and other foreign IPs from its Chinese user base. This potential change aims to prevent American influence on Chinese users, according to Reddit discussions. A video on the “TikTokCringe” subreddit showed a user with red, swollen eyes, indicating distress over the possible impact on Chinese Americans who use RedNote to stay connected with Chinese culture. There’s no official confirmation yet, but speculation points to a CCP mandate. Interestingly, this move mirrors the US government’s plans to ban TikTok. Unlike other Chinese apps, RedNote has never required a Chinese phone number for registration, making this potential shift significant. A post on X (formerly Twitter) with 1.2 million views suggested the update could come next week.
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