North vs South: Who Gives More in Red Envelopes?

There is a stark contrast in customs and amounts between China's northern and southern regions!

by Billy Jiang, 18 February 2024

Explainer: Why Chinese People Give Red Envelopes

Why Chinese people give red envelopes, especially during Spring Festival.

by Catherine Lee, 30 January 2022

WeChat 'Red Packet' Gambling Rings Busted by Police in Shenzhen

Police have captured another unlawful online gambling ring that operated via virtual red packets on WeChat.

by Phumelele Simelane, 28 July 2018

Infographic: The Year in WeChat Hongbao 2016

WeChat's new lucky envelope feature turned out to be a massive success for the platform in 2016. But just how successful was it?

by That's, 19 December 2016

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