How the city of spice and pandas became the high-octane engine of China’s digital media revolution.
Beyond the ancient tea houses and quiet pavilions, Chengdu has quietly transformed into a global powerhouse for animation, gaming, and the cutting edge of digital entertainment.
Yao Yi
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August 19, 2026
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7 min
How Chengdu became the unyielding soul of China’s modern music scene
Pop star Yao Yi takes you on a journey through the backstreets and bright lights of Chengdu, where traditional spirit meets the digital future of sound.
Yao Yi
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August 3, 2026
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4 min
Where Sichuan warmth meets the high-speed energy of the digital frontier.
A reflection on the electric atmosphere of the Tianfu Financial District and how Chengdu is designing the aesthetic of the future.
Yao Yi
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April 28, 2026
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4 min