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Xiaohongshu denies rumors of state-backed investors

RedNote, known as Xiaohongshu in Chinese, has dismissed recent rumors regarding state-owned investors assisting in its public listing efforts.

The Chinese social media platform has gained popularity, particularly amid concerns regarding TikTok’s availability in the US.

Insiders report that RedNote is on track to exceed US$1 billion in net revenue by 2024.

As investor confidence increases, the company’s valuation is believed to be at least US$20 billion, with its largest shareholder considering selling part of its stake.

RedNote has engaged underwriters for a public listing in Hong Kong, with backers including Alibaba, Temasek, Tencent, and new investors like Hillhouse Capital.

Recent RedNote developments

Timeline
17-Jan-2025 🌍 Xiaohongshu shows Americans a whole new social media world
  • 700K Americans switch to Xiaohongshu amid TikTok ban
  • Cultural exchange between US and Chinese users grows
17-Jan-2025 🌟 Xiaohongshu recruits English-speaking content moderators
  • Surge in users strains content moderation team.
  • Job postings for English moderators emerge urgently.
16-Jan-2025 💰 Xiaohongshu said to discuss stake sale at $20b valuation
  • Major investors discuss selling stakes at $20B
  • Xiaohongshu gains traction amid TikTok ban speculation
15-Jan-2025 📈 China’s Xiaohongshu gains 700k new users as TikTok faces ban
  • RedNote gains 700K US users in two days
  • Users seek TikTok alternatives amid potential ban
14-Jan-2025 📱 China’s Xiaohongshu tops app store ahead of TikTok ban

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