Despite censorship issues, two Chinese online video sites get large rounds of fresh funding

Despite censorship issues, two Chinese online video sites get large rounds of fresh funding

The third-largest video site in China, 56.com, has been offline for nearly a month due to what most observers believe is government censorship. But that’s not stopping rivals from raising more funding.

Youku, approximately tied with Tudou as the largest video site in the country, has… Continue Reading

China roundup: Youku, Facebook and Qunar

China roundup: Youku, Facebook and Qunar

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While Silicon Valley takes a breather this Thanksgiving weekend from a hectic year of deal-making, the action continues over in China.

1) Well-connected China video site gets $25 million more
2) More rumors of Facebook purchases in China
3) Qunar, a Chinese travel search engine, raises $10 million

Well-connected… Continue Reading