China's biggest apps are inviting the West closer into its insular internet economy

Why it matters

China's biggest apps integrating with Western payment systems and launching international versions signals notable market activity that could gradually affect cross-border digital payments and internet economy access, but it remains early and limited in immediate systemic impact.

Sources

• Business Insider

  China's biggest apps are inviting the West closer into its insular internet economy

  WeChat Pay is integrating PayPal, and Bilibili launched an international app, signaling that China is opening up its insular internet economy.