Answered on : 2024-01-23
1. **LinkedIn's Status in China:**
- LinkedIn faced challenges in China and eventually gave up on its localized version in May 2023 due to increased competition and regulatory issues [8].
- LinkedIn's new strategy in China focuses on helping China-based professionals find jobs and assisting Chinese companies in talent acquisition [6].
2. **Alternative to LinkedIn in China: Maimai**
- Maimai, often referred to as the Chinese LinkedIn, is a popular career and social networking platform in China, boasting over 110 million verified users as of January 2023 [4].
- Established in 2013, Maimai serves as a professional and social networking site with a user base exceeding 100 million, surpassing LinkedIn in China [5].
LinkedIn's exit from China has paved the way for alternatives like Maimai to thrive in the Chinese market, offering professionals a platform for networking and career development.