Google News • 1/12/2026 • Last cited 1/14/2026
China's "Are You Dead?" app, which checks in on individuals living alone, has gained significant popularity and is now the top paid app in the country, according to multiple sources including the Financial Times. The app has been particularly embraced by younger users and is seen as a tool to address the growing number of people living independently.
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