Here’s Why U.S. Ad-Tech Leaders Are Often Unsuccessful in China
It's hard for them to break through and stand out

U.S. tech and ad-tech companies often struggle to land business in China.
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For many U.S. companies, especially Silicon Valley tech firms, China is like the popular kid at school. You so badly want to be its best friend, but yet it remains unattainable. With a population of over 1.4 billion, combined with its recent economic growth and approximately more than 1 billion smartphone users, China is a tempting market for Western companies.