News

Labubu has been carving its niche in a very interesting way since going viral all over the world. You’d think the plush ...
Global perceptions of China are often shaped by geopolitics and authoritarianism. Is Labubu the ‘cool China’ antidote?
Labubu dolls—quirky, fuzzy, fang‑toothed collectibles designed by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung and sold by Pop Mart—have exploded online thanks to blind‑box mystery, celebrity sightings like Lisa from ...
The dolls have almost tripled their maker's profits - and, according to some, energised Chinese soft power.
Right now, Labubu isn’t just a cute plush—it’s the must-have accessory. But how did this weird little monster go from art toy ...
The fuzzy critters with pointy ears have become a viral sensation. They’ve even caused a fight or two to break out.
LABUBU is a little doll in fleecy, bunny-eared onesies whose coffee-bean eyes hover above a smile lined by a row of serrated ...
Labubu is an elflike vinyl and plush figure that’s sold in limited-edition blind boxes and regularly sells out within seconds ...
When Divina Rocco first heard of the viral Labubu plush dolls sold by the Chinese collectibles retailer Pop Mart, she ...
A Shenzhen-based bank is getting customers through the door with the promise of a much sought-after — and potentially ...
Put simply, we don't know. Like most viral trends, Labubu's appeal is hard to explain - the result of timing, taste and the randomness that is the internet. Beijing is certainly happy with the ...