Forget DeepSeek, dying alone is China’s latest tech obsession

A new app called "Are You Dead?" has gained immense popularity in China, allowing users, primarily those living alone, to confirm their status and notify emergency contacts if they miss two consecutive days. This app's rise coincides with a significant decline in China's birth rate and changing social dynamics, including falling marriage rates and increasing divorces. Unlike last year's AI trends, this straightforward app addresses a pressing concern for many individuals.