WeChat, the Chinese messenger app and a rival of Whatsapp, is experiencing increased searches for keywords blockchain and Chinese blockchain firms. The increase in interest in the Chinese public came after President Xi Jinping of China announced plans to increase investment in blockchain technology a few days ago.

WeChat searches (10/23/19):
– 区块链 (Blockchain): 777K
– 比特币 (Bitcoin): 572K

WeChat searches (10/25/19):
– 区块链 (Blockchain): 9.2MM
– 比特币 (Bitcoin): 1.3MM

Incredible! pic.twitter.com/gXvqEQOmVn

— Cole Kennelly ⬙