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Chinese entrepreneur's itch-scratching service earns $15,000 monthly

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A 32-year-old entrepreneur named Zhang Xiaoqiao has launched a novel itch-scratching service in Shenzhen, China, with two locations generating approximately US$15,000 per month. The service, offered at 300 yuan per hour, involves staff using specially designed nails to gently scratch customers, aiming to relieve stress and improve sleep quality. Zhang developed the techniques himself due to the lack of precedents and plans to expand the business to 100 outlets nationwide. AI

RANK_REASON The article describes a niche, novelty service with no clear connection to AI or significant technological advancement, fitting the 'meme' category for unusual or quirky news.

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Chinese entrepreneur's itch-scratching service earns $15,000 monthly

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Alice Yan ·

    Chinese entrepreneur launches itch-scratching services, earning US$15,000 a month

    A man in southern China has launched an itch-scratching chain brand, generating monthly earnings of 100,000 yuan (US$15,000) from his two outlets. This surprising venture is spearheaded by 32-year-old Zhang Xiaoqiao, who opened his first itch-scratching store in Shenzhen’s Baoan …

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