Sileme said on its official Weibo that the company will launch the global brand name Demumu, the name is already there on Apple's paid app chart, in its new version to be released soon. (Shenzhen Daily/X)
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News1814-01-2026, 12:31

Chinese App 'Are You Dead?' Goes Viral, Renames to Demumu for Global Audience

  • A Chinese app, originally named Sileme (translating to 'Are you dead?'), has gained global popularity.
  • The app functions as a safety tool for solo dwellers, sounding an alarm if the user doesn't check in every 48 hours.
  • It requires users to register an emergency contact and sends automatic notifications for inactivity.
  • Due to its viral success, the company announced a global rebrand to 'Demumu', with a new version coming soon.
  • Despite some netizens advocating to keep the original name, Demumu is already high on Apple's paid app chart.

Why It Matters: Viral Chinese app 'Are You Dead?' (Sileme) rebrands to Demumu for global appeal, offering a unique safety tool.

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