Novelty in Online Literature: Navigating AI's Impact and Revamping Reader Engagement

The online literature platform, Qidian, is evolving its new book recommendation system, shifting from a 'traffic package' model back to its original '4-round PK' format, aiming to boost author success. This change highlights the platform's commitment to improving author visibility and reader discovery in the ever-changing landscape of online content. Furthermore, the industry is actively exploring new methods to engage audiences in the face of competition from AI-driven platforms like Fanqie Novel.

• •Qidian is reverting to a '4-round PK' system for new book recommendations, offering more traditional author exposure.
• •The platform previously experimented with a 'traffic package' model based on reader preferences, similar to AI-driven competitors.
• •The changes are designed to address author concerns and improve the visibility of new works within the platform.