Former DingTalk executive criticizes Alibaba culture in viral memo, Jack Ma responds
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A former senior product executive at DingTalk, Alibaba's enterprise messaging division, has raised significant concerns about the company's direction in a detailed internal letter following their departure. The letter criticizes the erosion of Alibaba's corporate culture, its unsuccessful mergers and acquisitions strategy, and a perceived stagnation in innovation. This candid assessment has garnered attention, prompting a rare public response from Alibaba founder Jack Ma. The memo has sparked widespread reflection both within the company and among the public, highlighting the challenges Alibaba faces in maintaining its competitive edge in the tech industry.
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Former DingTalk executive criticizes Alibaba culture in viral memo, Jack Ma responds
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