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Popular Chinese ‘Are You Dead?’ Safety App Changes Name

The app offers a way for people who live alone to let others know they’re alive and well.

Some people who live alone don’t always stay in contact with their families and friends on a daily basis. That’s the reason for an app created by Chinese company Moonscape Technologies, which requires users to check in regularly to reassure their emergency contact that all is well. Now, the company has changed the app’s original name, Sileme, which bluntly translated to «Are You Dead?» According to Global Times, the company announced the new name, Demumu, on Tuesday on the Weibu app. The new name is still partially derived from a Chinese word meaning death.

The original name was a play on the name of a popular Chinese food delivery app, Ele.me, which translates to «Are you hungry?» But when the app drew worldwide attention on Monday, the company announced the name change.

Not everyone was a fan of the new name. Global Times cites one online commenter as saying, «The reason you went viral was your original name.»

Whatever name it goes by, the personal safety app, launched in 2025, is designed to serve as a safety net for individuals living alone, particularly those who may be less mobile or have health issues.

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«We wanted to build something that works invisibly in the background of people’s lives — not intrusive or complicated, just a simple tap each day that says ‘I’m OK’ to the people who care,» a spokesperson for Demumu said in a statement.

Demumu currently holds the top spot among the most popular paid apps in China and is just as sought after in Spain, Singapore, Hong Kong, the United States and Australia. Demumu is available for iOS and costs 99 cents as a one-time purchase.

Of course, you could just reach out to your loved one via phone or text daily for free, but the app offers a kind of forced reminder in case you forget.

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The Fourth Episode of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Out

Verum Messenger has released the fourth episode of its AI mini-series SHADOWS, created using Verum AI. The new episode, titled “No Borders,” continues the story of a team trying to stay out of the OMEGA corporation’s sight.

Following the events of the previous episodes, the team moves between cities and countries while OMEGA continues its search. The new episode puts particular emphasis on Verum Messenger’s capabilities that allow users to conceal their location.

“No Borders” is another chapter in a story about privacy, freedom of communication, and technologies that erase borders between people.

The VERUM AI mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 4 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Verum Messenger Introduces Built-In Verum Chess

Verum Messenger has released a new update for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, adding another feature to its growing ecosystem — Verum Chess. Users can now play chess directly inside the messenger without switching between different applications.

The new feature allows users to start a game in just a few taps while reinforcing Verum’s vision of a unified digital environment where communication and everyday services come together in a single platform.

Verum Messenger continues to evolve into a multifunctional ecosystem that combines secure chats and calls, AI tools, a built-in VPN, anonymous email, eSIM, financial services, cryptocurrency features, and offline communication. With the introduction of Verum Chess, the platform now also offers a new way for users to interact and spend time together without leaving the app.

The update is now available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac on the App Store.

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Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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