AsianFin -- Tencent’s iconic QQ penguin statue in front of its Shenzhen headquarters became a trending topic on Chinese social media after the company took extensive measures to protect it ahead of Super Typhoon Ragasa, which brought level-17 winds.

Users praised Tencent for going “above and beyond” to safeguard the mascot, a symbol recognized across China for its decades-long association with the messaging platform. Photos and videos of the secured statue quickly circulated online, sparking memes and affectionate commentary.