"Algorithm vs. Aunties: The Underground Economy of Shanghai's Vanishing Wet Markets"

Section 1: The Disappearing Landscape- Mapping 2015-2025 market closures (63% reduction)- Architectural forensics of hybrid market designs- The "ghost stall" phenomenon in gentrified areas- Case study: The last live poultry vendor in PuxiSection 2:

"Behind the Velvet Rope: The $3.8 Billion Underground Economy of Shanghai's VIP Clubs"

Industry Structure- Tier System: • Diamond Tier (¥50,000+ per night) • Gold Tier (¥20,000-50,000) • Silver Tier (¥8,000-20,000) - Notable Establishments: • The Chrysanthemum Room (Huangpu) • Cloud Nine (Pudong) • Dragon Gate (