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Why OpenAI Can’t Call GPT-5 Its Own in China
After repeated rejections, OpenAI faces growing challenges protecting its brand in China, while local players rush to dominate the AI space.
Aug 133 min read


From Smartphones to Self-Driving Cars, Chinese Companies Are Dominating Dubai
Chinese firms are powering Dubai’s post-oil economy—from TikTok towers and Huawei cloud to Chinese EVs and Pony.ai’s driverless taxis.
Jul 213 min read


China’s AI Models Now Ranked Best in the World — Here’s Why It Matters
Nvidia CEO says Chinese AI models are “the most advanced in the world” as chip shipments to China resume and open-source tools gain global momentum.
Jul 212 min read


Forget “Made in China”—Here Comes “Invented in China”
From humanoid robots to cancer-fighting biotech, China is investing heavily in next-gen tech—while offering huge salaries and launching global partnerships to get there.
Jul 142 min read


Why Two of Europe’s Brightest AI Medical Minds Just Moved to China
Top German scientists Roland Eils and Irina Lehmann join Shanghai’s Fudan University to spearhead AI in medicine—signaling China’s global ambitions in biomedical innovation.
Jul 142 min read


The Real Reason Your Phone, Shirt, and Car May No Longer Be 'Made in China'
Chinese companies are relocating manufacturing operations to avoid steep U.S. tariffs, shifting global supply chains and reshaping how—and where—consumer goods are made.
Jul 102 min read


Trump Offers Tariff Relief to China if TikTok Deal Is Approved
Trump offers China tariff relief for approving the TikTok deal as the deadline nears, marking a key moment in U.S.-China trade tensions.
Apr 43 min read


China Strengthens Social Credit System with 23 New Guidelines
China introduces 23 new guidelines to expand its social credit system, aiming for greater transparency and improved market competitiveness.
Apr 22 min read


White House to Discuss TikTok’s Sale Ahead of April 5 Deadline
The White House will meet Wednesday to discuss TikTok’s sale to non-Chinese buyers before the April 5 deadline.
Apr 22 min read


Historic First Brain Chip Implantation in China Opens New Doors for Rehabilitation
China's Beinao-1 chip has been successfully implanted in patients, offering new rehabilitation possibilities, with more trials ahead.
Apr 23 min read


Microsoft Shuts Down AI Lab in Shanghai Amid Growing Geopolitical Tensions
Microsoft closes its IoT & AI Lab in Shanghai, signaling a retreat from China amid rising geopolitical tensions and regulatory pressures.
Apr 13 min read


Huawei Reports Strong Revenue Growth in 2024, Driven by Smartphones and Domestic Demand
Huawei’s consumer business rises 38%, fueled by strong smartphone sales and profitable automotive solutions, despite US sanctions.
Mar 312 min read


China Grants Approval for First Commercial Flying Taxis
China grants air operator certificates to EHang and Hefei Hey Airlines, launching flying taxi services for low-altitude tourism.
Mar 312 min read


Tencent Integrates DeepSeek’s V3 AI Model into WeChat
Tencent integrates its AI chatbot Yuanbao into WeChat, boosting user engagement with DeepSeek’s V3 model amid growing AI competition.
Mar 263 min read


Apple’s Tim Cook Meets Chinese Officials, Makes $4.13 Million Donation Amid Trade Tensions
Tim Cook visited China, met officials, and donated to Zhejiang University, but gave no update on iPhone AI features.
Mar 262 min read


U.S. Blacklists Over 50 Chinese Companies to Curb China’s AI and Chip Capabilities
The U.S. expands its blacklist of Chinese companies, escalating tensions over AI and supercomputing access.
Mar 263 min read


Apple Launches USD 99.2 Million Clean Energy Fund in China to Boost Renewable Energy
Apple launches a USD 99.2 million clean energy fund in China to help transition its supply chain to 100% renewable energy by 2030.
Mar 242 min read


Apple’s Tim Cook Praises DeepSeek’s AI Models Ahead of Shanghai Developer Conference
Tim Cook praises DeepSeek as Apple readies its AI-driven Intelligence launch at the Shanghai conference, amid market challenges.
Mar 242 min read


Tencent Reports 90% Surge in Profit for Q4, Driven by Strong Gaming and AI
Tencent’s fourth-quarter profits soared thanks to strong gaming revenue and the successful integration of AI technologies in advertising.
Mar 212 min read


How DeepSeek’s Affordable AI is Shaping the Future of Global Tech Competition
DeepSeek's rapid rise challenges the dominance of Western AI models, offering competitive performance at a fraction of the price.
Mar 213 min read
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