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Dec. 12, 2025, 12:04 a.m.
Myanmar's army says it wants to eradicate scam compounds. Is it really doing that?

The junta has been demolishing buildings in KK Park, one of the largest and most notorious scam compounds.

Myanmar's army says it wants to eradicate scam compounds. Is it really doing that?

The junta has been demolishing buildings in KK Park, one of the largest and most notorious scam compounds.

Dec. 11, 2025, 10:58 p.m.
Mexico's Congress approves tariff hikes on imports from China and others

Tariff increases of up to 50% will affect textiles, shoes, appliances, and cars in January.

Mexico's Congress approves tariff hikes on imports from China and others

Tariff increases of up to 50% will affect textiles, shoes, appliances, and cars in January.

Dec. 11, 2025, 10:24 p.m.
Hyundai's new midsize electric SUV spotted overseas for the first time

The Elexio is Hyundai’s first electric SUV custom-tailored for the Chinese market, but now it’s headed overseas. Hyundai is bringing...

Hyundai's new midsize electric SUV spotted overseas for the first time

The Elexio is Hyundai’s first electric SUV custom-tailored for the Chinese market, but now it’s headed overseas. Hyundai is bringing...

Dec. 11, 2025, 10:15 p.m.
This mini PC packs an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chip into a chassis that's less than 1.4 inches thick

Earlier this year Chinese PC maker FEVM introduced the FA-EX9 mini PC which stuffed an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 Strix Halo processor into a compact computer with an internal volume of about 2 liters and measures less than 2.2 inches thick. Now the company is goi…

This mini PC packs an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chip into a chassis that's less than 1.4 inches thick

Earlier this year Chinese PC maker FEVM introduced the FA-EX9 mini PC which stuffed an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 Strix Halo processor into a compact computer with an internal volume of about 2 liters and measures less than 2.2 inches thick. Now the company is goi…

Dec. 11, 2025, 9:42 p.m.
Taiwan to keep production of 'most advanced' chips at home: deputy FM

Taiwan plans to keep making the "most advanced" chips on home soil and remain "indispensable" to the global semiconductor industry, the deputy foreign minister told AFP, despite intense Chinese military pressure. The democratic island make…

Taiwan to keep production of 'most advanced' chips at home: deputy FM

Taiwan plans to keep making the "most advanced" chips on home soil and remain "indispensable" to the global semiconductor industry, the deputy foreign minister told AFP, despite intense Chinese military pressure. The democratic island make…

Dec. 11, 2025, 9:41 p.m.
Holiday season AI toys talk about kinky sex and weapons, have creepy Chinese Communist Party talking points: report

To sharpen a knife, hold the blade at a 20-degree angle against a stone. Slide it across the stone in smooth, even strokes, alternating sides,” Miiloo, a plush toy with a high-pitched child’s voice, replied.

Holiday season AI toys talk about kinky sex and weapons, have creepy Chinese Communist Party talking points: report

To sharpen a knife, hold the blade at a 20-degree angle against a stone. Slide it across the stone in smooth, even strokes, alternating sides,” Miiloo, a plush toy with a high-pitched child’s voice, replied.

Dec. 11, 2025, 8:25 p.m.
Vietnam steps up South Reef expansion, careful not to provoke China

Vietnam has quietly accelerated land reclamation at South Reef, a once-remote coral feature in the Spratly Islands, as Chinese pressure grows.

Vietnam steps up South Reef expansion, careful not to provoke China

Vietnam has quietly accelerated land reclamation at South Reef, a once-remote coral feature in the Spratly Islands, as Chinese pressure grows.

Dec. 11, 2025, 8:01 p.m.
The Dream Machine: Bi Gan on "Resurrection"

The Chinese auteur discusses his third feature, a time- and genre-bending tribute to cinema and all its illusions.

The Dream Machine: Bi Gan on "Resurrection"

The Chinese auteur discusses his third feature, a time- and genre-bending tribute to cinema and all its illusions.

Dec. 11, 2025, 7:40 p.m.
How Chinese 'snakeheads' turn illegal migration toward Australia

Recent boat arrivals in Western Australia offer a glimpse into how routes through South-East Asia, particularly Indonesia, are being used to reach Australia.

How Chinese 'snakeheads' turn illegal migration toward Australia

Recent boat arrivals in Western Australia offer a glimpse into how routes through South-East Asia, particularly Indonesia, are being used to reach Australia.

Dec. 11, 2025, 7:10 p.m.
Critics detail concerns over proposed Chinese "super embassy" in London

Two former MI6 officials detail their espionage concerns, as the U.K. once again delays its final decision on a new Chinese embassy in London.

Critics detail concerns over proposed Chinese "super embassy" in London

Two former MI6 officials detail their espionage concerns, as the U.K once again delays its final decision on a new Chinese embassy in London.

Dec. 11, 2025, 6:30 p.m.
China Launches 34,175-Mile AI Network That Acts Like One Massive Supercomputer

If the system holds out long-term, it could significantly boost AI development in China.

China Launches 34,175-Mile AI Network That Acts Like One Massive Supercomputer

If the system holds out long-term, it could significantly boost AI development in China.

Dec. 11, 2025, 6:30 p.m.
Trump's National Security Strategy Lays Out a Pragmatic China Strategy

The White House has released a new National Security Strategy whose central purpose is unambiguous: to ensure the United States remain the preeminent global power. At its core is a new... Read More The post Trump’s National Security Strategy Lays Out a Pragm…

Trump's National Security Strategy Lays Out a Pragmatic China Strategy

The White House has released a new National Security Strategy whose central purpose is unambiguous: to ensure the United States remains the preeminent global power. At its core is a new... Read More The post Trump’s National Security Strategy Lays Out a Pragm…

Dec. 11, 2025, 6:25 p.m.
Huawei's Dubai Trio: A Foldable That Disappears, Earbuds That Double Down, and a Router Disguised as a Mountain

Huawei’s Dubai Trio: A Foldable That Disappears, Earbuds That Double Down, and a Router Disguised as a MountainFive years into the foldable smartphone experiment, thinness remains the singular obsession. Huawei just crossed a threshold that reframes the conve…

Huawei's Dubai Trio: A Foldable That Disappears, Earbuds That Double Down, and a Router Disguised as a Mountain

Huawei’s Dubai Trio: A Foldable That Disappears, Earbuds That Double Down, and a Router Disguised as a MountainFive years into the foldable smartphone experiment, thinness remains the singular obsession. Huawei just crossed a threshold that reframes the conve…

Dec. 11, 2025, 6:11 p.m.
China's High-Flying Swarm Mothership Drone Has Flown

The Jiutian is a heavy lifter with a large modular payload area that could be used for many missions, including the delivery of swarms of smaller drones.

China's High-Flying Swarm Mothership Drone Has Flown

The Jiutian is a heavy lifter with a large modular payload area that could be used for many missions, including the delivery of swarms of smaller drones.

Dec. 11, 2025, 4:49 p.m.
iOS 26.2 Coming Soon With These 8 New Features on Your iPhone

Apple seeded the second iOS 26.2 Release Candidate to developers earlier this week, meaning the update will be released to the general public very soon. Apple confirmed iOS 26.2 would be released in December, but it did not provide a specific date. We ex…

iOS 26.2 Coming Soon With These 8 New Features on Your iPhone

Apple seeded the second iOS 26.2 Release Candidate to developers earlier this week, meaning the update will be released to the general public very soon. Apple confirmed iOS 26.2 would be released in December, but it did not provide a specific date. We ex…

Dec. 11, 2025, 4:05 p.m.
China defends jailing Swedish-Chinese bookseller after UN release call

China rejected on Thursday any "interference" in its judicial sovereignty after a United Nations working group called for the immediate release of jailed Chinese-Swedish bookseller Gui Minhai.

China defends jailing Swedish-Chinese bookseller after UN release call

China rejected on Thursday any "interference" in its judicial sovereignty after a United Nations working group called for the immediate release of jailed Chinese-Swedish bookseller Gui Minhai.

Dec. 11, 2025, 4 p.m.
HUAWEI takes on Samsung with global launch of Mate X7 foldable

HUAWEI has globally launched the Mate X7, FreeClip 2, MatePad 11.5 S, and Watch Ultimate Design. Check out all the new products!

HUAWEI takes on Samsung with global launch of Mate X7 foldable

HUAWEI has globally launched the Mate X7, FreeClip 2, MatePad 11.5 S, and Watch Ultimate Design. Check out all the new products!

Dec. 11, 2025, 3:43 p.m.
Chinese government wades into Dutch chipmaker dispute — presses Netherlands to resolve Nexperia saga as supply concerns grow

China has called on the Netherlands to move quickly to resolve the dispute surrounding Nexperia after months of supervision measures and a retaliatory export freeze disrupted shipments of components.

Chinese government wades into Dutch chipmaker dispute — presses Netherlands to resolve Nexperia saga as supply concerns grow

China has called on the Netherlands to move quickly to resolve the dispute surrounding Nexperia after months of supervision measures and a retaliatory export freeze disrupted shipments of components.

Dec. 11, 2025, 2:30 p.m.
Meet A20 May: Always Ready For 'Paparazzi Arrive'

Get to know "ZAlpha Pop" Chinese girl group A20 May as they talk about their early beginnings, their music tastes, latest EP "Paparazzi Arrive," and what's next.

Meet A20 May: Always Ready For 'Paparazzi Arrive'

Get to know "ZAlpha Pop" Chinese girl group A20 May as they talk about their early beginnings, their music tastes, latest EP "Paparazzi Arrive," and what's next.

Dec. 11, 2025, 12:58 p.m.
DeepSeek Accused of Using Smuggled Nvidia Chips — Sparks Controversy in AI Race

Chinese AI company DeepSeek is accused of smuggling Nvidia chips to power newer AI models, but the spotlight is how this impacts the AI ​​race.

DeepSeek Accused of Using Smuggled Nvidia Chips — Sparks Controversy in AI Race

Chinese AI company DeepSeek is accused of smuggling Nvidia chips to power newer AI models, but the spotlight is how this impacts the AI race.

Dec. 11, 2025, 12:56 p.m.
Chinese Telecom Giant ZTE Could Owe More Than $1 Billion to US Over Foreign Bribery Allegation

Chinese telecom giant ZTE may face over $1 billion in U.S. penalties for alleged foreign bribery, impacting its global operations.

Chinese Telecom Giant ZTE Could Owe More Than $1 Billion to US Over Foreign Bribery Allegation

Chinese telecom giant ZTE may face over $1 billion in U.S. penalties for alleged foreign bribery, impacting its global operations.

Dec. 11, 2025, 12:42 p.m.
Researcher claims Salt Typhoon cyber spies attended Cisco training scheme

Skills gained later fed Beijing's cyber operations, according to SentinelLabs expert A security researcher specializing in tracking China threats claims two of Salt Typhoon's members were former attendees of a training scheme run by Cisco.…

Researcher claims Salt Typhoon cyber spies attended Cisco training scheme

Skills gained later fed Beijing's cyber operations, according to SentinelLabs expert A security researcher specializing in tracking China threats claims two of Salt Typhoon's members were former attendees of a training scheme run by Cisco.…

Dec. 11, 2025, 12:02 p.m.
Is Trump's $686m F-16 upgrade for Pakistan a message to India?

The US has authorized the sale of advanced technology and support for Pakistan's F-16 jets.

Is Trump's $686m F-16 upgrade for Pakistan a message to India?

The US has authorised the sale of advanced technology and support for Pakistan's F-16 jets.

Dec. 11, 2025, noon
Trump's AI-Regulation Ban Is a Threat to National Security

The United States should not be lobbied out of protecting its own future.

Trump's AI-Regulation Ban Is a Threat to National Security

The United States should not be lobbied out of protecting its own future.

Dec. 11, 2025, 11:55 a.m.
Links 12/11/2025

Our surreal daily links, including 'incomprehensible' Washington flooding, Trump seeks shield from war crime prosecutions, and think tank Polymarket games.

Links 12/11/2025

Our surreal daily links, including 'incomprehensible' Washington flooding, Trump seeks shield from war crime prosecutions, and think tank Polymarket games.

Dec. 11, 2025, 10:19 a.m.
China-Russia air patrol shows capability to maintain peace, stability

The joint patrol by Chinese and Russian air forces showed their resolve and capability to address regional security challenges and safeguard peace and stability, a Chinese defense spokesperson said on Wednesday.

China-Russia air patrol shows capability to maintain peace, stability

The joint patrol by Chinese and Russian air forces showed their resolve and capability to address regional security challenges and safeguard peace and stability, a Chinese defense spokesperson said on Wednesday.

Dec. 11, 2025, 10:19 a.m.
China opposes UK politicizing cybersecurity, urges UK to clarify its role in US cyberattack on China: FM on UK sanctions against 2 Chinese entities

In response to the UK's announcement of sanctions against two Chinese companies over alleged cyberattacks against the UK and its allies, a spokesperson for Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday that China firmly opposes and cracks down on hacking activit…

China opposes UK politicizing cybersecurity, urges UK to clarify its role in US cyberattack on China: FM on UK sanctions against 2 Chinese entities

In response to the UK's announcement of sanctions against two Chinese companies over alleged cyberattacks against the UK and its allies, a spokesperson for Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday that China firmly opposes and cracks down on hacking activit…

Dec. 11, 2025, 8:59 a.m.
US bombers join Japanese planes to counter China-Russia drills

The show of force highlights growing regional tensions as China asserts its military presence.

US bombers join Japanese planes to counter China-Russia drills

The show of force highlights growing regional tensions as China asserts its military presence.

Dec. 11, 2025, 8:03 a.m.
Mexico's Senate approves tariff hikes on Chinese, other Asian imports

China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs did not immediately comment on the higher tariffs.

Mexico's Senate approves tariff hikes on Chinese, other Asian imports

China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs did not immediately comment on the higher tariffs.

Dec. 11, 2025, 7:35 a.m.
China prepares Qingzhou cargo ship for low cost resupply flights

Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Dec 11, 2025 Qingzhou, or light vessel, China's new-generation cargo spacecraft, has achieved breakthroughs in multiple key technologies and is scheduled to make its maiden flight next year, according to its developer, the Chinese Academy…

China prepares Qingzhou cargo ship for low cost resupply flights

Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Dec 11, 2025 Qingzhou, or light vessel, China's new-generation cargo spacecraft, has achieved breakthroughs in multiple key technologies and is scheduled to make its maiden flight next year, according to its developer, the Chinese Academy…

Dec. 11, 2025, 7:35 a.m.
Triple Long March launches mark record day for Chinese space program

Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Dec 11, 2025 China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp (CASC) has achieved three orbital launches with Long March rockets in a single day, setting a new mark for the country's spaceflight cadence. The first mission lifted off at 6:11…

Triple Long March launches mark record day for Chinese space program

Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Dec 11, 2025 China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp (CASC) has achieved three orbital launches with Long March rockets in a single day, setting a new mark for the country's spaceflight cadence. The first mission lifted off at 6:11 …

Dec. 11, 2025, 7:33 a.m.
U.S. bombers join Japanese jets in show of force after China–Russia drills

U.S. nuclear-capable bombers flew over the Sea of ​​Japan alongside Japanese fighter jets on Wednesday, Tokyo said, in a show of force following Chinese and Russian ‌drills in the skies and seas around Japan and South Korea. Japan and the U.S. "reaffirmed …

U.S. bombers join Japanese jets in show of force after China–Russia drills

U.S. nuclear-capable bombers flew over the Sea of Japan alongside Japanese fighter jets on Wednesday, Tokyo said, in a show of force following Chinese and Russian ‌drills in the skies and seas around Japan and South Korea. Japan and the U.S. "reaffirmed …

Dec. 11, 2025, 6:55 a.m.
Mexico raises tariffs on Chinese imports

Mexican lawmakers have backed a measure to raise tariffs on goods from China and other countries that do not have trade agreements with Mexico, despite strong pushback from Beijing.

Mexico raises tariffs on Chinese imports

Mexican lawmakers have backed a measure to raise tariffs on goods from China and other countries that do not have trade agreements with Mexico, despite strong pushback from Beijing.

Dec. 11, 2025, 6 a.m.
China and Brazil forge space partnership despite U.S. warnings of surveillance risks

China and Brazil launch a joint space lab despite U.S. diplomatic pressure. The project centers on a major new radio telescope. The U.S. warns the technology could be used for military surveillance. The telescope will have dual-use capabilities for tracking s…

China and Brazil forge space partnership despite U.S. warnings of surveillance risks

China and Brazil launch a joint space lab despite U.S. diplomatic pressure. The project centers on a major new radio telescope. The U.S. warns the technology could be used for military surveillance. The telescope will have dual-use capabilities for tracking s…

Dec. 11, 2025, 6 a.m.
New York Times warns America is unprepared for war with China despite $901 billion defense budget

A classified Pentagon report warns the U.S. military would likely lose a war with China. China is rapidly building its military with a reported focus on seizing Taiwan by 2027. America’s outdated forces rely too much on vulnerable, expensive weapons like airc…

New York Times warns America is unprepared for war with China despite $901 billion defense budget

A classified Pentagon report warns the U.S. military would likely lose a war with China. China is rapidly building its military with a reported focus on seizing Taiwan by 2027. America’s outdated forces rely too much on vulnerable, expensive weapons like airc…

Dec. 11, 2025, 6 a.m.
Academic alliances: How western research fuels Chinaâs surveillance state

A new report reveals extensive research collaborations between elite Western universities and Chinese AI labs embedded in Beijing’s security state. The Chinese labs are tied to technologies enabling mass surveillance and human rights abuses, including against…

Academic alliances: How western research fuels China’s surveillance state

A new report reveals extensive research collaborations between elite Western universities and Chinese AI labs embedded in Beijing’s security state. The Chinese labs are tied to technologies enabling mass surveillance and human rights abuses, including against…

Dec. 11, 2025, 5:29 a.m.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for December: Assassin's Creed Mirage, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, Skate Story and more

This month, stalk the streets of ancient Baghdad in Assassin’s Creed Mirage, cut down demons across a fallen empire in Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, shred through hell’s underworld in Skate Story, or soar among the clouds in Granblue Fantasy: Relink. All these tit…

(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for December: Assassin's Creed Mirage, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, Skate Story and more

This month, stalk the streets of ancient Baghdad in Assassin’s Creed Mirage, cut down demons across a fallen empire in Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, shred through hell’s underworld in Skate Story, or soar among the clouds in Granblue Fantasy: Relink. All these tit…

Dec. 11, 2025, 5:03 a.m.
China's impressive trade surplus is making things hard for trading partners

China's record breaking one trillion-dollar trade surplus shows Trump's tariffs have done little to tame Beijing's export juggernaut. In fact, they might have turbocharged it instead.

China's impressive trade surplus is making things hard for trading partners

China's record breaking one trillion-dollar trade surplus shows Trump's tariffs have done little to tame Beijing's export juggernaut. In fact, they might have turbocharged it instead.

Dec. 11, 2025, 4:11 a.m.
China weighs Nvidia's H200 amid US export shift and supply constraints

The US government's decision to allow Nvidia to export its H200 AI chips to China has reopened a major channel for American semiconductor revenue, but whether Beijing will embrace the opportunity remains uncertain. In December 2025, President Donald Trump ann…

China weighs Nvidia's H200 amid US export shift and supply constraints

The US government's decision to allow Nvidia to export its H200 AI chips to China has reopened a major channel for American semiconductor revenue, but whether Beijing will embrace the opportunity remains uncertain. In December 2025, President Donald Trump ann…

Dec. 11, 2025, 2:36 a.m.
SK Hynix reaps largest benefits from H200 export approval

US President Donald Trump has allowed Nvidia's H200 chips to be exported to China, benefiting Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. iNews24 and IT Chosun reported that with the high likelihood that Chinese AI companies will see increased chip demand, the US easin…

SK Hynix reaps largest benefits from H200 export approval

US President Donald Trump has allowed Nvidia's H200 chips to be exported to China, benefiting Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. iNews24 and IT Chosun reported that with the high likelihood that Chinese AI companies will see increased chip demand, the US easin…

Dec. 11, 2025, 2:26 a.m.
Nvidia: Reports of an Elaborate Chinese GPU Smuggling Operation Are 'Far-fetched'

Deepseek reportedly received banned chips, and is allegedly using them to train a new model.

Nvidia: Reports of an Elaborate Chinese GPU Smuggling Operation Are 'Far-fetched'

Deepseek reportedly received banned chips, and is allegedly using them to train a new model.

Dec. 11, 2025, 2:26 a.m.
WSJ editors rage as Trump trades away national security for 'pennies on the dollar'

President Donald Trump got another slap on the wrist Wednesday night from the Wall Street Journal's conservative editorial board for his approval allowing Nvidia to sell advanced computer chips to China in exchange for the U.S. Treasury receiving 25% of sales…

WSJ editors rage as Trump trades away national security for 'pennies on the dollar'

President Donald Trump got another slap on the wrist Wednesday night from the Wall Street Journal's conservative editorial board for his approval allowing Nvidia to sell advanced computer chips to China in exchange for the U.S. Treasury receiving 25% of sales…