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Nov. 27, 2025, 2:09 p.m.
UBTech strikes deal with China to assist at border crossings, and this isn't a dystopian nightmare at all

UBTech Walker S2, one of the first mass-produced humanoid robots, is about to start a border patrol job in China. What does this mean for humanity?

UBTech strikes deal with China to assist at border crossings, and this isn't a dystopian nightmare at all

UBTech Walker S2, one of the first mass-produced humanoid robots, is about to start a border patrol job in China. What does this mean for humanity?

Nov. 27, 2025, 1:58 p.m.
Hong Kong fire that killed dozens 'under control'; hundreds still missing

Death toll rises to 65 as rescuers rush to reach victims trapped in upper apartments of high rises.

Hong Kong fire that killed dozens 'under control'; hundreds still missing

Death toll rises to 65 as rescuers rush to reach victims trapped in upper apartments of high rises.

Nov. 27, 2025, 1:45 p.m.
Japan denies report Trump told PM Takaichi not to provoke China on Taiwan

Takaichi's suggestion earlier this month that Tokyo could intervene militarily if Taiwan is attacked enrages Beijing.

Japan denies report Trump told PM Takaichi not to provoke China on Taiwan

Takaichi's suggestion earlier this month that Tokyo could intervene militarily if Taiwan is attacked enrages Beijing.

Nov. 27, 2025, 1:31 p.m.
Tesla's ex-global sales chief says Chinese EV makers use a 'super smart' technique that even Tesla has applied to its cars

Jon McNeill, Tesla's ex-global sales chief, said Tesla applied Chinese EV makers' technique on reusing parts for its Model 3 and Y.

Tesla's ex-global sales chief says Chinese EV makers use a 'super smart' technique that even Tesla has applied to its cars

Jon McNeill, Tesla's ex-global sales chief, said Tesla applied Chinese EV makers' technique on reusing parts for its Model 3 and Y.

Nov. 27, 2025, 1:16 p.m.
Hiring 'daughter': Chinese woman offers a flat, nearly Rs 40 thousand monthly salary

To the right person, she is willing to offer one of her two apartments, her possessions, and her monthly pension of US$420 (Rs 37,500) as a salary.

Hiring 'daughter': Chinese woman offers a flat, nearly Rs 40 thousand monthly salary

To the right person, she is willing to offer one of her two apartments, her possessions, and her monthly pension of US$420 (Rs 37,500) as a salary.

Nov. 27, 2025, 1:07 p.m.
China's Alibaba giant enters the smart glasses race with removable batteries

Chinese tech giant Alibaba entered the AI-powered smart glasses race on Thursday with the release of its Quark headsets in China. Notably, the batteries can be swapped out for all day usage unlike competitors. Alibaba said the Quark AI glasses come in two va…

China's Alibaba giant enters the smart glasses race with removable batteries

Chinese tech giant Alibaba entered the AI-powered smart glasses race on Thursday with the release of its Quark headsets in China. Notably, the batteries can be swapped out for all day usage unlike competitors.  Alibaba said the Quark AI glasses come in two va…

Nov. 27, 2025, 1 p.m.
Chinese Robot Sets Guinness World Record With 66-Mile Walk

The U.S.-China robot race is getting more literal.

Chinese Robot Sets Guinness World Record With 66-Mile Walk

The U.S.-China robot race is getting more literal.

Nov. 27, 2025, 12:12 p.m.
Chinese startup founded by Google engineer claims to have developed its own TPU chip for AI — custom ASIC reportedly 1.5 times faster than Nvidia's A100 GPU from 2020, 42% more efficient

A Chinese startup founded by an ex-Google engineer has developed its own tensor processing unit (TPU) that it claims can offer performance over 1.5 times that of the Nvidia A100 GPU released in 2020, with up to 42 percent greater efficiency.

Chinese startup founded by Google engineer claims to have developed its own TPU chip for AI — custom ASIC reportedly 1.5 times faster than Nvidia's A100 GPU from 2020, 42% more efficient

A Chinese startup founded by an ex-Google engineer has developed its own tensor processing unit (TPU) that it claims can offer performance over 1.5 times that of the Nvidia A100 GPU released in 2020, with up to 42 percent greater efficiency.

Nov. 27, 2025, 12:11 p.m.
China Warns Trump Over 'Golden Dome' Missile Defense Plans

China warned the United States that it would "resolutely counter" the proposed Golden Dome missile defense system, saying it undermines its legitimate security interests. The remarks were made on Thursday in a Chinese white paper on arms control, disarmament …

China Warns Trump Over 'Golden Dome' Missile Defense Plans

China warned the United States that it would "resolutely counter" the proposed Golden Dome missile defense system, saying it undermines its legitimate security interests. The remarks were made on Thursday in a Chinese white paper on arms control, disarmament …

Nov. 27, 2025, 11:55 a.m.
Links 11/27/2025

Our stuffed daily links, including Thanksgving economics, the AI ​​bailout begins, UK budget, and Europe no longer matters.

Links 11/27/2025

Our stuffed daily links, including Thanksgving economics, the AI bailout begins, UK budget, and Europe no longer matters.

Nov. 27, 2025, 11:22 a.m.
Puma Stock Soars On Chinese Sports Brand Takeover Rumors

A perceived undervaluation of the share price at Germany's Puma appears to have attracted Asian multi-brand sports firms, sending its stock value up amid takeover rumors.

Puma Stock Soars On Chinese Sports Brand Takeover Rumors

A perceived undervaluation of the share price at Germany's Puma appears to have attracted Asian multi-brand sports firms, sending its stock value up amid takeover rumors.

Nov. 27, 2025, 10:34 a.m.
Trump 'advises' Takaichi not to provoke China on Taiwan

U.S. President Donald Trump advised Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi not to provoke China over Taiwan's sovereignty, the Wall Street Journal reported on Nov. 27, after a diplomatic spat between Tokyo and Beijing.

Trump 'advises' Takaichi not to provoke China on Taiwan

U.S. President Donald Trump advised Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi not to provoke China over Taiwan's sovereignty, the Wall Street Journal reported on Nov. 27, after a diplomatic spat between Tokyo and Beijing.

Nov. 27, 2025, 10:18 a.m.
Sony just launched the 'world's largest' 200MP smartphone sensor – here's which phones could get it

The new Sony LYTIA LYT-901 sensor has 200 megapixels, is capable of 4x zoom, and is very large, but your favorite brands might not use it.

Sony just launched the 'world's largest' 200MP smartphone sensor – here's which phones could get it

The new Sony LYTIA LYT-901 sensor has 200 megapixels, is capable of 4x zoom, and is very large, but your favorite brands might not use it.

Nov. 27, 2025, 10:03 a.m.
ThreatsDay Bulletin: AI Malware, Voice Bot Flaws, Crypto Laundering, IoT Attacks — and 20 More Stories

Hackers have been busy again this week. From fake voice calls and AI-powered malware to huge money-laundering busts and new scams, there’s a lot happening in the cyber world. Criminals are getting creative — using smart tricks to steal data, sound real, and h…

ThreatsDay Bulletin: AI Malware, Voice Bot Flaws, Crypto Laundering, IoT Attacks — and 20 More Stories

Hackers have been busy again this week. From fake voice calls and AI-powered malware to huge money-laundering busts and new scams, there’s a lot happening in the cyber world. Criminals are getting creative — using smart tricks to steal data, sound real, and h…

Nov. 27, 2025, 9:59 a.m.
Chinese FM responds to whether China requested US to convey messages to Japan during China-US leaders' phone call

When asked whether China requested the US to convey any messages to Japan during the phone call between the two leaders given the US-Japan leaders' call took place after the China-US leaders' call, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said at the pr…

Chinese FM responds to whether China requested US to convey messages to Japan during China-US leaders' phone call

When asked whether China requested the US to convey any messages to Japan during the phone call between the two leaders given the US-Japan leaders' call took place after the China-US leaders' call, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said at the pr…

Nov. 27, 2025, 9:58 a.m.
Chinese FM responds to question about Saint Vincent and the Grenadines exploring possibility of developing relations with China

In response to a question about whether the Chinese Foreign Ministry can confirm that Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has been in contact with the Chinese side and is exploring the possibility of developing relations with Ch…

Chinese FM responds to question about Saint Vincent and the Grenadines exploring possibility of developing relations with China

In response to a question about whether the Chinese Foreign Ministry can confirm that Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has been in contact with the Chinese side and is exploring the possibility of developing relations with Ch…

Nov. 27, 2025, 7:38 a.m.
China-EU urges an internal resolution of Nexperia dispute

China's Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao and European Commission Trade and Economic Security Commissioner Maros Sefcovic held a video conference on November 26, 2025, to address the ongoing dispute involving Nexperia, a semiconductor manufacturer with headqua…

China-EU urge an internal resolution of Nexperia dispute

China's Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao and European Commission Trade and Economic Security Commissioner Maros Sefcovic held a video conference on November 26, 2025, to address the ongoing dispute involving Nexperia, a semiconductor manufacturer with headqua…

Nov. 27, 2025, 7:34 a.m.
China's top paper urges U.S. to rein in Japan over Taiwan

China urged the U.S. on Thursday to rein in Japan and prevent any "actions to revive militarism" in an editorial published by the newspaper of the ruling Communist Party, as a war of words with Tokyo grows over the Japanese prime minister's remarks …

China's top paper urges U.S. to rein in Japan over Taiwan

China urged the U.S. on Thursday to rein in Japan and prevent any "actions to revive militarism" in an editorial published by the newspaper of the ruling Communist Party, as a war of words with Tokyo grows over the Japanese prime minister's remarks …

Nov. 27, 2025, 7:30 a.m.
Naver To Acquire Korean Crypto Exchange Giant Dunamu In $10 Billion Deal

Naver’s purchase of Dunamu is set to create a fintech heavyweight that offers everything from payments to crypto and stock trading.

Naver To Acquire Korean Crypto Exchange Giant Dunamu In $10 Billion Deal

Naver’s purchase of Dunamu is set to create a fintech heavyweight that offers everything from payments to crypto and stock trading.

Nov. 27, 2025, 7:11 a.m.
New Delhi and Beijing clash over detention of Indian citizens

India has protested what it calls China’s “arbitrary actions” in detaining a woman born in a state claimed by Beijing Read Full Article at RT.com

New Delhi and Beijing clash over detention of Indian citizen

India has protested what it calls China’s “arbitrary actions” in detaining a woman born in a state claimed by Beijing Read Full Article at RT.com

Nov. 27, 2025, 6:23 a.m.
China Cycle 2026: Building An Innovation Driven, Intelligence-led Future

China Cycle 2026: Building An Innovation Driven, Intelligence-led Future

China Cycle 2026: Building An Innovation Driven, Intelligence-led Future

China Cycle 2026: Building An Innovation Driven, Intelligence-led Future

Nov. 27, 2025, 6 a.m.
Taiwanâs $40 billion defense surge: A last stand against Beijingâs aggression?

Taiwan approves historic $40 billion defense budget to counter China’s invasion threats with AI missiles, drones, and air defense upgrades. Beijing dismisses the move as reckless, warning it will bring disaster while escalating military and economic pressure.…

Taiwan’s $40 billion defense surge: A last stand against Beijing’s aggression?

Taiwan approves historic $40 billion defense budget to counter China’s invasion threats with AI missiles, drones, and air defense upgrades. Beijing dismisses the move as reckless, warning it will bring disaster while escalating military and economic pressure.…

Nov. 27, 2025, 4:52 a.m.
Why UAE, Saudi Arabia and Morocco Are Winning Chinese Tourists

Chinese travelers are driving a sharp tourism surge in the Middle East and North Africa. The growth hinges on simple fixes: easier visas, more flights, and clear safety signals. The places that cut the hassle are winning.

Why UAE, Saudi Arabia and Morocco Are Winning Chinese Tourists

Chinese travelers are driving a sharp tourism surge in the Middle East and North Africa. The growth hinges on simple fixes: easier visas, more flights, and clear safety signals. The places that cut the hassle are winning.

Nov. 27, 2025, 4:40 a.m.
Trump advises Takaichi not to provoke China on Taiwan: Report

The Chinese embassy in Japan again warned people to be careful, saying there had been a surge in crime and that Chinese citizens had reported "being insulted, beaten and injured for no reason".

Trump advises Takaichi not to provoke China on Taiwan: Report

The Chinese embassy in Japan again warned people to be careful, saying there had been a surge in crime and that Chinese citizens had reported "being insulted, beaten and injured for no reason".

Nov. 27, 2025, 4:28 a.m.
China's BEV Trucks and the End of Diesel's Dominance

Cheap Chinese battery electric heavy trucks are no longer a rumor. They are real machines with real price tags that are so low that they force a reassessment of what the global freight industry is willing to pay for electrification. Standing in a commercial v…

China's BEV Trucks and the End of Diesel's Dominance

Cheap Chinese battery electric heavy trucks are no longer a rumor. They are real machines with real price tags that are so low that they force a reassessment of what the global freight industry is willing to pay for electrification. Standing in a commercial v…

Nov. 27, 2025, 3:31 a.m.
2026 iCaur V23 EV launched in Malaysia – up to 211 PS, 430 km NEDC; 2WD fr RM119,800, iWD RM132,800

After two previews, the iCaur V23 has finally made its launch debut in Malaysia. The Chinese brand’s second electric vehicle (EV) for our market goes on sale here just a few months after the 03, […] The post 2026 iCaur V23 EV launched in Malaysia – up to 211…

2026 iCaur V23 EV launched in Malaysia – up to 211 PS, 430 km NEDC; 2WD fr RM119,800, iWD RM132,800

After two previews, the iCaur V23 has finally made its launch debut in Malaysia. The Chinese brand’s second electric vehicle (EV) for our market goes on sale here just a few months after the 03, […] The post 2026 iCaur V23 EV launched in Malaysia – up to 211 …

Nov. 27, 2025, 3:11 a.m.
US extends China product exclusions under Section 301 through November 2026

The Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) has announced the extension of 178 product exclusions from additional tariffs on Chinese goods, originally imposed under the Section 301 investigation of China's technology transfer, intellectual property, and …

US extends China product exclusions under Section 301 through November 2026

The Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) has announced the extension of 178 product exclusions from additional tariffs on Chinese goods, originally imposed under the Section 301 investigation of China's technology transfer, intellectual property, and …

Nov. 27, 2025, 2:07 a.m.
Trump blindsides key ally with stunning demand

President Donald Trump privately told the prime minister of Japan to back off its aggressive stance against China invading Taiwan, reported the Wall Street Journal — a move that blindsided an allied leader whom Trump generally praises for hawkishness."Days af…

Trump blindsides key ally with stunning demand

President Donald Trump privately told the prime minister of Japan to back off its aggressive stance against China invading Taiwan, reported the Wall Street Journal — a move that blindsided an allied leader whom Trump generally praises for hawkishness."Days af…

Nov. 27, 2025, 1:15 a.m.
The US Navy Can't Find Workers To Build Warships, And It's Pretty Clear Why

Careers in the armed forces can be dangerous and demand high levels of skill, but they often offer lower wages than more mundane employment.

The US Navy Can't Find Workers To Build Warships, And It's Pretty Clear Why

Careers in the armed forces can be dangerous and demand high levels of skill, but they often offer lower wages than more mundane employment.

Nov. 27, 2025, 12:10 a.m.
Trump, After Call With China's Xi, Told Tokyo to Lower the Volume on Taiwan (Wall Street Journal)

Wall Street Journal: Trump, After Call With China's Xi, Told Tokyo to Lower the Volume on Taiwan — Japan, a U.S. ally that had angered China on Taiwan, found the message worrying — Chinese leader Xi Jinping was angry, and President Trump was listening. —…

Trump, After Call With China's Xi, Told Tokyo to Lower the Volume on Taiwan (Wall Street Journal)

Wall Street Journal: Trump, After Call With China's Xi, Told Tokyo to Lower the Volume on Taiwan  —  Japan, a U.S. ally that had angered China on Taiwan, found the message worrying  —  Chinese leader Xi Jinping was angry, and President Trump was listening.  —…

Nov. 27, 2025, midnight
Benchmarking Chinese CPUs

When it comes to PCs, Westerners are most familiar with x86/x64 processors from Intel and AMD, with Apple Silicon taking up a significant market share, too. However, in China, a relatively new…

Benchmarking Chinese CPUs

When it comes to PCs, Westerners are most most familiar with x86/x64 processors from Intel and AMD, with Apple Silicon taking up a significant market share, too. However, in China, a relatively new…

Nov. 26, 2025, 11:38 p.m.
Can Chinese Authoritarianism Stay Smart?

Beijing’s continued economic growth depends on a fragile balance of control and freedom.

Can Chinese Authoritarianism Stay Smart?

Beijing’s continued economic growth depends on a fragile balance of control and freedom.

Nov. 26, 2025, 11:06 p.m.
Kano gov hosts Chinese deputy chief of mission, pledges strong ties

Kano Gov. Abba Kabir Yusuf meets a Chinese envoy, reaffirming strong Kano-China relations and commitment to security, investment, and economic growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-gov-hosts-chinese-deputy-chief-of-mission-pledges-strong-ties/

Kano gov hosts Chinese deputy chief of mission, pledges strong ties

Kano Gov. Abba Kabir Yusuf meets a Chinese envoy, reaffirming strong Kano-China relations and commitment to security, investment, and economic growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-gov-hosts-chinese-deputy-chief-of-mission-pledges-strong-ties/

Nov. 26, 2025, 11 p.m.
Chinese Man Unseats 240 Others by Lying Flat for 33 Hours in Viral Mattress Contest

In Baotou, Inner Mongolia, a 23-year-old man won a bizarre “lying-flat” contest by remaining motionless on a mattress for 33 hours and 35 minutes — a spectacle livestreamed to millions and billed as a celebration of the “tang ping” lifestyle. A shopping-centr…

Chinese Man Unseats 240 Others by Lying Flat for 33 Hours in Viral Mattress Contest

In Baotou, Inner Mongolia, a 23-year-old man won a bizarre “lying-flat” contest by remaining motionless on a mattress for 33 hours and 35 minutes — a spectacle livestreamed to millions and billed as a celebration of the “tang ping” lifestyle. A shopping-centr…

Nov. 26, 2025, 10:41 p.m.
Hong Kong's Mission to Watch the Moon Get Bombarded

In 2028, Hong Kong will launch its first dedicated lunar orbiter not to study craters or map minerals, but to monitor something far more urgent, the constant barrage of meteoroids slamming into the Moon's surface at thousands of kilometres per hour. As China …

Hong Kong's Mission to Watch the Moon Get Bombarded

In 2028, Hong Kong will launch its first dedicated lunar orbiter not to study craters or map minerals, but to monitor something far more urgent, the constant barrage of meteoroids slamming into the Moon's surface at thousands of kilometres per hour. As China …

Nov. 26, 2025, 9:38 p.m.
China again cautions citizens against Japan visits

China's embassy in Japan on Wednesday again cautioned Chinese citizens against visiting Japan in the near future, citing what it said were reports from multiple nationals who experienced "unprovoked insults and beatings" and suffered injuries in rec…

China again cautions citizens against Japan visits

China's embassy in Japan on Wednesday again cautioned Chinese citizens against visiting Japan in the near future, citing what it said were reports from multiple nationals who experienced "unprovoked insults and beatings" and suffered injuries in rec…

Nov. 26, 2025, 9:27 p.m.
Can Starlink be blocked? Scary Chinese simulation shows 1,000 drones can jam satellite internet over an island as large as Taiwan

A Chinese study shows that Starlink could be totally blocked out over a large island by a swarm of drones.

Can Starlink be blocked? Scary Chinese simulation shows 1,000 drones can jam satellite internet over an island as large as Taiwan

A Chinese study shows that Starlink could be totally blocked out over a large island by a swarm of drones.

Nov. 26, 2025, 9:05 p.m.
Congress Calls Anthropic CEO to Testify About AI Cyberattack Allegedly From China

"We believe this is the first documented case of a large-scale cyberattack executed without substantial human intervention," Anthropic said earlier this month.

Congress Calls Anthropic CEO to Testify About AI Cyberattack Allegedly From China

"We believe this is the first documented case of a large-scale cyberattack executed without substantial human intervention," Anthropic said earlier this month.

Nov. 26, 2025, 8:55 p.m.
AUDI at Auto Guangzhou and EV Potential from Collaboration for Volkswagen Group

The streets of Guangzhou are dominated by Chinese branded cars with green license plates (signifying NEVs). The smaller number of blue plates (ICE) are largely older American, Japanese and German brands, with a significant share coming from Volkswagen Group's…

AUDI at Auto Guangzhou and EV Potential from Collaboration for Volkswagen Group

The streets of Guangzhou are dominated by Chinese branded cars with green license plates (signifying NEVs). The smaller number of blue plates (ICE) are largely older American, Japanese and German brands, with a significant share coming from Volkswagen Group's…

Nov. 26, 2025, 7:26 p.m.
Pentagon Cited Alibaba on China Military Aid in Oct. 7 Letter

An anonymous reader shares a report: The Pentagon concluded that Alibaba Group, Baidu and BYD should be added to a list of companies that aid the Chinese military, according to a letter sent to Congress roughly three weeks before Donald Trump and Xi Jinping a…

Pentagon Cited Alibaba on China Military Aid in Oct. 7 Letter

An anonymous reader shares a report: The Pentagon concluded that Alibaba Group, Baidu and BYD should be added to a list of companies that aid the Chinese military, according to a letter to Congress sent roughly three weeks before Donald Trump and Xi Jinping a…

Nov. 26, 2025, 7:12 p.m.
'I am devastated': Hong Kong residents in disbelief after fire destroys blocks of flats

Efforts to control the blaze are continuing as locals wait for news of missing loved ones.

'I am devastated': Hong Kong residents in disbelief after fire destroys blocks of flats

Efforts to control the blaze are continuing as locals wait for news of missing loved ones.

Nov. 26, 2025, 7:10 p.m.
China Launches Emergency Mission to Its Space Station, Putting NASA to Shame

Talk about turnaround time.

China Launches Emergency Mission to Its Space Station, Putting NASA to Shame

Talk about turnaround time.

Nov. 26, 2025, 6:11 p.m.
China's Dual Squeeze on European Industry Intensifies

European manufacturers are facing a two-front assault from China that has German industry associations warning of deindustrialisation: on one side, artificially cheap Chinese goods are flooding into Europe, and on the other, Beijing has demonstrated its willi…

China's Dual Squeeze on European Industry Intensifies

European manufacturers are facing a two-front assault from China that has German industry associations warning of deindustrialisation: on one side, artificially cheap Chinese goods are flooding into Europe, and on the other, Beijing has demonstrated its willi…

Nov. 26, 2025, 5:28 p.m.
China blocks Bytedance from Nvidia chip use: Report

ByteDance had bought more Nvidia chips than any other Chinese firm in 2025 as it raced to secure computing power.

China blocks Bytedance from Nvidia chip use: Report

ByteDance had bought more Nvidia chips than any other Chinese firm in 2025 as it raced to secure computing power.

Nov. 26, 2025, 4:52 p.m.
China Driving Wedge Between Republicans As Their Drone Companies Take Off

Republicans are debating the inclusion of a provision in defense bill that would halt the selling of Chinese-made drones in the U.S., a report shows.

China Driving Wedge Between Republicans As Their Drone Companies Take Off

Republicans are debating the inclusion of a provision in defense bill that would halt the selling of Chinese-made drones in the U.S., a report shows.

Nov. 26, 2025, 4:08 p.m.
Tesla's Europe Sales Plunge 49%

As part of a slide that has gone on for months, Tesla’s (NASDAQ: TSLA) EU, UK, and EFTA registrations (the proxy for sales) dropped 49% in October to 6,964. ...

Tesla's Europe Sales Plunge 49%

As part of a slide that has gone on for months, Tesla’s (NASDAQ: TSLA) EU, UK, and EFTA registrations (the proxy for sales) dropped 49% in October to 6,964. ...