President Donald Trump reportedly called the new prime minister of Japan, Sanae Takaichi, and asked her to back off public statements of support for Taiwan following a long, “angry” call with China’s President Xi Jinping, reported the Wall Street Journal this…
President Donald Trump reportedly called the new prime minister of Japan, Sanae Takaichi, and asked her to back off public statements of support for Taiwan following a long, “angry” call with China’s President Xi Jinping, reported the Wall Street Journal this…
A theory of social systems, entropy, and power that explains the shifting world order and how the banking-state system may be adapting.
A theory of social systems, entropy, and power that explains the shifting world order and how the banking-state system may be adapting.
German manufacturer Cherry is in crisis. The peripherals division could go to another company.
German manufacturer Cherry is in crisis. The peripherals division could go to another company.
Is a free AI model really faster than ChatGPT-5? Here's what the benchmarks say about this new LLM -- and how you can test it out for yourself.
Is a free AI model really faster than ChatGPT-5? Here's what the benchmarks say about this new LLM -- and how you can test it out for yourself.
Wang Shu and Lu Wenyu have been named as curators of the 2027 Venice Architecture Biennale, scheduled to run from 8 May to 21 November 2027. The Chinese architects, who founded Amateur Architecture Studio in 1997, bring nearly three decades of practice and ac…
Wang Shu and Lu Wenyu have been named as curators of the 2027 Venice Architecture Biennale, scheduled to run from 8 May to 21 November 2027. The Chinese architects, who founded Amateur Architecture Studio in 1997, bring nearly three decades of practice and ac…
Many residents are determined to look for their loved ones - no matter if they are dead or alive.
Many residents are determined to look for their loved ones - no matter if they are dead or alive.
Leopard cats were living alongside people in ancient China for more than 3,500 years before domestic cats arrived from Europe via the Silk Road.
Leopard cats were living alongside people in ancient China for more than 3,500 years before domestic cats arrived from Europe via the Silk Road.
AMD Zen-derived cores surely make for a licensing nightmare.
AMD Zen-derived cores surely make for a licensing nightmare.
Tech giants including Alibaba, Amazon and Meta are counting on AI as the "killer app" that convinces consumers to try smart glasses.
Tech giants including Alibaba, Amazon and Meta are counting on AI as the "killer app" that convinces consumers to try smart glasses.
Beijing’s top diplomat told the French presidential adviser on Thursday he hoped Paris would promote closer China-EU relations, days before the two countries’ leaders meet. Wang Yi told Emmanuel Bonne in a scheduled phone call he hoped “France would encourage…
Beijing’s top diplomat told the French presidential adviser on Thursday he hoped Paris would promote closer China-EU relations, days before the two countries’ leaders meet. Wang Yi told Emmanuel Bonne in a scheduled phone call he hoped “France would encourage…
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 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?
Death toll rises to 65 as rescuers rush to reach victims trapped in upper apartments of high rises.
Death toll rises to 65 as rescuers rush to reach victims trapped in upper apartments of high rises.
Takaichi's suggestion earlier this month that Tokyo could intervene militarily if Taiwan is attacked enrages Beijing.
Takaichi's suggestion earlier this month that Tokyo could intervene militarily if Taiwan is attacked enrages Beijing.
Jon McNeill, Tesla's ex-global sales chief, said Tesla applied Chinese EV makers' technique on reusing parts for its Model 3 and Y.
Jon McNeill, Tesla's ex-global sales chief, said Tesla applied Chinese EV makers' technique on reusing parts for its Model 3 and Y.
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.
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.
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…
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…
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.
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.
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 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 …
Our stuffed daily links, including Thanksgving economics, the AI bailout begins, UK budget, and Europe no longer matters.
Our stuffed daily links, including Thanksgving economics, the AI bailout begins, UK budget, and Europe no longer matters.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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'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 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 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 …
Naver’s purchase of Dunamu is set to create a fintech heavyweight that offers everything from payments to crypto and stock trading.
Naver’s purchase of Dunamu is set to create a fintech heavyweight that offers everything from payments to crypto and stock trading.
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
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
China Cycle 2026: Building An Innovation Driven, Intelligence-led Future
China Cycle 2026: Building An Innovation Driven, Intelligence-led Future
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 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.…
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.
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.
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".
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".
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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 …
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 …
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…
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…
Careers in the armed forces can be dangerous and demand high levels of skill, but they often offer lower wages than more mundane employment.
Careers in the armed forces can be dangerous and demand high levels of skill, but they often offer lower wages than more mundane employment.
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. —…
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. —…
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…
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…