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Nov. 21, 2025, 10 p.m.
As China launches an AI Manhattan Project, US AI Support is buckling under High Energy Prices

"...While American AI researchers struggle with a fragile power grid, Chinese developers now treat energy availability as a solved problem. ..."

As China launches an AI Manhattan Project, US AI Support is buckling under High Energy Prices

"... While American AI researchers struggle with a fragile power grid, Chinese developers now treat energy availability as a solved problem. ..."

Nov. 21, 2025, 8:57 p.m.
How Solar Energy Could Transform Geopolitics

Environmentalist Bill McKibben on the incredible growth of clean energy in 2025.

How Solar Energy Could Transform Geopolitics

Environmentalist Bill McKibben on the incredible growth of clean energy in 2025.

Nov. 21, 2025, 8:30 p.m.
We remember the internet bubble. This mania looks and feels the same

The AI ​​revolution is three years old Nov. 30. In just 36 months AI has gone from great-new-toy, to global phenomenon, to where we are today - debating whether we are in one of the biggest technology bubbles or booms in modern times. To us there is no debate. …

We remember the internet bubble. This mania looks and feels the same

The AI revolution is three years old Nov. 30. In just 36 months AI has gone from great-new-toy, to global phenomenon, to where we are today - debating whether we are in one of the biggest technology bubbles or booms in modern times. To us there is no debate. …

Nov. 21, 2025, 8:23 p.m.
Saudi Arabia's F-35 Push Advances After U.S.–Saudi Defense Pact

Washington signals the will for a fast approval of a Saudi F-35 sale, reflecting a renewed effort for quicker weapons sales and the new U.S.-Saudi Strategic Defense Agreement. The prospect of Saudi Arabia becoming the next Middle Eastern operator of the F-35 …

Saudi Arabia's F-35 Push Advances After U.S.–Saudi Defense Pact

Washington signals the will for a fast approval of a Saudi F-35 sale, reflecting a renewed effort for quicker weapons sales and the new U.S.-Saudi Strategic Defense Agreement. The prospect of Saudi Arabia becoming the next Middle Eastern operator of the F-35 …

Nov. 21, 2025, 8:04 p.m.
'We want to trust what we've heard': Farmers remain unsettled on trade, even after China's biggest U.S. soybean purchase in two years

China’s U.S. soybean haul has exceeded 1 million metric tons this month. Trump wants China to buy 12 million tons by the end of the year.

'We want to trust what we've heard': Farmers remain unsettled on trade, even after China's biggest U.S. soybean purchase in two years

China’s U.S. soybean haul has exceeded 1 million metric tons this month. Trump wants China to buy 12 million tons by the end of the year.

Nov. 21, 2025, 7:58 p.m.
English Dub Of Animated Smash 'Ne Zha 2' Gets HBO Max Streaming Date

The English dub of the animated global blockbuster "Ne Zha 2" is coming soon to streaming on HBO Max. Find out when you can watch it on the platform.

English Dub Of Animated Smash 'Ne Zha 2' Gets HBO Max Streaming Date

The English dub of the animated global blockbuster "Ne Zha 2" is coming soon to streaming on HBO Max. Find out when you can watch it on the platform.

Nov. 21, 2025, 6:20 p.m.
Japan Leader's Taiwan Comments Put China Ties to the Test

Just weeks after Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met to mend ties, her comments on Taiwan are putting the uneasy balance between Asia’s biggest powers to the test. Read more:…

Japan Leader's Taiwan Comments Put China Ties to the Test

Just weeks after Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met to mend ties, her comments on Taiwan are putting the uneasy balance between Asia’s biggest powers to the test. Read more:…

Nov. 21, 2025, 6 p.m.
2025.47: Gemini! At The Disco

The best Stratechery content from the week of November 17, 2025, including the arrival of Gemini, the most takeable companies in tech, and China's unhappiness with Japan's new Prime Minister.

2025.47: Gemini! At The Disco

The best Stratechery content from the week of November 17, 2025, including the arrival of Gemini, the most takeable companies in tech, and China's unhappiness with Japan's new Prime Minister.

Nov. 21, 2025, 5:08 p.m.
Why Japan's support for Taiwan has gone down so badly in China

While the row between China and Japan is escalating, there is cause for optimism.

Why Japan's support for Taiwan has gone down so badly in China

While the row between China and Japan is escalating, there is cause for optimism.

Nov. 21, 2025, 4:46 p.m.
Saudi F-35s Won't End Israel's Qualitative Military Edge, Analysts Say

“Israel under its current government and regional posture is unlikely to want an equally capable neighbor, especially one that hasn’t normalized ties,” said a RANE analyst.

Saudi F-35s Won't End Israel's Qualitative Military Edge, Analysts Say

“Israel under its current government and regional posture is unlikely to want an equally capable neighbor, especially one that hasn’t normalized ties," said a RANE analyst.

Nov. 21, 2025, 4:02 p.m.
BYD Leads EV Boom In Central & South America

EV sales in Central and South America are growing steadily, thanks to imports from Chinese companies like BYD and Great Wall. The post BYD Leads EV Boom In Central & South America first appeared on CleanTechnica.

BYD Leads EV Boom In Central & South America

EV sales in Central and South America are growing steadily, thanks to imports from Chinese companies like BYD and Great Wall. The post BYD Leads EV Boom In Central & South America appeared first on CleanTechnica.

Nov. 21, 2025, 4:01 p.m.
How to Respond to Chinese Imports

China’s export machine demands the attention of economic policymakers everywhere. But erecting trade barriers is the wrong response and distracts from the need for more targeted measures to address the risks to national security, innovation, and jobs.

How to Respond to Chinese Imports

China’s export machine demands the attention of economic policymakers everywhere. But erecting trade barriers is the wrong response and distracts from the need for more targeted measures to address the risks to national security, innovation, and jobs.

Nov. 21, 2025, 3:41 p.m.
Capitals stalling fix to Chinese parcel flood, says Parliament

Both institutions want to close talks on a planned customs reform this year, but big issues remain

Capitals stalling fix to Chinese parcel flood, says Parliament

Both institutions want to close talks on a planned customs reform this year, but big issues remain

Nov. 21, 2025, 3:33 p.m.
Toyota's new flagship EV for China should be sold everywhere

Toyota launched its new flagship electric sedan in China with pre-orders starting at under $30,000. The bZ7 is Toyota’s most advanced vehicle yet, offering far more tech and features than those sold in the US, Europe, and every other global market. more…

Toyota's new flagship EV for China should be sold everywhere

Toyota launched its new flagship electric sedan in China with pre-orders starting at under $30,000. The bZ7 is Toyota’s most advanced vehicle yet, offering far more tech and features than those sold in the US, Europe, and every other global market. more…

Nov. 21, 2025, 2:55 p.m.
Bitcoin ASIC producer Bitmain faces US probe over national security risks: Report

US authorities have reportedly launched an investigation into Bitmain, examining whether the Chinese ASIC manufacturer’s equipment contains remote-control features that could pose security risks.

Bitcoin ASIC producer Bitmain faces US probe over national security risks: Report

US authorities have reportedly launched an investigation into Bitmain, examining whether the Chinese ASIC manufacturer’s equipment contains remote-control features that could pose security risks.

Nov. 21, 2025, 2 p.m.
Photos of the Week: Christmas Market, Mountain Frost, Penguin Outing

The 2025 Miss Universe competition in Thailand, lingering damage from Hurricane Melissa in Cuba, a volcanic eruption in Indonesia, ice sculptures in Edinburgh, and much more

Photos of the Week: Christmas Market, Mountain Frost, Penguin Outing

The 2025 Miss Universe competition in Thailand, lingering damage from Hurricane Melissa in Cuba, a volcanic eruption in Indonesia, ice sculptures in Edinburgh, and much more

Nov. 21, 2025, 1:25 p.m.
Why German companies can't quit China

For decades, China has been a critical economic partner for German business. That remains the case and German industry is reluctant to pivot away despite a changing economic and political relationship.

Why German companies can't quit China

For decades, China has been a critical economic partner for German business. That remains the case and German industry is reluctant to pivot away despite a changing economic and political relationship.

Nov. 21, 2025, 1 p.m.
Scientists Found a Massive Asteroid Crater Hidden in Plain Sight

At 900 meters, the giant crater in southern China is three times larger than the previous Holocene recorder holder.

Scientists Found a Massive Asteroid Crater Hidden in Plain Sight

At 900 meters, the giant crater in southern China is three times larger than the previous Holocene recorder holder.

Nov. 21, 2025, 12:34 p.m.
India's Tejas fighter jet crashes at Dubai Airshow, pilot dies

The crash is the second recorded for the HAL Tejas, a key jet in India's efforts to modernize its air force fleet.

India's Tejas fighter jet crashes at Dubai Airshow, pilot dies

The crash is the second recorded for the HAL Tejas, a key jet in India's efforts to modernise its air force fleet.

Nov. 21, 2025, 12:12 p.m.
Huawei's Ascend AI chip ecosystem scales up as China pushes for semiconductor independence — however, firm lags behind on efficiency and performance

Huawei’s in-house Ascend processors and their surrounding supplier network are being positioned as the foundation of a national effort to build an independent, fully domestic semiconductor ecosystem.

Huawei's Ascend AI chip ecosystem scales up as China pushes for semiconductor independence — however, firm lags behind on efficiency and performance

Huawei’s in-house Ascend processors and their surrounding supplier network are being positioned as the foundation of a national effort to build an independent, fully domestic semiconductor ecosystem.

Nov. 21, 2025, 10:42 a.m.
APT24 Deploys BADAUDIO in Years-Long Espionage Hitting Taiwan and 1,000+ Domains

A China-nexus threat actor known as APT24 has been observed using a previously undocumented malware dubbed BADAUDIO to establish persistent remote access to compromised networks as part of a nearly three-year campaign. "While earlier operations relied on broa…

APT24 Deploys BADAUDIO in Years-Long Espionage Hitting Taiwan and 1,000+ Domains

A China-nexus threat actor known as APT24 has been observed using a previously undocumented malware dubbed BADAUDIO to establish persistent remote access to compromised networks as part of a nearly three-year campaign. "While earlier operations relied on broa…

Nov. 21, 2025, 10:29 a.m.
Dutch lift governments emergency controls on Nexperia

Nexperia stated that restoring the full supply chain will require further cooperation from its Chinese units.

Dutch government lifts emergency controls on Nexperia

Nexperia stated that restoring the full supply chain will require further cooperation from its Chinese units.

Nov. 21, 2025, 9:39 a.m.
Nvidia Chips Export Plot Involving Americans and Chinese Nationals Exposed

Four individuals, including two Americans and two Chinese nationals, face federal charges for secretly exporting Nvidia AI chips to China.

Nvidia Chips Export Plot Involving Americans and Chinese Nationals Exposed

Four individuals, including two Americans and two Chinese nationals, face federal charges for secretly exporting Nvidia AI chips to China.

Nov. 21, 2025, 9:30 a.m.
Taiwan president lunches on sushi in support of Japan; Taiwan charges 7 with spying

Taipei (AFP) Nov 20, 2025 Images of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te holding a plate of sushi were posted on social media on Thursday in a show of support for Tokyo after reports that China will halt Japanese seafood imports. The row between Japan and Chi…

Taiwan president lunches on sushi in support of Japan; Taiwan charges 7 with spying

Taipei (AFP) Nov 20, 2025 Images of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te holding a plate of sushi were posted on social media on Thursday in a show of support for Tokyo after reports that China will halt Japanese seafood imports. The row between Japan and Chi…

Nov. 21, 2025, 9:30 a.m.
Chinese experiment tests lunar construction bricks after space exposure

Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Nov 20, 2025 China has advanced its lunar exploration program with the return of experimental lunar regolith bricks, which spent a year exposed to the space environment aboard China's space station. These bricks, developed by Ding Lieyun …

Chinese experiment tests lunar construction bricks after space exposure

Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Nov 20, 2025 China has advanced its lunar exploration program with the return of experimental lunar regolith bricks, which spent a year exposed to the space environment aboard China's space station. These bricks, developed by Ding Lieyun …

Nov. 21, 2025, 9:30 a.m.
US national in German court over China spying offer

Berlin (AFP) Nov 19, 2025 A US citizen went on trial in Germany on Wednesday accused of offering sensitive information to China while he was working for a civilian contractor at a US military base. The suspect, partially named as Martin D., worked for a U…

US national in German court over China spying offer

Berlin (AFP) Nov 19, 2025 A US citizen went on trial in Germany on Wednesday accused of offering sensitive information to China while he was working for a civilian contractor at a US military base. The suspect, partially named as Martin D., worked for a U…

Nov. 21, 2025, 9:12 a.m.
As Hollywood Flops Pile Up, China's Storytelling Giant Yuewen Tries A Different Approach

“We balance the art of storytelling and the science of crowdsourced insight to discover what resonates,” Yuewen CEO Hou Xiaonan recently told Forbes China.

As Hollywood Flops Pile Up, China's Storytelling Giant Yuewen Tries A Different Approach

“We balance the art of storytelling and the science of crowdsourced insight to discover what resonates,” Yuewen CEO Hou Xiaonan recently told Forbes China.

Nov. 21, 2025, 8:57 a.m.
AI drives accounting transformation in China: CPA Australia survey

The organizations are placing increased emphasis on achieving stronger ROI from their AI initiatives.

AI drives accounting transformation in China: CPA Australia survey

The organisations are placing increased emphasis on achieving stronger ROI from their AI initiatives.

Nov. 21, 2025, 8:48 a.m.
US moves to bar CHIPS Act recipients from purchasing Chinese chipmaking equipment for 10 years

US lawmakers are advancing bipartisan legislation to prohibit companies receiving federal semiconductor subsidies from purchasing chipmaking equipment manufactured in China for the next decade. The proposal aims to harden supply chain security and ensure that…

US moves to bar CHIPS Act recipients from purchasing Chinese chipmaking equipment for 10 years

US lawmakers are advancing bipartisan legislation to prohibit companies receiving federal semiconductor subsidies from purchasing chipmaking equipment manufactured in China for the next decade. The proposal aims to harden supply chain security and ensure that…

Nov. 21, 2025, 8:33 a.m.
Nexperia shockwaves hit auto industry as Europe and Japan slash output

The Dutch government recently suspended its administrative order against Nexperia and returned control of the chipmaker to its Chinese parent company, Wingtech Technology. While the move has softened diplomatic friction between the Netherlands and China, the …

Nexperia shockwaves hit auto industry as Europe and Japan slash output

The Dutch government recently suspended its administrative order against Nexperia and returned control of the chipmaker to its Chinese parent company, Wingtech Technology. While the move has softened diplomatic friction between the Netherlands and China, the …

Nov. 21, 2025, 8:01 a.m.
Chinese, Kyrgyz FMs hold first strategic dialogue

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and his Kyrgyz counterpart, Jeenbek Kulubaev, held their first strategic dialogue here on Wednesday.

Chinese, Kyrgyz FMs hold first strategic dialogue

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and his Kyrgyz counterpart, Jeenbek Kulubaev, held their first strategic dialogue here on Wednesday.

Nov. 21, 2025, 6:46 a.m.
How Trump's absence marks leadership opportunity for China at G20

Beijing is expected to strike a conciliatory tone at this year's G20 and expand its foothold in the African continent.

How Trump's absence marks leadership opportunity for China at G20

Beijing is expected to strike a conciliatory tone at this year's G20 and expand its foothold in the African continent.

Nov. 21, 2025, 6:27 a.m.
Human Gene Editing and the CRISPR Revolution

An overview of recent progress with the gene-editing CRISPR technology, its promises and risks.

Human Gene Editing and the CRISPR Revolution

An overview of recent progress with the gene-editing CRISPR technology, its promise and risks.

Nov. 21, 2025, 6 a.m.
Four charged in $3.9 million scheme to smuggle advanced Nvidia AI chips to China through fake Florida real estate company

Two U.S. citizens and two Chinese nationals were charged for smuggling advanced Nvidia AI chips to China. They used a fake Florida real estate company as a front to conceal their illegal export activities. The sophisticated scheme routed the restricted microc…

Four charged in $3.9 million scheme to smuggle advanced Nvidia AI chips to China through fake Florida real estate company

Two U.S. citizens and two Chinese nationals were charged for smuggling advanced Nvidia AI chips to China. They used a fake Florida real estate company as a front to conceal their illegal export activities. The sophisticated scheme routed the restricted microc…

Nov. 21, 2025, 5:41 a.m.
Senior Chinese Military Officer Holds Talks With Russian Defense Minister

During his visit to Russia, General Zhang Youxia, Vice Chairman of China's Central Military Commission (CMC), held talks with Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov on November 20, 2025. The two sides had an in-depth exchange of views on the relations betwe…

Senior Chinese Military Officer Holds Talks With Russian Defense Minister

During his visit to Russia, General Zhang Youxia, Vice Chairman of China's Central Military Commission (CMC), held talks with Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov on November 20, 2025. The two sides had an in-depth exchange of views on the relations betwe…

Nov. 21, 2025, 5 a.m.
ANALYSIS: Are Greek ports becoming the first front in US-China new cold war?

A Chinese shipping giant bought 67% of the Piraeus port authority in 2016, making it the majority operator

ANALYSIS: Are Greek ports becoming the first front in US-China new cold war?

A Chinese shipping giant bought 67% of the Piraeus port authority in 2016, making it the majority operator

Nov. 21, 2025, 3:52 a.m.
Jefferies' Chris Wood called Japan's crash and the U.S. housing bubble. He's now warning of an 'AI capex arms race'

“Its completely unclear to me who’s going to monetize and make money out of all this capex,” said Wood at the Fortune Innovation Forum.

Jefferies' Chris Wood called Japan's crash and the U.S. housing bubble. He's now warning of an 'AI capex arms race'

“Its completely unclear to me who’s going to monetize and make money out of all this capex,” said Wood at the Fortune Innovation Forum.

Nov. 21, 2025, 2:35 a.m.
U.S. Citizens and Chinese Nationals Arrested for Exporting Artificial Intelligence Technology to China (US Department of Justice)

US Department of Justice: U.S. Citizens and Chinese Nationals Arrested for Exporting Artificial Intelligence Technology to China — For Immediate Release — Two U.S. citizens and two nationals of the People's Republic of China (PRC)—all residing in the Unit…

U.S. Citizens and Chinese Nationals Arrested for Exporting Artificial Intelligence Technology to China (US Department of Justice)

US Department of Justice: U.S. Citizens and Chinese Nationals Arrested for Exporting Artificial Intelligence Technology to China  —  For Immediate Release  —  Two U.S. citizens and two nationals of the People's Republic of China (PRC)—all residing in the Unit…

Nov. 21, 2025, 2:34 a.m.
Graduate job roles under threat from AI, PwC boss says

The accountancy giant says artificial intelligence will eventually lead to fewer entry-level positions at the firm.

Graduate job roles under threat from AI, PwC boss says

The accountancy giant says artificial intelligence will eventually lead to fewer entry-level positions at the firm.

Nov. 21, 2025, 2:10 a.m.
Japan's PM said the quiet part out loud and unleashed Beijing's fury

China was already wary about Japan's new Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, a renowned Beijing hawk, before she weighed in on one of its most sensitive issues: Taiwan. Now it's unleashing economic pain.

Japan's PM said the quiet part out loud and unleashed Beijing's fury

China was already wary about Japan's new Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, a renowned Beijing hawk, before she weighed in on one of its most sensitive issues: Taiwan. Now it's unleashing economic pain.

Nov. 21, 2025, 2 a.m.
Japan Scrambles Jets After China Flies Drone Near Island Close to Taiwan

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks about a response about defending Taiwan sparks Chinese outrage and seafood boycotts. Meanwhile, Japan seems tired of Chinese antics in Asia. The post Japan Scrambles Jets After China Flies Drone Near Island Close to Tai…

Japan Scrambles Jets After China Flies Drone Near Island Close to Taiwan

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks about a response about defending Taiwan sparks Chinese outrage and seafood boycotts. Meanwhile, Japan seems tired of Chinese antics in Asia. The post Japan Scrambles Jets After China Flies Drone Near Island Close to Tai…