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China tightens robotaxi licensing after Wuhan Apollo Go failure
China has tightened robotaxi licensing after a Wuhan system failure stranded passengers and disrupted traffic.
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Ant International says it serves 150 million merchants, unveils AI payment tools
Ant International said it connects more than 150 million merchants and over 2 billion consumer accounts worldwide.
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Huawei HarmonyOS reaches more than 55 million phones in China
Huawei’s HarmonyOS was installed on more than 55 million smartphones in China by the end of March, as Beijing pushed domestic software.
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DeepSeek adds image recognition mode to chatbot
DeepSeek added an image recognition mode to its chatbot and opened it to select beta users.
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Wingtech faces delisting risk after audit disclaimer over Nexperia records
Wingtech faces delisting risk after its auditor said it could not verify Nexperia overseas financial records.
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FCC advances ban on Chinese labs testing US-bound electronics
The FCC voted to bar Chinese labs from testing US-bound electronics and moved to block 3 Chinese carriers from US data centres.
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Online financial scams surge in Hong Kong as AI aids impersonation
Hong Kong saw deception crimes make up more than 48% of all crime last year as AI-enabled scams spread through investment circles.
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Circle says Hong Kong is a key hub for USDC cross-border payments
Circle said stablecoin payments into Hong Kong are rising on its network, mainly through USDC, as it seeks approval in the city.
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China micro drama industry speeds up production with AI, Vigloo says
China’s micro drama industry is using AI and state funding to cut production time, with South Korea’s Vigloo saying it has slashed costs and schedules.
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Beijing enforces ban on drone sales and mandates device registration starting May 1
Beijing stopped drone sales and shipments on May 1 and requires identity registration for all drones in the city.
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Steve Sun says Hong Kong's tech hub progress is significant
Dalton Venture's Steve Sun said Hong Kong has made significant progress in its bid to become a technology hub.
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China's electronics suppliers shift from phones to humanoid robots
China's smartphone supply chain is moving into humanoid robots as handset shipments slow and suppliers seek new growth.
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DeepSeek founder Liang Wenfeng remains out of public view as Chen Deli emerges as spokesperson
DeepSeek founder Liang Wenfeng has stayed out of sight since February 2025 while researcher Chen Deli gains public profile amid company growth.
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Meta-Manus deal advances despite Beijing review, experts say unwind would be hard
Meta integrated Manus staff in Singapore even after Beijing opened a review days after the deal was announced.
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China EV makers show faster-charging batteries at Beijing Auto Show
Battery makers and EV manufacturers showed off faster-charging technologies at the Beijing Auto Show as a race led by BYD and CATL intensified.
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ByteDance’s drug unit showcases AI-designed therapies at global science events
ByteDance AI Drug Discovery presented AI-designed drug candidates at immunology and AI conferences worldwide in April and May 2026.
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DeepSeek’s V4 launch could drive surge in China AI chip demand through 2029
DeepSeek’s V4 launch may boost demand for China-made AI chips, benefiting local chipmakers and AI firms amid growing computing needs.
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China orders security review of Meta Manus AI deal
China imposed a security review on Meta's Manus AI deal as state media said the country still welcomes foreign investment in AI.
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IPCC advances climate work despite US absence and growing Chinese tech exports
The IPCC continues climate efforts focusing on adaptation and carbon removal as the US stays away and Chinese firms export renewable technologies internationally.
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Over 2,300 Mathematicians Petition to Move 2026 Congress from US Over Visa and Safety Issues
More than 2,300 mathematicians from nearly 80 countries petition to relocate the 2026 International Congress of Mathematicians from Philadelphia due to visa barriers and safety concerns.
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World Data Organization launches in Beijing with 200 members
The World Data Organization launched in Beijing with 200 members from 40 countries.
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China reshapes AI development with new data governance and World Data Organisation
China has developed a unique data governance strategy and launched the World Data Organisation to drive AI and digital economy growth.
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China blocks Meta's US$2 billion bid for AI startup Manus
Beijing blocked Meta’s US$2 billion bid for the Chinese-founded AI startup Manus before a planned Xi-Trump summit in Beijing. [s1]
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China to Ban Drone Sales in Beijing Under New Public Safety Rules
China will ban drone sales in Beijing and require permits for flying under new safety regulations starting Friday.