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6G
The successor to the 5G wireless standard, 6G is currently under development and is expected to be substantially faster and able to support virtual and augmented reality, pervasive artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things, among other forms of high technology.
Huawei Technologies is pushing to develop its own self-sufficient chip ecosystem in reaction to tough US export controls. Photo: AFP
Huawei

Huawei’s Tau Scaling Law roll-out reaches base stations in blow to US chip curbs

Huawei is already integrating elements of Tau Scaling Law, designed to overcome US chip curbs, into next-gen wireless network.

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Artificial intelligence

China targets fourfold boost in AI computing capacity by 2030 in major tech push

China manufacturing

Fuelling future growth: China targets hi-tech pillars by 2030 to beat headwinds

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China manufacturing

Why US might struggle to rein in Beijing’s growing 6G influence

24-country alliance aims to coordinate next-generation telecoms strategies, but analysts say China’s tech prowess provides clearer road map.

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The United States is building a 6G alliance with more than 20 countries across Europe and Asia. Photo: NurPhoto via Getty Images
US-China relations

Opinion | How US tech hegemony is locking out the Global South

The world deserves better than a monopoly that builds walls and hobbles development.

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Science

Chinese 6G smart surface could allow stealth jets to use radar as a power source

The technology could help power future communications systems and shift the dynamics of electronic warfare, team says.

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China Future Tech briefing

AI | China races towards 6G networks’ near-limitless, instant data

Next-generation cellular networking promises speeds 100 times faster than 5G, enabling holograms in meetings and real-time digital twins.

China races towards 6G networks’ near-limitless, instant data
China technology

Opinion | Techno-nationalism is now the critical battlefront in geopolitics

The assumption that technology is a neutral force driving shared progress is giving way to a reality of competition and contest.

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong’s research strength is vital to China’s third wave of reform

Shenzhen’s focus should be on infrastructure like national labs and Hong Kong’s on nurturing foundational research for scientific breakthroughs.

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Cybersecurity

New PLA force university to offer training in AI, unmanned operations

The institution is one of three formed last month to train talent for Chinese military’s new service branches.

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The PLA Information Support Force Engineering University in Wuhan will offer 10 undergraduate majors in information and intelligent technology. Photo: CCTV
US-China relations

US must cut China tech reliance, says Trump’s pick for No 2 at Commerce

Nominee asked how he would keep America first as Washington lawmakers fret over Beijing’s lead in EVs, telecoms and advanced manufacturing.

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A screenshot of Paul Dabbar, US President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as deputy secretary of commerce, testifying at his confirmation hearing in Washington on Thursday.
Robotics

Video | What is 6G and why is China ahead?

Sixth-generation wireless communication is predicted to dramatically change the way we interact with the world, but not all countries are embracing it as rapidly as China

Science

China beats Starlink to hi-res space-ground laser transmission at 6G standard

Commercial satellite company sets 100Gbps speed record – 10 times faster than its previous feat less than a year earlier.

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SCMP Highlights

Recap | China’s genetically modified sweet tomatoes, AI robot lifeguards: 5 top science stories

From genetically enhanced tomatoes to advanced satellite imaging and 6G radiation fears for fertility, here are five of our recent China science stories.

Most consumers prefer sweeter fresh tomatoes, and genetic science may be able to satisfy that hunger. Photo: EPA
Science

China’s new 6G standards mark significant advance in setting future framework

Proposed standards intended to aid different 6G requirements, such as the need to send secure content and keep data up to date.

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New 6G standards established by China aim to enhance communications that are immersive, ultra-reliable low-latency and AI integrated. Photo: Shutterstock Images
China's economic recovery

Humanoid robots, 6G on the horizon as China seeks to hop tech hurdles

China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology on Friday laid out a plan to make breakthroughs in emerging industries while preserving traditional manufacturing as a foundation.

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5G

Will 6G deliver where ‘overhyped’ 5G didn’t? An expert sees a holographic future

British professor Jiangzhou Wang tells a conference in Beijing that he is disappointed with 5G’s failure.

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US-China relations

‘Legacy chips’ emerge as new front in US-China semiconductor battle

In race for cutting-edge technology, the realisation is rising that older-generation chips are still vital to military use as well as cars and consumer electronics.

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Semiconductors

Beijing urges breakthroughs in chips and quantum computing to command future

Beijing is pushing a ‘whole-of-the-nation’ approach to focus resources on tech breakthroughs in key areas amid rising pressure from the US.

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China manufacturing

A new frontier: China targets ‘industries of the future’ to drive 2024 growth

China aims to boost a range of tech-heavy sectors, from new materials to biomedicines, in 2024 to move ahead with its advanced manufacturing development and ensure high-quality growth.

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Science

China launches satellite internet that could challenge SpaceX’s Starlink

The Chinese network is expected to serve industries ranging from aviation and navigation to emergency services and energy and requires far fewer satellites compared to Elon Musk’s low-orbit constellation.

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SpaceX’s Starlink network consists of more than 5,000 mass-produced low-orbit satellites. Photo: SpaceX
Science

Chinese scientists move step closer to satellite internet, 6G network

The ‘spaceborne optical switching technology’ was tested in August when it was sent into orbit by China’s Y7 carrier rocket.

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Chinese scientists have tested a new spaceborne optical switching technology device in space. Photo: Shutterstock
Science

Chinese scientists look to 6G to hunt submarines

Defence researchers say sensors identify extremely small surface vibrations produced by a low-frequency sound source in the open sea.

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Shanghai

Shanghai expands virtual asset trading to create US$69 billion market by 2025

Some 5,000 data products are expected to be listed on the Shanghai Data Exchange by 2025, with a focus on major industries that include finance, logistics, technology and manufacturing.

5G

Huawei’s Meng Wanzhou sees continued global expansion of 5G mobile services

The rotating chairwoman at Huawei told the audience at the MWC Shanghai trade show that 5G connections worldwide are expected to reach 5 billion by 2030, up from 1.5 billion connections this year.

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Huawei Technologies Co rotating chairwoman Meng Wanzhou delivers her keynote presentation at the MWC Shanghai trade show on June 28, 2023. Photo: Reuters
China Unicom

China to launch early 6G applications by 2025 ahead of 2030 commercial roll-out

China Unicom, the country’s third-largest wireless network operator, expects to complete technical research and launch early ‘application scenarios’ for 6G mobile technology by 2025.

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The mainland’s three major telecommunications network operators – China Mobile, China Telecom and China Unicom – are expected to start commercial 6G mobile services from 2030. Photo: Shutterstock
Didi Chuxing

China’s tech regulator meets Big Tech bosses, including Didi CEO

Didi founder and CEO Cheng Wei made his first appearance at the symposium since China launched a cybersecurity probe into the firm in 2021, as Beijing eases its restrictions on the tech sector.

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US-China tech war

US-China tech war: Shanghai wants to be an industrial hub of the future

The Chinese semiconductor capital aims to groom innovative enterprises and talent in health, smart tech, energy and other hi-tech industries.

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