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Huawei
China’s Huawei joins US giants OpenAI, Google in AI standards alliance
In a rare instance of collaboration, the Chinese tech titan will partner with US and European firms to improve standards in the field.
36 minutes ago
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Artificial intelligence
Nvidia reports record earnings quarter as China’s H200 sales freeze persists
55 minutes ago
China-Germany relations
Merz’s China tightrope: German leader has warm words, hard questions for Beijing
2 hours ago
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South Korea
China extends tech lead over South Korea and surpasses Japan in global ranking
Propelled by strategic R&D, China’s tech prowess is now the third highest, with key sectors such as batteries and biotech showing big gains over rivals.
2 hours ago
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Semiconductors
Why SJ Semiconductor matters in China’s race to build home-grown AI chips
SJ Semiconductor’s listing highlights the growing role of chip packaging in China’s strategy to narrow the technology gap.
3 hours ago
Banking & finance
South Korean investors pour millions into Chinese AI and tech stocks
Despite a sizzling home market, the country’s investors are stepping up buying on the Hong Kong and mainland exchanges this year.
3 hours ago
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ByteDance
ByteDance valuation said to hit record US$550 billion in proposed equity sale
Pending sale by US private equity firm General Atlantic shows ByteDance’s valuation has surged from US$400 billion as recently as mid-2025.
25 Feb 2026 - 8:00PM
Artificial intelligence
China’s MiniMax, Moonshot top AI token use ranking, ending year of US dominance
AI hosting platform OpenRouter’s latest ranking shows high demand for Chinese open-source models following a series of new releases.
25 Feb 2026 - 7:30PM
China economy
Opinion
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How ‘little giants’ help China defend its manufacturing dominance
Support for ‘little giants’ and other specialised SMEs remains a vital part of the long-term strategy to bolster China’s global manufacturing.
25 Feb 2026 - 4:30PM
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Artificial intelligence
Xiaomi deepens push into chips and AI as peers race to develop humanoid robotics
Xiaomi bets big on core technologies, including operating systems, to position itself as a deep-tech player amid China’s self-reliance push.
25 Feb 2026 - 4:15PM
Shenzhen
Shenzhen dethrones Shanghai, Beijing as China’s top industrial powerhouse: mayor
Leading in R&D density, AI innovation and start-up cultivation, Shenzhen is building a full-stack AI ecosystem, according to the mayor’s annual work report.
25 Feb 2026 - 1:00PM
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US-China trade war
US warns of deep distrust even as officials seek stable China ties for summit
Congressional hearings reflect bipartisan concern and highlight persistent advanced tech market tension as key Trump-Xi summit looms.
25 Feb 2026 - 8:28AM
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Robotics
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As China takes to robots, human touch needed more than ever
Amid the excitement over the humanoid performers at the Spring Festival Gala, it must be remembered that robotic advances should complement human welfare.
25 Feb 2026 - 6:45AM
US-China relations
Chinese drone maker DJI sues to challenge US import ban on new models
Washington has been cracking down on Chinese-made drones in recent years, and the ban represents a significant escalation.
25 Feb 2026 - 1:07AM
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Artificial intelligence
Chinese investors shrug off AI fears after Citrini report sparks US sell-off
Analysts dismiss Citrini’s AI doomsday scenario, citing US market irrationality and China’s low digital penetration.
24 Feb 2026 - 10:45PM
China energy security
How China’s 5-year energy plan could change the way it powers its economy
Beijing will prioritise energy security through large-scale projects and greater regional self-reliance, as risks mount at home and overseas.
24 Feb 2026 - 10:00PM
Artificial intelligence
Anthropic’s allegations against Chinese firms expose AI training grey area
The US AI lab says DeepSeek, Moonshot AI and MiniMax AI used its systems to improve their models’ capabilities.
24 Feb 2026 - 9:05PM
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Electric & new energy vehicles
China’s Geely bets on longer-range, faster-charging tech over fresh EV price war
‘We promise to compete based on technology, quality, brand, service and corporate ethics,’ Geely Auto CEO says.
24 Feb 2026 - 7:47PM
Artificial intelligence
AI apps soar in China as Lunar New Year giveaway battle boosts user growth
Tech firms score win as AI assistants become part of holiday consumption – from buying food and booking travel to planning entertainment.
24 Feb 2026 - 5:30PM
China-Japan relations
China adds Japanese entities to export control list, turning up heat on Tokyo
Beijing has also added 20 Japanese firms and institutions to a watch list for the export of goods with potential military applications.
24 Feb 2026 - 5:55PM
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Ant Group
Ant’s AQ health app tops 100 million users amid holiday surge
Growth comes as China’s ageing population fuels demand for AI-assisted health monitoring tools.
24 Feb 2026 - 11:19AM
China consumption
Boom or bust? China’s Lunar New Year spending data is in – here is what we know
Initial figures show record travel, shifting spending patterns and a weak box office.
23 Feb 2026 - 7:00PM
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Artificial intelligence
Zhipu AI’s shares tumble nearly 23% on computing woes, user complaints
The Hong Kong-listed firm is the first Chinese AI developer to issue a public call urging support for its GLM model.
23 Feb 2026 - 6:53PM
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Artificial intelligence
Demand for AI eyewear surges during China’s Spring Festival
AI glasses form part of the government’s national subsidy programme, which includes smartphones, tablets and smartwatches.
23 Feb 2026 - 5:30PM
China’s private sector
Wave of Chinese biotech deals builds with US$1.2 billion Harbour BioMed pact
Deal involving an antibody asset ‘goes beyond a traditional licensing transaction’, founder and CEO says.
23 Feb 2026 - 3:15PM
Robotics
From Doraemon to dexterous hands: LinkerBot equips robots with human skills
The start-up is revolutionising humanoid robotics with ultra-dexterous hands, ushering in a new era of humanlike robotic capability.
23 Feb 2026 - 12:10PM
Electric & new energy vehicles
China’s EV insurers move towards profitability on higher premiums, AI adoption
Chinese insurers are turning to AI as the technology cuts labour costs and enhances pricing accuracy.
23 Feb 2026 - 10:30AM
Hong Kong stock market
Why is the Hang Seng Tech Index underperforming while AI shares soar?
The gauge has fallen 5.5 per cent this year, while newly listed AI firms Zhipu AI, MiniMax and Beijing Haizhi are up at least fivefold.
23 Feb 2026 - 10:46AM
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