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Accidents and disasters in China
China sets out ethical guidelines for autonomous driving technology
Science ministry says algorithms, models and other tech-related content must be clearly documented and accessible for inspection.
24 Jul 2025 - 6:42PM
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Artificial intelligence
Letters
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You are adding to carbon emissions with each question you ask AI
23 Jul 2025 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong transport
Can taxis and ride-hailing services co-exist in Hong Kong under new rules?
22 Jul 2025 - 9:30AM
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South Korea
Deepfake deluge: Seoul palace flood video spotlights AI risk in South Korea
Despite absurd details like a seal, the convincing video exploited monsoon rains to deceive, highlighting the ease of online manipulation.
21 Jul 2025 - 3:59PM
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US-China relations
Open Questions
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Sean Stein on why US businesses are walking a tightrope to stay in China
The US-China Business Council president says even in a fraught trade environment, companies cannot ignore the value of the Chinese market.
21 Jul 2025 - 10:05AM
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E-commerce
China’s market regulator summons Alibaba, Meituan, JD amid delivery war
The meeting follows months of fierce competition, during which the companies offered a blizzard of food delivery discounts to win over users.
19 Jul 2025 - 1:30PM
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China debt
China slams grass-roots mismanagement, shames failed ‘longevity city’ in warning
Disciplinary authorities are on the hunt for wastefulness, putting ‘blind decisions’ in their crosshairs as local-level cadres struggle to stimulate economies.
19 Jul 2025 - 11:00AM
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Artificial intelligence
Opinion
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In a world swept up in AI hype, Hong Kong can be the voice of reason
Rather than competing in the global AI arms race, Hong Kong can serve as a model for selective, responsible adoption.
17 Jul 2025 - 9:30AM
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Hong Kong transport
How will ride-hailing rules work in Hong Kong? Here’s what we know so far
Authorities have unveiled long-awaited proposals to regulate ride-hailing platforms, so how might users be affected?
17 Jul 2025 - 2:50PM
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Hong Kong transport
Flexible ride-hailing rules are needed, Uber tells Hong Kong authorities
Uber says government should not limit the number of ride-hailing platforms or vehicles under proposed regulations for platforms.
16 Jul 2025 - 6:51PM
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Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong authorities to reserve the power to regulate ride-hailing fares
The government plans to retain control over ride-hailing charges despite proposed law allowing operators to set prices freely.
16 Jul 2025 - 9:28PM
China’s Communist Party
China’s local governments urged to use legislation ‘propeller’ to power economy
People’s Daily calls for urban governments to develop and rule in ways suited to own characteristics and contribute to China’s modernisation.
16 Jul 2025 - 9:00AM
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Urban planning
China’s dated urban-development model must change, Beijing says at rare meeting
Amid property and urbanisation woes, China needs to ‘proactively adapt to changing circumstances’ and transform its approach to city planning, leadership says at Central Urban Work Conference.
15 Jul 2025 - 8:00PM
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Banking & finance
Stablecoin scams put China’s financial regulators in a high-stakes balancing act
After millions were defrauded by a stablecoin-linked investment ploy, local-level governments started sending out warnings.
14 Jul 2025 - 10:56PM
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Semiconductors
Tech war: China approves Synopsys’ acquisition of Ansys after US lifts EDA ban
The State Administration for Market Regulation gives the green light to the US$35 billion deal under certain conditions.
14 Jul 2025 - 6:30PM
China manufacturing
Explainer
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No-fly zone: what brought about China’s largest power bank scandal
The State Administration for Market Regulation expects to conclude its review of power bank products and batteries by the end of July.
14 Jul 2025 - 10:18AM
Autonomous vehicles
Opinion
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Embracing autonomous vehicles can revolutionise Hong Kong transport
Infrastructure upgrades, clear regulations, public engagement and cross-border collaboration can help establish the city as a leader in next-generation mobility.
12 Jul 2025 - 5:30AM
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China economy
Editorial
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A Chinese economy focused on home market can be just as powerful
Beijing’s focus on elevating consumption and protecting the private sector offers hope for Chinese consumers to show their true power.
11 Jul 2025 - 7:15AM
European Union
EU watchdog opens TikTok probe over fresh China data transfer claims
It follows a US$620 million fine levied against TikTok by Europe’s Data Protection Commission in May over other data transfer issues.
10 Jul 2025 - 11:36PM
China's economic recovery
Can China’s fastest-growing firms save themselves from themselves?
A race for market share in China’s new-found growth sectors has led to vicious price spirals, eliciting warnings from high-level officials.
10 Jul 2025 - 6:00AM
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Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong government accelerates plan for ride-hailing legislation
Transport minister Mable Chan says regulatory proposal will be submitted before end of this month, five months ahead of original deadline.
6 Jul 2025 - 5:12PM
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Digital currencies
Singapore’s crypto exchange crackdown seen benefiting Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s Web3 industry sees benefits from the end of regulatory arbitrage by exchanges in Singapore serving overseas customers.
4 Jul 2025 - 1:00PM
Apple
Apple’s China iPhone sales face headwinds in second half: Counterpoint
Sales of Apple’s flagship device ‘will stumble amid weak consumer spending and an ageing iPhone 16 cycle’, Counterpoint analyst says.
3 Jul 2025 - 8:16PM
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AI
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Artificial intelligence oversight divides China, US policymakers
China is set to follow Europe in passing an artificial intelligence law, while the Trump administration opposes federal legislation in the US.
7 Jul 2025 - 9:05AM
Digital currencies
Mainland Chinese digital yuan partner to develop stablecoin tech in Hong Kong
Shenzhen-listed North King says Hong Kong will be a springboard into international fintech markets, with plans for stablecoin wallets.
3 Jul 2025 - 10:40AM
Hong Kong politics
Opinion
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Hong Kong handling of taxi/Uber mess has been a decade of disappointment
The promised regulation could finally make Uber and similar operations part of the authorised transport network – or it could be another policy fudge.
29 Jun 2025 - 5:35PM
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Germany
DeepSeek faces ban from Apple, Google app stores in Germany
Apple, Google must now decide whether to block the app in Germany, though an exact time frame has not been specified.
27 Jun 2025 - 8:56PM
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Digital currencies
Hong Kong sharpens crypto hub focus amid rising global competition
Hong Kong is seeking an early lead in stablecoins and tokenisation as Trump pushes the US to become the ‘crypto capital of the planet’.
27 Jun 2025 - 8:00AM
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