Wednesday 29 April 2026 - 10:30
Demand for advanced artificial intelligence chips in China has surged following the release of a new AI model, prompting major technology firms to secure supply from Huawei. According to industry sources, leading Chinese companies including ByteDance, Tencent, and Alibaba are actively seeking to place new orders for Huawei’s Ascend......
The United States Treasury has imposed sanctions on Hengli Petrochemical, one of China’s largest independent oil refiners, accusing the company of purchasing billions of dollars worth of Iranian crude oil. The sanctions also target dozens of shipping companies and vessels allegedly involved in transporting oil linked to Iran through......
China’s Politburo has pledged to strengthen national energy security as the economic fallout from the war involving Iran spreads across global markets. The commitment comes as countries from the Gulf region to Europe face rising inflation, slowing growth, and severe disruptions in energy supply chains linked to the continued closure......
JPMorgan stated in a new research report that the humanoid robotics industry has entered a decisive phase, shifting from experimental validation to large scale deployment. The bank argues that the sector is moving rapidly toward industrial adoption, with investment increasingly concentrating around established platforms and specialized component......
The Supreme Court of the United States is set to hear a high-profile case involving allegations that technology company Cisco played a role in human rights abuses in China. The case, which has been ongoing for years, could have major implications for corporate accountability in international human rights law. The lawsuit was filed by members......
The decision by Chinese authorities to block a major acquisition involving Meta and AI startup Manus has raised concerns among global investors about the growing risks in cross-border technology deals linked to China. The move by the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) to stop the multi-billion-dollar transaction highlights......
Time has named three Chinese companies among the world’s ten most influential artificial intelligence firms in its first TIME100 Companies: Industry Leaders ranking focused on AI. The list places ByteDance, Alibaba, and Zhipu AI alongside seven Western counterparts, signaling a shift in how China’s AI sector is viewed globally. ByteDance......
China’s top leadership has pledged to strengthen energy security and respond systematically to external shocks as global markets face disruption from the war involving Iran. The commitment came during a Politburo meeting focused on the economy, chaired by President Xi Jinping, marking the first high level policy response since tensions......
Chinese solar manufacturers Longi and Trina Solar have reported consecutive breakthroughs in silicon solar cell efficiency, both exceeding the 28 percent threshold in independently verified results. The rapid sequence of announcements highlights intensifying competition in the photovoltaic sector as companies push toward the practical limits......
Chinese appliance maker Dreame Technology has introduced a concept electric vehicle equipped with rocket boosters, claiming performance levels that could surpass any production car to date. The Nebula NEXT 01 JET Edition was revealed in San Francisco, where the company said the vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 0.9 seconds if its......
India and China have resumed high-level dialogue on regional security, as their defence ministers met on the sidelines of a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) gathering. The meeting reflects ongoing efforts by both countries to manage their complex relationship, which has been shaped by both cooperation and tensions in recent years.......
Chery is considering manufacturing a compact electric vehicle in Europe as part of its strategy to strengthen its presence in the region. The move reflects growing efforts by Chinese carmakers to localize production and adapt to regulatory and consumer expectations across European markets. The company already operates in more than 100 countries......
The 2026 Beijing Auto Show, held from April 24 to May 3, marks a turning point in the global automotive landscape. With 1,451 vehicles on display, including 181 world premieres, the event has expanded far beyond a traditional exhibition. Covering 380,000 square meters across two major venues, it reflects the scale and influence of China’s......
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GITEX Africa: The New Frontiers Of African Innovation
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