Author: Resham

SiCarrier Subsidiary Launches New Chip Design Software to Boost China’s Tech Independence A subsidiary of Chinese chip equipment maker SiCarrier, known for its close links with Huawei, has introduced two domestically developed software products for semiconductor design. The move marks another step in China’s ongoing effort to reduce its reliance on foreign technologies. Two New EDA Tools Developed Locally Yunqifang, a subsidiary of Shenzhen-based SiCarrier, unveiled two electronic design automation (EDA) software products, both featuring fully independent intellectual property rights, according to Chinese state-backed outlet the Paper. EDA tools are essential for creating detailed blueprints of advanced semiconductors, forming a…

Chinese Cyberattacks on Taiwan Surge 17% in 2025 Chinese cyberattacks on Taiwan’s government departments have risen sharply this year, increasing by 17% compared to 2024. Data from Taiwan’s National Security Bureau (NSB) shows the island now faces an average of 2.8 million cyberattacks daily. The bureau has also warned that Beijing’s “online troll army” is actively working to spread misinformation and create internal divisions among Taiwanese citizens. Rising Online Threats Amid Political Tensions According to a report submitted to parliament and reviewed by Reuters, Taiwan’s Government Service Network has endured a surge in attacks this year, up from 2.4 million…

China-Backed Troll Campaign Targeted Philippine Opinion and US Alliance, Documents Reveal China funded a coordinated online campaign in the Philippines aimed at weakening public support for Manila’s alliance with the US and promoting pro-Beijing narratives, according to internal documents reviewed by Reuters. Fake Profiles and Paid Influence In November 2021, as Chinese ships clashed with Philippine vessels in the South China Sea, the Chinese embassy in Manila ran social media posts inviting Filipinos to share what they liked about China. Among the many replies were comments from fake Facebook profiles, including one under the name “Vince Dimaano.” These accounts were…

New Study Explains Why the Moon Has “Two Faces” — Chang’e-6 Samples Reveal Thermal Asymmetry The moon’s long-observed “two-faced” nature runs far deeper than its contrasting appearance. New analysis of rock and soil collected by China’s Chang’e-6 lunar mission in 2024 has revealed significant chemical and thermal differences between the moon’s nearside and farside, offering fresh insight into its mysterious geological history. Cooler Origins Beneath the Moon’s Farside Scientists examining the Chang’e-6 samples—retrieved from the South Pole-Aitken Basin, the only material ever collected from the moon’s farside—found that the rocks crystallised from lava roughly 2.8 billion years ago at temperatures…

Bollywood Stars Challenge YouTube Over AI-Generated Content Bollywood icons Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan have taken legal action to protect their voices, images and reputations from misuse in artificial intelligence-generated videos. Their case targets Google-owned YouTube, India’s most popular video platform. Bachchans Seek Protection from AI Misuse The celebrity couple filed lawsuits demanding the removal of AI videos that infringe on their personality and intellectual property rights. Beyond takedowns, they want YouTube to prevent such content from being used to train other AI platforms. Legal papers seen by Reuters show the actors’ concern that misleading deepfakes could spread widely…

Chang’e-6 Mission Wins Top Honour at International Astronautical Congress The 76th International Astronautical Congress (IAC), the world’s leading aerospace gathering, opened on Monday in Sydney, Australia. At the event, China’s Chang’e-6 mission received the prestigious 2025 International Astronautical Federation (IAF) World Space Award in the Team Category, marking a major recognition of its achievements. A Prestigious Global Recognition The IAF World Space Award is the highest honour awarded by the International Astronautical Federation. Often called the “Oscar in Space,” it celebrates individuals and teams that make exceptional contributions to global space science, engineering, technology, and management. At the opening ceremony,…

North Korea Nears Completion of Long-Range Nuclear Missile, Says South Korean President South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung has warned that North Korea is close to completing the development of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) capable of striking the United States with a nuclear weapon. However, he noted that Pyongyang has yet to perfect the critical re-entry technology required for such a weapon to function effectively. Lee Addresses Security Risks at New York Event During his visit to New York for the United Nations General Assembly, President Lee spoke at an investor relations session held at the New York Stock…

Huawei Unveils Safer AI Model DeepSeek-R1-Safe Chinese technology company Huawei has introduced a safety-focused version of the DeepSeek artificial intelligence model, claiming it is almost entirely effective in blocking politically sensitive discussions. Focus on Security and Compliance Chinese regulators require all domestic AI models to align with the country’s socialist values before public release. These rules ensure strict compliance with national speech regulations. Huawei announced on its WeChat account that it trained the model using 1,000 of its Ascend AI chips. The model, named DeepSeek-R1-Safe, is based on the open-source DeepSeek-R1 but adjusted for stronger safeguards. Huawei partnered with Zhejiang…

Barrier Lake Flood Kills 14 in Taiwan as Super Typhoon Ragasa Triggers Widespread Chaos At least 14 people have died and 129 remain missing after a barrier lake burst in eastern Taiwan, unleashing floodwaters that swept through a popular tourist area. The incident occurred in Hualien County’s Guangfu township on Tuesday afternoon, following heavy rainfall from Super Typhoon Ragasa. The typhoon, which has been lashing Taiwan since Monday, is now impacting southern China and Hong Kong. The overflowing lake, formed by landslides in the mountainous region, sent a powerful surge of water through the town, washing away a major bridge…

China Deploys Solar Panels in Long Battle Against Desert Expansion In northern China’s arid landscapes, solar panels are doing more than generating electricity—they’re helping to stop the spread of deserts. At a vast solar farm near Yinchuan in Ningxia, thousands of solar panels cast shade over goji berry bushes, shielding the dry land below from the harsh sun. The 1-gigawatt facility is part of a broader effort using solar power to fight desertification across China’s northern and western regions. The project is led by Ningxia Baofeng Energy Group, a major player in the coal chemical sector. According to Liu Yuanguan,…