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US Expands Military-Linked Company List To Include Alibaba, Baidu And BYD The United States has expanded its list of companies it believes are linked to China’s military, adding several of the country’s most prominent technology and industrial firms, including Alibaba, Baidu and BYD. The move underscores Washington’s growing focus on national security concerns as competition between the world’s two largest economies intensifies. The updated list, released by the Pentagon on Monday, replaces an earlier version published in early 2025. It arrives less than a month after President Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, where both sides sought…

Singapore has ordered social media platforms to block access to 14 posts believed to have originated from China, accusing them of targeting the Indian community and attempting to undermine the country’s multicultural model. Source : https://newsonair.gov.in/singapore-blocks-online-posts-targeting-indian-community/ The Singapore Police Force issued Disabling Directions under the Online Criminal Harms Act 2023, requiring YouTube, Facebook and X to prevent users in Singapore from accessing the content. Speaking to reporters, Edwin Tong said the government would not tolerate foreign efforts to damage Singapore’s racial harmony. Posts Targeted Indian Community According to Singapore’s Ministry of Home Affairs, the content first appeared in Chinese-language online spaces…

Humanoid robots dressed in traditional qipaos have appeared at examination centres across China to cheer on students taking the country’s highly competitive university entrance exam, the Gaokao. According to Chinese media reports, robots were deployed at multiple exam venues on June 8 to encourage candidates and help ease nerves during the nationwide examination period. At a school in Hangzhou, robots wearing red qipaos performed dances for students arriving at the test centre. The performances drew smiles from candidates and parents gathered outside. In Shenzhen, robot traffic police officers helped manage entry points and greeted students with messages of encouragement, including…

China Launches Long March-8 Rocket As Foreign Tourists Marvel At Spectacle China successfully launched a Long March-8 carrier rocket on Friday from the commercial spacecraft launch site in Hainan Province, sending a new group of satellites into orbit. The mission highlighted the country’s growing space capabilities and attracted significant attention from visitors who gathered to witness the launch. The rocket lifted off from the launch facility in southern China, marking another successful mission for the Long March series, which plays a central role in the country’s expanding space programme. Successful Satellite Deployment The Long March-8 carrier rocket carried a group…

China’s Rare Earth Talent Pipeline Strengthens Its Global Processing Dominance China has spent decades building a specialised ecosystem to support its rare earth industry, with the city of Baotou emerging as a central hub for research, education and industrial development. The northern Chinese city has developed an extensive network of laboratories, universities and technical institutions that help transform rare earth minerals into high-value magnets used in jet engines, electric vehicles and wind turbines. This integrated system has played a significant role in maintaining China’s dominant position in the global supply of refined rare earths. As other countries seek to reduce…

China’s Space Station Returns 41kg Of Scientific Samples For Ground Analysis China has successfully returned approximately 41 kilograms of scientific samples from its space station aboard the Shenzhou-22 return capsule, marking another milestone in the country’s expanding space research programme. According to the Technology and Engineering Center for Space Utilization under the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the shipment represents the 10th transfer of scientific materials from the orbiting laboratory. The samples originated from 23 experiments spanning space life sciences, materials science and combustion research. The collection includes nine biological sample categories, 12 material samples and two combustion-related samples. Scientists say…

China Launches New Internet Technology Test Satellite China successfully launched a new test satellite designed to advance internet technology into space from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre in the south-western province of Sichuan on Sunday. The launch took place at 02:07 Beijing Time. A Long March-2D carrier rocket carried the satellite into space, and the spacecraft successfully entered its preset orbit. The mission marked another step in China’s ongoing efforts to test and verify emerging space-based communications technologies. Satellite Enters Preset Orbit Successfully The satellite reached its designated orbit following launch from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre. According to mission…

Chinese Stocks Slip As Semiconductor Shares Retreat While Hong Kong Gains Chinese equities ended May on a weaker note as investors locked in profits from semiconductor stocks, while gains in technology shares helped lift the Hong Kong market. Market participants pointed to a rotation of capital from recently strong sectors towards areas that had previously lagged. At the close of trading, China’s blue-chip CSI 300 Index fell 0.5%, while the Shanghai Composite Index declined 0.7%. Despite the daily losses, the CSI 300 recorded a monthly gain of 1.8%. In contrast, the Shanghai Composite ended May down 1.1%. Meanwhile, Hong Kong’s…

Intelligent Robot Carnival Brings Smart Technology Showcase To Tianjin A lively and technology-driven Intelligent Robot Carnival opened on Wednesday evening at the Tianjin Cultural Center in north China’s Tianjin, drawing visitors with a wide range of robotic and intelligent technology displays. The event formed part of a broader effort to bring cutting-edge innovations closer to the public through interactive experiences and live demonstrations. The carnival stage featured several eye-catching performances throughout the evening. Visitors watched robot dance shows that highlighted advances in motion control and coordination. In addition, robot martial arts demonstrations showcased the growing capabilities of intelligent machines. A…

AI Reshapes Creative Industries At Shenzhen Cultural Fair Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming China’s cultural and creative industries, with technology leaders, academics and businesses highlighting both the opportunities and ethical concerns surrounding its growing influence during major events in Shenzhen. AI tools and large-language models became central themes at the 22nd China International Cultural Industries Fair (ICIF), which runs through Monday, alongside discussions at the Forum on Building up China’s Cultural Strength. Held in Shenzhen, the events showcased how AI is moving beyond experimentation and becoming deeply embedded in creative workflows, entertainment and professional services. AI Adoption Expands Across Creative…