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Artificial intelligence
OpenClaw fever: why is China rushing to ‘raise a lobster’?
Chinese consumers are using OpenClaw for everything from stock picking and report writing to slide decks, emails and coding.
8 Mar 2026 - 10:33PM
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Artificial intelligence
Middle East crisis, global memory crunch dim AI smartphone buzz at MWC 2026
8 Mar 2026 - 12:00PM
Two Sessions 2026
China and Hong Kong should relax biotech listing rules, venture capitalist says
6 Mar 2026 - 11:29PM
China jobs
China should up education spending to help population adapt to AI era: economist
Prominent Chinese economist says it is imperative to ensure the next generation can withstand the changes being driven by AI.
4 Mar 2026 - 7:00AM
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A humanoid robot waves to children at a kindergarten in China’s eastern Shandong province. Photo: Getty Images
Taiwan
US investors now own 23% of Taiwan’s equity market amid AI boom
US investors currently hold about 23 per cent of the Taiwan Stock Exchange’s total market capitalisation.
4 Mar 2026 - 9:48AM
Artificial intelligence
Chinese AI drug researcher XtalPi expects to turn first annual profit
Shenzhen-based company projects net profit of at least US$14.5 million in 2025 on narrowing losses in core businesses, investment gains.
3 Mar 2026 - 8:41PM
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Smartphones
Will Apple’s low-cost iPhone 17e make a splash in China’s smartphone market?
Presales for the new entry-level iPhone start on Wednesday, with a wide release set for March 11.
3 Mar 2026 - 7:00PM
Apple’s new iPhone 17e model comes in black, white and soft pink colours. Photo: Handout
Artificial intelligence
AI-aided US strikes in Iran to intensify China tech self-reliance push: analysts
AI’s militarisation adds momentum to China’s drive for domestic chips and infrastructure, analysts say.
3 Mar 2026 - 10:42AM
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Hong Kong-listed AI firm MiniMax’s revenue jumps 159% on strong demand
Shanghai-based company predicts revenue will double this year, based on strong user growth for its M2.5 model.
2 Mar 2026 - 9:49PM
Tencent
Tencent expands European cloud-computing presence with data centres in Germany
A cluster of physically independent data centres will open in Frankfurt in the second quarter, adding to the existing two in Germany.
3 Mar 2026 - 9:40AM
Artificial intelligence
China’s Honor debuts robot phone and humanoid companion in push into AI hardware
Robot phone – featuring motorised arm that tracks motion and interacts with users through camera movement – unveiled ahead of MWC Barcelona.
2 Mar 2026 - 11:06AM
Honor gives a preview of its robot phone, which features a fold-out gimbal-attached camera, ahead of MWC Barcelona. Photo: Handout
Smartphones
China’s Xiaomi steps up global push with flagship smartphone 17 series launch
The launch ahead of MWC Barcelona showcases Xiaomi’s push into premium market with new phones, tablet, smartwatch and concept hypercar.
1 Mar 2026 - 7:00PM
Smartphones
Chinese smartphone makers bet on pivot to AI to weather memory chip crunch
Some Android phone makers are also expected to showcase experimental robots and other AI devices at the annual trade show.
1 Mar 2026 - 5:00PM
Hong Kong stock market
The big cornerstone comeback: what’s driving investors back to Hong Kong IPOs?
After four subdued years, the cornerstone investors that anchor Hong Kong’s IPO market are returning in force, reshaping the deal landscape.
28 Feb 2026 - 1:44PM
Autonomous vehicles
Breakthrough or hype? How WeRide aims to edge rivals in crowded robotaxi field
WeRide says its world model has slashed costs to support global expansion, but investors question if it can deliver a lasting advantage.
2 Mar 2026 - 9:45PM
A simulated environment created by WeRide’s world model Genesis. Photo: Handout
Semiconductors
Moore Threads’ flagship AI chip compatible with latest Alibaba models
The semiconductor developer’s MTT S5000 chip achieves full-stack compatibility with the new Qwen3.5 series.
27 Feb 2026 - 5:50PM
Robotics
Germany’s Merz meets China’s tech vanguard, including Alibaba and Unitree CEOs
Hangzhou visit reflects Germany’s attempt to work further with the engines of China’s digital and robotics economy.
27 Feb 2026 - 2:49PM
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Smartphones
Huawei targets global comeback with Mate 80 Pro smartphone, new smartwatch
The handset’s launch in Madrid marks Huawei’s renewed push into the global smartphone market.
27 Feb 2026 - 11:08AM
Huawei Technologies’ flagship Mate 80 series made its international debut in Madrid, Spain, on Thursday. Photo: Handout
China technology
China computing tech stalwarts Hygon, Sugon post revenue surge amid AI boom
Their strong 2025 revenue reflects a broader trend across China to increase support for domestic technology suppliers.
26 Feb 2026 - 5:05PM
Artificial intelligence
Nvidia reports record earnings quarter as China’s H200 sales freeze persists
Nvidia warns China market for powerful GPU remains uncertain, even as data centre revenue surges to new highs.
26 Feb 2026 - 10:21AM
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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
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
Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun says the biggest advantage of private enterprises is their proximity to the market and users. Photo: Handout
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
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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E-commerce
Rarely seen Shein founder praises Guangdong ‘roots’ as offshore listing stalls
Shein initially eyed a New York listing before switching to London after scrutiny by Washington over its supply chain and ties to China.
24 Feb 2026 - 7:00PM
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