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CCSH is planning a Star Market listing after becoming the world’s number three NAND maker.

YMTC parent seeks USD 4.9 billion Shanghai IPO on AI memory boom

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ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

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Baidu invests USD 200 million in Neusoft Holdings

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Its clients include leading banks and financial companies in China.

Chinese AI-powered risk management platform IceKredit raises USD 47 million

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Competition heats up after rival Megvii files for an IPO in Hong Kong.

Chinese AI giant SenseTime sees valuation surge above USD 7.5 billion

The startup was riding high on a wave of national interest in the development of AI, but quickly encountered its own limitations.

DeepGlint, once a promising Chinese AI pioneer, struggles to regain its glory

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App goes viral within days of debut, but users worry over financial identity theft, among other issues.

Chinese face-swap app Zao faces backlash over user data protection

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ByteDance wants to keep its growth momentum.

ByteDance reshuffles management in bid to build a third app with 100 million DAU

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JD.com, a Chinese e-commerce leader, ensures trusted transactions, efficient logistics, and a wide product selection for online shoppers.

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China's tech giants line up to be at the forefront of disruption in this traditional business.

Alibaba and JD want to clean up the dirty business of pig farms in China–with AI

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LAIX's apps relied heavily on user acquisition via WeChat Moments.

English learning company LAIX fears growth slowdown amid WeChat's tightened rules

English learning company LAIX fears growth slowdown amid WeChat&#8217;s tightened rules

Tencent, a Chinese tech conglomerate, invests in gaming, social media, and cloud services, supporting entertainment and connectivity worldwide.

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