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What lies beyond familiar frontiers? Investigate emerging tech—like quantum computing and AI—transforming traditional sectors.

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How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

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Robotics companies are accelerating launch cycles and crossing into each other’s categories, tapping innovation to keep growth alive in a crowded market.

From lawnmowers to pool cleaners, garden robots crowd the stage at IFA 2025

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China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

Explore East Asia’s thriving tech hubs, global electronics producers, and fast-evolving digital platforms shaping cross-border innovation.

East Asia

How do we store tomorrow’s power? Evaluate battery R&amp;D, manufacturing progress, and recycling strategies fueling energy independence.

Batteries

How is power evolving? Review renewable sources, grid innovations, and efficiency measures driving cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

Energy

The two firms are shifting focus from portable power to home storage, betting that easier installation will win over consumers.

Anker and EcoFlow turn to home energy storage as portable power demand slows

How are driverless systems redefining mobility? Uncover sensor technologies, regulatory frameworks, and AI driving cars without human intervention.

Autonomous Vehicles

How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

Mobility

How do goods and people flow worldwide? Examine transport networks, logistics innovations, and policies shaping global connectivity.

Transportation

Collaborations with ride-hailing platforms are giving them the reach to enter new markets.

Chinese robotaxi firms hitch a ride on Uber, Lyft, and Grab to expand overseas

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Shi Yi

What grounds digital progress in physical form? Analyze chipsets, sensors, and advanced components driving device performance.

Hardware

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ZTE woes may steer China’s AI chip development into a different direction

Huawei, a global telecom and smartphone vendor, delivers networking equipment, 5G solutions, and consumer devices integrating cutting-edge tech.

Huawei has stockpiled enough 5G base station chips to last until the first half of 2021.

Can China’s fledgling semiconductor industry rescue Huawei from tighter US tech sanctions?

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South China Morning Post

That’s one awkward picture. Image from Huawei via Weibo and South China Morning Post.

The Golden Snap feature removes unwanted intruders from photos, but there are limitations.

Huawei P40 anti-photobombing feature highlighted in Father’s Day ad

Apple designs iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers, coupling sleek hardware with robust software ecosystems and service offerings.

Apple

Arm-based chipset to be produced by TSMC, sources say.

Apple to replace Intel processors for Macs with in-house chips

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Nikkei Asia

How does information move at light speed? Review 5G rollouts, fiber networks, and connectivity standards advancing global communication.

Telecommunications

The clarification from Shenzhen-based ZTE came at a time when China is doubling down on efforts to build up its chipmaking capability.

Chinese telecoms giant ZTE clarifies that it only designs chips, does not make them, after share price spikes

Alibaba, China’s e-commerce giant, operates online retail marketplaces, cloud computing services, and digital payment networks across Asia and beyond.

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

JD.com

What sets the bar for convenience? Examine on-demand platforms, subscription models, and personalization transforming consumer expectations.

Consumer Economy

How do clicks replace aisles? Explore global marketplaces, payment solutions, and technology accelerating online retail’s growth.

E-commerce

How do goods cross borders seamlessly? Examine warehousing tech, route optimization, and data analytics building efficient supply chains.

Logistics

VisionNav's clients include JD.com, Alibaba's logistics arm Cainiao, cosmetics maker Amway, and global logistics company DHL.

Building intelligent warehousing solutions for the future: Inside China's Startups

Building intelligent warehousing solutions for the future: Inside China&#8217;s Startups

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Song Jingli

How do connected devices shape daily life? Examine IoT sensors, data platforms, and security protocols integrating smart tech into homes and cities.

Internet of Things

China has prioritized the development of computing chip technology to cut reliance on foreign imports, leading to a wave of local semiconductor startups.

The top 10 Chinese semiconductor startups to watch

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STAR Market wrestles chipmaker SMIC away from NY listing.

A year later, Shanghai's 'Nasdaq' looks increasingly Chinese

A year later, Shanghai&#8217;s &#8216;Nasdaq&#8217; looks increasingly Chinese

SoftBank is a global tech investor fueling startups, telecommunications ventures, and AI-driven innovations across international markets.

SoftBank

British company reveals whistleblower complaints and claims "irregularities."

SoftBank's Arm fires China head but unit says otherwise

SoftBank&#8217;s Arm fires China head but unit says otherwise

French President Emmanuel Macron has the CoronaOven installed in his residence.

This Indian startup has created a coronavirus-killing machine: Startup Stories

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