China: News
China, US agree to $30B tariff reduction during Xi's visit
China has announced a major agreement with the United States, including a $30 billion reciprocal tariff reduction and the establishment of an artificial intelligence (AI) dialogue.
US-China summit ends with agreement on AI, military crisis communication
The US and China have agreed to establish a communication channel for artificial intelligence (AI) incidents and expedite military crisis communication efforts.
This Chinese drug extends stroke treatment window to 2 days
Chinese researchers have made a major breakthrough in stroke treatment, extending the critical intervention window from six hours to a whopping 48 hours.
This Chinese device can detect trains running underground
Chinese researchers have successfully tested a handheld quantum magnetometer, originally designed for submarine detection, on a subway train.
Offshore wind farms may complicate ship detection in coastal waters
A recent study has warned that offshore wind farms can create radar blind spots and "ghost" targets.
Why protesters mocked Xi in Washington with Winnie the Pooh
As United States President Donald Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping at the White House, protesters took to the streets of Washington, DC.
'Let's compete healthy, not wrestle': Xi tells Trump
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for new forms of cooperation between the United States and China, emphasizing the need to write a "new chapter" in Sino-US friendship.
US-China talks focus on AI, Xi says human control needed
Chinese President Xi Jinping and United States President Donald Trump met at the White House on Thursday.
US, China extend trade truce until January 10
The United States and China have agreed to extend their trade truce until January 10, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced.
Six-year-old girl from China breaks Rubik's Cube world record
A six-year-old girl from Chengdu, China, has set a new women's world record for solving a Rubik's Cube in just over four seconds.
'Great leader': Elon Musk praises Chinese President Xi Jinping
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has praised Chinese President Xi Jinping as a "great leader."
This is the world's first supercritical CO2-molten salt power plant
China has started construction of the world's first utility-scale combined supercritical carbon dioxide (CO2) power generation and molten salt energy storage project.
China's mission to Jupiter one step closer to reality
Chinese researchers have successfully tested a new deep-space navigation technique, Stellar Aberration Navigation.
China might ban 'intimate' AI companions for minors
China's top internet regulator has proposed new rules to protect minors from the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) companions.
White House launches 'Trump TV' after banning 3 media outlets
The White House has launched a 24/7 video channel called "Trump TV: The Essentials Station."
Xi Jinping US visit: Rare-earth magnets could be in focus
Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to embark on a three-day official visit to the US, his first in over a decade.
This is the world's first submarine solar power plant
In a major milestone, Chinese scientists have tested the world's first underwater solar power plant.
Only 7,000 humanoid robots sold last year despite investment boom
The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) has revealed that around 7,000 humanoid robots were sold worldwide last year for industrial and professional services.
Volvo names Klaus Zellmer as new chief
Volvo Car AB has announced the appointment of Klaus Zellmer as its new president and chief executive officer.
Microsoft CEO to attend White House dinner for Xi Jinping
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella will attend a White House state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping this week, according to Bloomberg.
Why Saudi Arabia quit cross-border payments platform led by China
Saudi Arabia has withdrawn from mBridge, a China-led cross-border payments platform.
China develops paint that cools walls by 25°C
China has developed a revolutionary super-coating that can reduce wall temperatures by as much as 25 degree Celsius during summer.
India's exports to core BRICS nations soar by 34%
India's exports to core BRICS countries, China, South Africa, Brazil, and Russia, have witnessed a massive 34% jump in the first five months of FY2026-27.
China's smart glasses sales surge amid growing privacy concerns
China has witnessed a massive surge in the sale of smart glasses, with sales on major platforms more than doubling in the first eight months of this year.
Remnants of long-lost 'Greater Gondwana' supercontinent have finally been found
An international team of scientists, led by researchers from China, has discovered remnants of a long-lost supercontinent, dubbed "Greater Gondwana."
People in China are 'selling' their faces for AI-generated content
In a bizarre trend, people in China are cashing in on their faces for AI-generated dramas, ads, and games.
Trump to create 'AI Force' and appoint new AI czar
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to create an "AI Force" and appoint new artificial intelligence (AI) czar.
Volkswagen may cut another 4,100 jobs at Porsche
Volkswagen is considering another round of job cuts at its luxury brand Porsche, according to German business daily Handelsblatt.
AI error nearly led to US-China military confrontation: Report
A recent CNN report has revealed that the United States military nearly boarded a Chinese ship in the Middle East earlier this year. The incident was triggered by a faulty intelligence report generated with artificial intelligence (AI).
Trump signs Russia sanctions bill, India faces 100% tariff risk
United States President Donald Trump has signed a new sanctions bill against Russia and Iran.
Senators urge FTC to probe Amazon, Walmart over shopping bias
Two US senators have asked the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate Amazon and Walmart.
Chinese AI firms lag far behind OpenAI in revenue
China's leading artificial intelligence (AI) firms generate only about 10% of the revenue reported by OpenAI alone, a new analysis from Rhodium Group has revealed.
'Deeply sorry': Hyrox athlete who soiled herself issues statement
Australian athlete Joanna Wietrzyk has apologized for continuing a Hyrox race in Beijing on Saturday, despite soiling herself.
Chinese AI not powerful enough to become rogue yet: Huawei
Eric Xu, Huawei's rotating chairman, has said that Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) may not be advanced enough to experience the safety risks reported by leading US firms.
Trump to sign Russia sanctions bill threatening India's oil imports
United States President Donald Trump is set to sign a Russia sanctions bill that could affect India's oil imports from Russia.
Russia using North Korean workers to manufacture military drones: Report
Russia is employing North Korean laborers to manufacture military drones for use in the Ukraine conflict, a recent report by the Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team has revealed.
Tim Cook, Sam Altman to attend Trump-Xi Jinping state dinner
Tim Cook, the Executive Chairman of Apple Inc. and Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, will attend a state dinner hosted by US President Donald Trump for Chinese President Xi Jinping next week, according to Bloomberg.
Huawei's latest AI system can link 4,000 processors
Huawei Technologies has launched its latest Atlas 960 SuperPoD computing cluster and an upgraded version of its UnifiedBus interconnect technology.
AI start-up Manus seeks $4B valuation after Meta split
Chinese-founded artificial intelligence (AI) start-up Manus is looking to double its valuation to $4 billion.
India reacts after US House passes bill allowing 100% tariffs
India on Thursday said that it is determined to take all necessary measures to protect its trade and economic interests after the United States House of Representatives passed the Russian sanctions bill targeting Moscow over its continued war in Ukraine.
Huawei targets NVIDIA with new AI chips launching in 2027
Huawei is gearing up to launch two new artificial intelligence (AI) chips in 2027.
How EU plans to cut trade deficit with China
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has vowed to use all possible means to tackle the "unsustainable" trade deficit with China.
How Chinese hackers are using AI to make spying easier
A trove of internal documents from Zhengzhou Zhirong Network Technology, or ZRON, a Chinese hacking firm, has shed light on the evolution of hacking-for-hire operations.
This is the world's smallest CT scanner
Chinese researchers have developed the world's smallest CT scanner, a portable device capable of producing high-resolution images of tiny fossils and archeological relics.
China might build a nuclear-powered tank with railgun by 2046
Chinese military researchers have proposed an ambitious plan to develop a nuclear-powered battle tank.
TikTok founder becomes Asia's richest, overtaking Gautam Adani
Zhang Yiming, the founder of ByteDance, has surpassed Indian billionaire Gautam Adani to become Asia's richest person.
US House advances Russia bill allowing 100% tariffs on India
The United States House of Representatives has advanced a bill that could give President Donald Trump the power to impose tariffs of up to 100% on India and other major importers of Russian oil and gas.
China makes it difficult for citizens to travel abroad
China has introduced stringent new rules to restrict travel in and out of the country.
US confirms deployment of weapons in space
The United States has confirmed that it has weapons deployed in space.
Germany says no to halting AI development
Germany's digital affairs ministry has rejected the idea of halting artificial intelligence (AI) development in Europe.
This battery-free neural device can help stroke survivors walk naturally
Chinese scientists have developed a lightweight, battery-free neural prosthesis to improve mobility in people with walking difficulties, including stroke survivors.
After Anthropic, China's spy chief calls for AI regulation
China's State Security Minister Chen Yixin has warned that the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) poses a threat to political stability and critical infrastructure.
Chinese researchers solve memory hurdle for future AI systems
Chinese researchers have made a major breakthrough in the field of semiconductor technology.
China's FAST telescope just made the universe clearer to us
China's FAST telescope has created the world's largest catalog of neutral hydrogen beyond the Milky Way, a key element in star and galaxy formation.
'Cold War tactic': Chinese media slams Anthropic's AI slowdown proposal
A Chinese state-run media outlet has criticized Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's recent essay advocating for a slowdown in artificial intelligence (AI) development, calling it a "Cold War playbook" tactic.
China has reduced troop deployment along LAC, says Army report
China has drastically reduced its People's Liberation Army (PLA) deployment along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in 2025, according to the Indian Army's Annual Report 2025-26.
Why Donald Trump doesn't want to check AI development
US President Donald Trump has downplayed the need for regulations on artificial intelligence (AI) development.
This oil refining method can cut energy usage by 90%
Chinese scientists have developed a revolutionary new technique for refining oil, which could cut energy consumption during the process by as much as 90%.
This Chinese province was a 'hunting paradise' for ancient humans
Fossils of the extinct Denisovans have been discovered in China's Yunnan province, a region that was once a "hunting paradise" for these ancient humans.
Massive underwater gold mine found in Pacific ocean
A team of Chinese scientists has discovered a massive underwater mineral deposit in the western Pacific ocean, rich in gold and silver.