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Congress approves bill banning TikTok unless Chinese owner ByteDance sells platform
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Quick Glance: Potential Buyers for TikTok Revealed
- The clock is ticking for TikTok to find a new owner. President Joe Biden signed a law that could ban TikTok in the US unless ByteDance sells the app. Possible buyers range from tech companies to retailers and investment bankers.
- Established tech giants like Meta or Google are unlikely buyers due to antitrust hurdles. Large companies with deep pockets face regulatory skepticism, although they could have the resources to purchase TikTok.
- Microsoft, which has shown interest in TikTok in the past, may have another opportunity after successfully navigating antitrust scrutiny with the Activision Blizzard deal. Oracle and former US government officials like Steven Mnuchin are also potential buyers.
- Mnuchin has announced assembling a team of investors to acquire TikTok. His offer, however, might exclude TikTok's algorithm, sparking controversial discussions. Other potential buyers like Kevin O'Leary are also considering acquiring TikTok, with O'Leary suggesting an initial bid between $20 and $30 billion.
EU Raises Stakes With Chinese Medical-Device Probe: Welcome to the Brussels Edition, Bloomberg’s daily briefing on what matters most in the heart of the European ...
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Quick Glance: EU Raises Stakes With Chinese Medical-Device Probe
- The EU launched a probe into Chinese medical-device procurement, prompted by concerns that the government in Beijing unfairly favors domestic suppliers, risking tensions ahead of Xi Jinping's upcoming visit.
- The investigation will collect information from companies and member states and must be concluded within nine months. If it confirms a lack of reciprocity, the EU could restrict Chinese access to its tenders.
- This move follows a decision last year to begin an anti-subsidy probe into electric vehicles made in China, potentially leading to new tariffs by July.
- Chinese leaders have rebutted European and US criticism of market distortion in favor of domestic firms, but doubts persist regarding Beijing's extensive use of public support.
No Nigerians! This 42-Year-Old Lagos School Admits Indians Only: The Indian school in Ilupeju only admits Indians. You need an Indian passport or proof of having ...
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Beijing half marathon: Organisers investigating controversial finish: Organisers of the Beijing half marathon will investigate allegations that three African ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation Launched After Beijing Half Marathon Finish
- Following the finish of the Beijing Half Marathon, the results are now under scrutiny due to the peculiar behavior displayed by three runners from Kenya and Ethiopia.
- A Chinese runner overtook the others, as seen in a recorded livestream of the Beijing Half Marathon. The remaining three runners - Willy Mnangat and Robert Keter from Kenya, and Dejene Hailu from Ethiopia - followed closely behind, with He claiming the first place.
- The organizers of the half-marathon are currently examining the results after a video of the finish circulated online, prompting many to question the intention of the three African runners to slow down.
- The winner secured the first place with a time of 1 hour 3 minutes 44 seconds. Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu shared the second place, one second later.
The US Senate passed legislation giving TikTok's Chinese owner, ByteDance, about nine months to divest the US assets of the short-video app ...
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Quick Glance: What Lies Ahead for TikTok in the US?
- The US Senate has unanimously approved a bill that could potentially lead to the banning of TikTok within nine months, unless its Chinese owner, ByteDance, withdraws from the video-sharing app due to concerns about national security threats.
- President Joe Biden has confirmed his intention to sign the legislation on Wednesday.
- ByteDance acquired the well-known karaoke app Musical.ly and rebranded it as TikTok back in 2017. It has become one of the fastest-growing applications in the United States, boasting 150 million monthly subscribers.
China relied on extrajudicial means to force thousands of fugitives to repatriate, human rights activists say - ICIJ
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Quick Glance: China's Illegal Tactics for Repatriating Fugitives
- Over the past decade, China has forcibly repatriated more than 12,000 fugitives to combat corruption, according to a human rights group report.
- Under Xi Jinping's government, China heavily relied on extrajudicial methods like kidnappings, harassment, and intimidation to 'persuade' and coerce Chinese nationals in over 120 countries to return.
- 'Fox Hunt' and 'Sky Net' operations aim at repressing Chinese nationals abroad, including activists, journalists, and religious minorities.
- The Chinese government uses persuasion methods to compel suspects to return, bypassing host countries' legal systems, leading to international resistance.
Congress Speeds TikTok Ban Bill By Adding It To Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan Aid Package
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TikTok CEO expects to defeat US restrictions: 'We aren't going anywhere': TikTok's chief executive said on Wednesday that the company expects to win a legal ...
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Three suspected Chinese spies arrested in Germany — caught stealing sensitive tech secrets
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Quick Glance: Germany apprehends three individuals for alleged China espionage
- The individuals were apprehended in Düsseldorf and Bad Homburg in western Germany, with searches conducted in their residences and places of work.
- Thomas R. is under suspicion of serving as an agent for an employee of the Chinese Ministry of State Security (MSS), aiming to gather intelligence on technologies with potential military applications within Germany.
- Allegedly, the company entered into an agreement with a German university for the purpose of facilitating knowledge exchange.
- During the time of their arrest, there were purported ongoing discussions regarding research initiatives that could contribute to enhancing China's maritime combat capabilities.
China developing super fast, stealth submarines? : Chinese scientists claim they are developing a sci-fi technology that will help Chinese submarines travel at ...
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US House of Representatives passes bill to ban TikTok unless it divests from China
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Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
- The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.
- In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.
- Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'
- San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
If Britain is so bothered by China, why do these .gov.uk sites use Chinese ad brokers?
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Chinese supermarket in Abuja shut for allegedly barring Nigerians: The consumer protection agency has summoned the owner in its investigation into racism ...
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House Passes Taiwan Aid Bill to Be Combined With Ukraine Funding: The US House passed $61 billion in fresh aid for Ukraine on Saturday, ending a six-month ...
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Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
Chinese Metal Tycoon’s Heir Buys $62 Million Singapore Mansion: The daughter of a Chinese nickel billionaire purchased a multimillion-dollar mansion in Singapore ...
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Inside the China-US Competition for AI Experts: Who’s winning the fight for top-tier AI talent?
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Xiaomi locks in over 75,000 orders for SU7 car, targets over 10,000 deliveries in June
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Beijing half marathon winners stripped of medals after African trio let Chinese runner win
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Quick Glance: Scandal at Beijing Half Marathon: 4 Runners Disqualified
- Following an unusual finish at the Beijing Half Marathon, the top finishers were disqualified as three runners from Africa seemingly made way for a Chinese competitor to win.
- The finish line incident caused a commotion, prompting questions about why the three other runners appeared to yield the victory to He.
- Subsequent to the investigation, all four runners were disqualified for the pacemakers deliberately slowing down in the final two kilometers of the race, aiding He's victory.
- Confirmation was provided by the organizers that although Xtep invited Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu as pacemakers, they were mistakenly registered as ordinary competitors.
Joe Biden calls for tripling of tariffs on Chinese steel: US also to probe Chinese shipbuilding as president’s re-election campaign fights for votes in ...
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Quick Glance: Joe Biden Calls for Significant Increase in Tariffs on Chinese Steel
- US President Joe Biden is pushing for an increase in tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminium to strengthen union support in the swing state of Pennsylvania.
- During a meeting with United Steelworkers union members in Pittsburgh, Biden calls on trade representative Katherine Tai to raise the tariffs from the current average of 7.5 percent.
- The main focus of the measures is to combat China's new export surge and the ongoing price pressure that makes it difficult for American steel companies to compete.
- The Biden administration's decision to increase tariffs is expected to impact recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to stabilize relations.
US jails Chinese student for threatening pro-democracy schoolmate: He threatened to "chop off" the hands of a Chinese student who put up pro-democracy fliers on ...
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Germany Arrests Three Suspected of Spying for Chinese State: German authorities arrested two men and a woman suspected of working for China’s ministry of state ...
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Chinese professor at Tokyo university missing after trip home: BEIJING -- A professor at Tokyo's Asia University has gone missing after temporarily ...
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Beijing auto show welcomes world as China's carmakers aim to conquer it: HONG KONG -- Beijing's premier automobile exhibition is back after a four-year ...
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Nothing off the table in US response to China overcapacity, Yellen says: The Biden administration is not taking any options off the table to respond to China's ...
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USADA wants investigation into China swimming, welcomes WADA lawsuit: The head of the United States Anti-Doping Agency demanded on Monday an investigation into ...
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How Chinese firms are using Mexico as a backdoor to the US: Chinese firms are racing to set up factories in Mexico to bypass US tariffs and sanctions.
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Agency bars Chinese telecom carriers from offering US broadband services: The Federal Communications Commission said on Thursday it is ordering the U.S ...
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Xiaomi locks in over 75,000 orders for SU7 car, targets over 10,000 deliveries in June
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Chinese supermarket in Abuja shut for allegedly barring Nigerians: The consumer protection agency has summoned the owner in its investigation into racism ...
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China's flying cars ready for liftoff with EV technology: GUANGZHOU -- XPeng, EHang and other Chinese companies are commercializing flying cars this year ...
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Better US-China ties but still deep disagreements as Blinken starts visit: U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Shanghai on Wednesday with U.S ...
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Quick Glance: China warns US to Choose Cooperation or Confrontation with Antony Blinken
- Blinken expected to demand Beijing cease support for Russia
- Tensions rise over accusations of China aiding Russia in Ukraine
- US accused of hindering Chinese industrial growth through export controls
- US and China seek to stabilize relations before US election campaign
China’s Distressed Pig Farmers Eye Turnaround as Herd Shrinks: Chinese farmers are keeping the fewest pigs for breeding since 2020, offering hopes that the ...
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China summons German ambassador after spying arrests: The German ambassador to China was summoned by Beijing on Thursday in response to several arrests in ...
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US investigates China's access to RISC-V — open standard instruction set may become new site of US-China chip war
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China Forces Apple to Delete WhatsApp, Threads, Signal From Chinese App Store: Apple removes a number of messaging apps from China's iOS App Store ...
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Quick Glance: Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads in China
- Apple removes Meta-owned apps under Chinese government pressure.
- Apps delisted due to 'national security concerns'.
- Chinese users now unable to download Western social media apps.
- Apple faces declining iPhone sales in China despite branding efforts.
German spy agency warns companies against being too "naive" on China: Germany's domestic spy agency told companies on Wednesday they should be on guard against ...
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Chinese military officials met US and Russian naval officials this week: Senior Chinese military officials held separate meetings with U.S. and Russian naval ...
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Huawei-led Chinese firms aim to make advanced memory chips by 2026, The Information reports
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EU launches investigation into Chinese medical device market: The European Commission launched a probe into China's public procurement of medical devices on ...
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Toyota teams up with Tencent for drive into China's EV market: BEIJING -- Toyota Motor said on Thursday that it is forming a strategic alliance with Chinese ...
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Quick Glance: Toyota and Tencent Collaborate for Entry into China's EV Market
- Toyota announces strategic alliance with Tencent to develop artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and big data for electric vehicles in China.
- Japanese automaker Toyota has been facing challenges in the Chinese market due to aggressive pricing and marketing by local competitors.
- Collaboration with Tencent focuses on developing in-car software crucial for next-generation vehicles.
- Demand for electric vehicles in China is rapidly growing, and Toyota aims to accelerate in this sector.
Senators hope TikTok will remain in business in US under new owner: Two U.S. senators said they hope TikTok will remain in business in the U.S ...
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How Volvo landed a cheap Chinese EV on U.S. shores in a trade war : A made-in-China electric vehicle will hit U.S. dealers this summer offering power and ...
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Chinese researchers use low-cost Nvidia chip for hypersonic weapon —unrestricted Nvidia Jetson TX2i powers guidance system
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Chinese student gets US prison term for threatening pro-democracy activist: A Chinese music student was sentenced on Wednesday to nine months in a U.S ...
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Chinese EV battery maker CATL unveils LFP battery with 1,000 km range: Chinese electric vehicle (EV) battery maker CATL on Thursday unveiled a lithium iron ...
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Chinese hackers are constantly targeting critical infrastructure in the U.S., FBI Director says
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Quick Glance: Cyber Threats from China Targeting US Critical Infrastructure
- According to FBI Director Christopher Wray, Chinese hackers are continuously seeking to infiltrate the computer systems of U.S. water treatment facilities and energy grids to induce panic.
- Wray claimed that the People’s Republic of China (PRC) has allocated significant resources to an offensive cyber program that surpasses those of all other major nations combined.
- Wray primarily focused on the China threat concerning critical infrastructure but was also questioned about TikTok, the social media platform facing potential banning in the U.S. if ByteDance does not comply.
- The FBI director emphasizes that the threat is not merely a long-term concern anymore but could materialize by 2027, as indicated by a recent assessment from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence suggesting a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan before the decade ends.
Cases of suspected Chinese espionage in Europe: The arrest in Germany of a European Parliament aide on suspicion of "especially severe" espionage for China is ...
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German Leader Scholz Warns China Over Dumping, Overcapacity Echoing US: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz instructed Chinese officials to promote free trade and ...
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Quick Glance: Scholz Organizes Crisis Diplomacy in China
- Scholz condemns Iran's attacks on Israel and plans crisis communication with G7 partners.
- China trip focusing on economy and geopolitical role, despite dilemma in relations.
- Business delegation accompanies Scholz, de-risking in other countries, export wave heading towards Germany.
- Scholz aims to influence China regarding Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, despite existing dependencies.
Chinese government-linked hackers have burrowed into US-critical infrastructure and are waiting 'for just the right moment to deal a devastating blow ...
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Quick Glance: Impending Chinese Hacker Attack on US Infrastructure
- FBI Director Christopher Wray warns of an upcoming devastating attack on critical US infrastructure by Chinese hackers.
- The Chinese hacking group Volt Typhoon has penetrated companies in the US in energy-rich and water-related sectors.
- The intent behind the preparation is unclear, but appears linked to China's goal of thwarting US defense of Taiwan.
- Active since mid-2021, Volt Typhoon aims to spy on organizations and gain unnoticed access to their networks, as reported by Microsoft.
China Is Front and Center of Gold’s Record-Breaking Rally: Gold’s rise to all-time highs above $2,400 an ounce this year has captivated global markets. China ...
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Chinese flying taxi sector claims global lead thanks to regulatory support: Shanghai’s AutoFlight wins approval for unmanned aircraft in nascent market forecast ...
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Chinese villagers downplay help for Malay travellers in Perak: PETALING JAYA: To the Malay travellers who got a smoother ride home to Kuala Lumpur after their ...
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Chinese tourist falls off cliff while posing for photo on Indonesian volcano: Her tour guide said that he had warned her and her husband about the dangers on the ...
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US appeals court split over Florida ban on Chinese citizens owning property: A U.S. appeals court on Friday appeared divided over whether to block a Florida law ...
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Quick Glance: Patti Smith Applauds Taylor Swift in 'Tortured Poets Department'
- Taylor Swift mentions Patti Smith in her new album 'The Tortured Poets Department'.
- Smith responded positively by posting photos of herself with a book by Dylan Thomas.
- Despite seeming different, Smith expressed understanding for Swift and praised her for potentially influencing fans positively.
- HuffPost calls for support for high-quality journalism that is freely accessible to all.
🔊 The US Senate passes a bill to force TikTok's Chinese owner ByteDance to sell it or face a ban. Find out the latest on the Reuters World News podcast
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Pharma groups warn of supply crunch over China spying law: Factory inspectors refuse to visit country over fears they could fall foul of tightened rules
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Verstappen wins Chinese GP sprint race: Red Bull's triple world champion Max Verstappen won the first sprint race of the Formula One season at the Chinese Grand ...
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Quick Glance: Chinese Grand Prix: Drama for Verstappen's Victory March?
- The Chinese Grand Prix could bring drama to Formula 1, and Red Bull's Max Verstappen isn't a guaranteed winner.
- The track is unknown and coated with thin asphalt, causing uncertain driving conditions.
- McLaren's Lando Norris secured the pole for the sprint race after a rainy qualifying session that challenged drivers.
- Practices revealed unusual names at the top, hinting at an entertaining race ahead.
Germany spying: Three suspected Chinese agents arrested: The main suspect, named as Thomas R, is accused of spying for the Chinese Ministry of State Security.
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Nissan, Mazda roll out new models for China as they aim for comeback: Nissan Motor and Mazda Motor unveiled new cars tailored for Chinese drivers on Thursday ...
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China's ambassador to Canada leaves his post: Chinese ambassador to Canada, Cong Peiwu, who has served since 2019, has left his post and returned to China ...
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Xi Hosts Ex-Taiwan Leader in Beijing for Landmark Meeting: Chinese leader Xi Jinping met former Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou in Beijing, a rare act of ...
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Quick Glance: Xi emphasizes historical trend of reunion with Taiwan
- Chinese President Xi Jinping met with former Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou and stated that outside influence cannot prevent the "family" reunion between Beijing and Taipei.
- Xi highlighted dialogue between the two sides, emphasizing that all issues can be discussed.
- Beijing sees the self-ruled island as a province that must be reunited with mainland China, not ruling out the use of force to assert its claims on Taiwan.
- Tensions across the Taiwan Strait are escalating, with Xi stressing that both sides are Chinese and that all issues can be discussed without separation.
Apple loses smartphone crown to Samsung as Chinese rivals gain ground: iPhone sales fall 10 per cent in first quarter of 2024 while groups including Xiaomi and ...
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Quick Glance: Samsung Takes Smartphone Crown from Apple
- Apple loses top position in the global smartphone market to Samsung as Chinese competitors gain traction.
- Samsung regains its status as the world's largest smartphone manufacturer in the first quarter of 2024, just three months after Apple claimed the top spot.
- The market's strongest growth comes from two Chinese manufacturers, while Apple continues to face challenges in the world's largest smartphone market.
- Despite an overall increase in global smartphone shipments, Apple experiences a decline in iPhone sales in China and misses out on much of the broader industry recovery.
The Delusion of Peak China: America Can't Wish Away Its Toughest Challenger: America can't wish away its toughest challenger.
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US government reportedly ponders crimping China's use of RISC-V: Permissive licenses may be about to collide with geopolitics
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Quick Glance: US Government Considers Restricting China's Use of RISC-V
- The US Department of Commerce is reportedly considering lawmakers' calls to make it harder for China to use the RISC-V instruction set architecture (ISA).
- RISC-V is permissively licensed, allowing developers to access the ISA for free and create proprietary or open source implementations for various applications.
- The Commerce Department is now reportedly examining RISC-V to review potential risks and assess appropriate actions that could address concerns effectively.
- China is already embracing RISC-V, with local chip design firms utilizing the ISA to develop desktop PC chips for Chinese schools and a server-grade processor for Alibaba Cloud.
Exclusive: China turns the heat up on cross-border investments in local govt debt, sources say
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Mercedes-Benz to launch luxury electric van for Chinese market: Mercedes-Benz is planning to launch a luxury electric van for the Chinese market based on its VAN ...
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No Substitute for Victory: America’s Competition With China Must Be Won, Not Managed
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Volkswagen aims to keep China market share stable as price war rages: Volkswagen aims to keep its Chinese market share roughly stable until the end of the decade ...
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Tesla cuts prices across its line-up in China: Tesla Inc has lowered prices across its line-up in China, according to its official website ...
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As Blinken Heads to China, What’s on the Agenda?: China’s support for Russia will be a primary topic, along with war in the Middle East and tensions over Taiwan ...
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Quick Glance: Blinken Discusses Key Issues with China
- USA and China discuss global conflicts and tensions in Shanghai and Beijing.
- Discussions on Russia, Ukraine, Middle East, Taiwan, South China Sea.
- Calls for China to exert influence on Iran and maintain stability in the region.
- Disputes over human rights, synthetic opioids, and illegal activities.
Bristol Myers Squibb drafts contingency plans for US restrictions on Chinese pharma
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US Senate passes bill to force TikTok divestment or ban: The U.S. Senate voted late Tuesday to send legislation to President Joe Biden that would require Chinese ...
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Chinese half-marathon gold medalist stripped after African runners slowed: Video: Beijing's half-marathon gold medalist He Jie disqualified after three runners ...
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InnovationRx: Legislation Could Prevent Pharma Companies From Working With Chinese Contractors
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US imposes sanctions on Chinese, Belarusian firms for aiding Pakistan's missile project
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Chinese scientists increase F-22 fighter jet’s radar signature 60,000 times with new detection method: study
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China Developers Slash Prices by 40% at Luxury Hong Kong Apartment Project: Distressed Chinese developers trying to sell luxury apartments at a new complex in ...
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Quick Glance: Significant Reduction in Luxury Apartments in Hong Kong
- Luxury apartments in Hong Kong are being reduced by almost half in price.
- Developers have only managed to sell five out of 295 apartments.
- Buyers are allowed up to 180 days for downpayments.
- Developers are in restructuring discussions due to credit issues.
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