Apple sees iPhone 16 prices slashed by up to 1,600 yuan (US$225) at its online store on Alibaba Group Holding’s Tmall platform, as the US tech giant looks to boost sales on Singles’ Day, the world’s biggest shopping festival, amid stiff competition in China.Under its Singles’ Day promotion, Apple’s Tmall store started offering a 500-yuan...
China’s Ministry of Water Resources has issued a warning about possible flooding in small and medium-sized rivers in southern regions due to heavy downpours expected over the next few days. Rivers in provinces such as Zhejiang, Fujian, Guangdong, Hainan, and Jiangxi are particularly at risk, with water levels potentially exceeding alert thresholds from Sunday to...
Hong Kong businesses operating in mainland China are adjusting to new legislation that gradually increases the retirement age, which could lead to higher manpower costs but also a more stable workforce. China’s top legislative body passed the law to extend the retirement age from 60 to 63 for male workers and from 55 to 58...
Breakthroughs in Brain-Computer Interface Rehabilitation by Chinese Scientists Chinese scientists have demonstrated significant success in brain-computer interface rehabilitation, bridging the gap between biological and artificial intelligence. This cutting-edge technology is revolutionizing the way paralyzed patients regain control over their lives. Controlling Devices with Thoughts In a recent video aired by China Central Television (CCTV), a...
Introduction of Generative AI Models in China More than 190 generative artificial intelligence (AI) service models have been registered and are now available for public use in China, showcasing the rapid advancement of generative AI in China. According to Zhuang Rongwen, chief of the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC). These models, which serve over 600 million...
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) have become an integral component of China’s militia forces, with multiple units across the country incorporating drones into their recent exercises. This development underscores the growing importance of UAVs in China’s militia and police operations, as observed by experts on Monday. According to a report by China Central Television (CCTV) on Sunday, militia...
China and Australia are in a state of open conflict over a former Olympic swimmer and coach’s insinuations that Pan Zhanle doped to win his 100-meter freestyle race by a body length. The Chinese state’s response to Australian Brett Hawke’s claim that it was ‘not humanly possible to beat that field’ as Pan had, and...
China’s middle class is a group to which the country’s policymakers should be paying close attention, a prominent political scientist has said – both in terms of the demographic’s traditional role as a predictor of economic prosperity, and as a potential factor in helping preserve frayed relations with the United States. “We should promote the...
Qinshan Nuclear Power Plant, China’s pioneering nuclear power facility located on the southeastern coast of Haiyan, has set a new standard for safety and environmental protection in the industry. With a total installed capacity of 6.66 million kilowatts across its nine units, the plant generates approximately 52 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually. This consistent performance...
Guzhen Township in Zhongshan, often referred to as China’s lighting capital, spans over 50 square kilometers and dominates 70% of China’s lighting market. Its products reach over 130 countries and regions, cementing its position as a global leader in the industry. Tourism is another sector with significant growth potential in the area. “The Shenzhong Link...