US-China AI Rivalry Intensifies as Chinese Models Narrow the Gap
Chinese AI platforms are rapidly catching up to US counterparts, with new models rivaling top US technology and prompting shifts in investor strategies amid rising tensions.
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Chinese AI platforms are rapidly catching up to US counterparts, with new models rivaling top US technology and prompting shifts in investor strategies amid rising tensions.
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China’s president calls for international cooperation to prevent AI-driven inequality, emphasizing support for the Global South.
CNA Latest News | Jul 23, 2026, 9:33 AM
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China criticizes France's new legislation aimed at curbing fast fashion, alleging it violates World Trade Organization rules and threatens Chinese firms.
CNA Latest News | Jul 22, 2026, 2:12 PM
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Australian rare earth miner Lynas attributes increased expenses for its Malaysian expansion partly to Chinese restrictions on equipment exports.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 22, 2026, 6:34 AM
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Moonshot AI’s launch of the 2.8-trillion-parameter Kimi K3 model challenges US dominance in AI, raising questions about the future of global AI infrastructure investment.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 21, 2026, 6:36 PMbusiness
The Tokyo-based automaker renews its partnership with Guangzhou Automobile Group for an additional decade amid sluggish sales and an approaching contract expiry.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 20, 2026, 7:40 AMpolitics
SpaceX and Blue Origin race to deliver human landing systems for a 2028 moon mission as China prepares to land taikonauts on the lunar surface.
The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 2:49 PMworld
At least three companies showcased AI-powered smartphones capable of performing tasks via voice commands, signaling a potential shift in mobile technology.
CNA Latest News | Jul 19, 2026, 9:59 AMbusiness
Chinese AI startup Moonshot AI introduces Kimi K3, a low-cost model challenging U.S. dominance in artificial intelligence, triggering a sell-off in major American tech stocks.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 18, 2026, 4:40 AMpolitics
The investigation into Neville Roy Singham, a major backer of left-leaning nonprofits, has expanded from potential Foreign Agents Registration Act violations to a criminal tax probe.
CBS Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 4:33 PMworld
Mainland Chinese institutional investors are increasing their holdings in Hong Kong-listed biotechnology firms, attracted by favorable valuations and a rise in cross-border licensing agreements.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 16, 2026, 3:07 AMbusiness
Despite previous debt restructuring efforts, Chinese private property developers continue to experience significant cash flow pressures in 2026.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 13, 2026, 8:45 AM
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Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea increasingly rely on the US for helium, a critical gas for semiconductor manufacturing, as global supplies tighten due to geopolitical tensions.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 13, 2026, 7:22 AM
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The Shanghai-based Bilibili World fan festival proceeds without Japanese artist appearances, yet Chinese fans continue to eagerly engage with Japanese anime content and merchandise.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 10, 2026, 10:18 PM
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The Long March 10B booster was successfully retrieved using a sea platform net, marking a milestone in China's reusable rocket development.
ABC Australia News | Jul 10, 2026, 9:48 AM
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The incident raises concerns among Japanese companies about Beijing's whistleblower incentives targeting illegal activities related to rare-earth exports.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 9, 2026, 4:31 AM
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Singapore authorities have charged four individuals for their alleged roles in a multinational money laundering operation involving smuggling gold concealed in electronic devices from China and fraudulent tax refund claims.
CNA Latest News | Jul 8, 2026, 6:46 AM
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For the first time, a mainland Chinese court has taken jurisdiction over a lawsuit involving a Hong Kong-listed firm, signaling increased scrutiny on corporate disclosures amid growing mainland investment in Hong Kong markets.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 8, 2026, 4:14 AM
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Hengli Petrochemical, a Shanghai-listed company linked to a US-sanctioned Chinese refinery, more than doubled its profit in the first half of 2026, reflecting a broader profit increase in China's petrochemical sector.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 8:21 AM
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Chinese banks and tech firms have outpaced the US in fintech patent applications over the past decade, marking a significant shift in global financial technology innovation.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 6, 2026, 6:47 PM
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Yang Youlin received one of the harshest punishments for economic crimes in recent years after a court in Jiangsu province convicted him of extensive bribery and related offenses.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 2:35 PM
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Alibaba, ByteDance, Tencent, and others are removing personalized AI chatbot features in response to new government rules.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 6, 2026, 7:16 AM
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New federal limits on private AI models under President Trump are fueling interest in open-source alternatives amid concerns about U.S. competitiveness and cybersecurity.
The Hill | Jul 5, 2026, 11:40 PM
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The Department of Justice prioritizes prosecuting birth tourism schemes amid reports of extensive operations involving foreign nationals and U.S. territories.
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