China's DeepSeek closes record $7 billion-plus funding with unusual deal structure: ReportChinese Artificial Intelligence lab DeepSeek has closed its first funding round that raised more than 50 billion yuan ($7.40 billion) und...
Alibaba unveils AI models for robots, amid shift from chatbots to agentsChinese tech and ecommerce giant Alibaba unveiled on Tuesday its first suite of AI models for robots, as China's tech industry shifts i...
China's May retail sales fall for first time in over three yearsChina's economy shows a worrying split in May. While factories are humming with strong exports, consumer spending took a hit, with retail s...
China launches national AI pilot base for steel industryChina has launched a new AI application pilot base in Nanjing for its metallurgical sector. This initiative aims to accelerate the adoption...
China access concerns could have triggered US restrictions on Anthropic's Mythos: ReportAmerica has restricted access to Anthropic's advanced AI model, Mythos. This action stems from worries that a group linked to China might h...
Anthropic block marks US reversal, warning to Silicon ValleyAmerica has taken a significant step by blocking foreign access to Anthropic's top AI models. This move follows concerns about bypassing se...
Global Markets: AI supply chain bets propel Asian hedge funds to stellar performanceAsia-focused hedge funds delivered outsized returns in 2026 by riding the artificial intelligence boom across semiconductors and related te...
ByteDance in talks with China's Iluvatar CoreX to purchase AI chipsByteDance, the influential technology entity known for its innovative platforms, is reportedly in discussions to acquire AI chip technology...
Big yard, iron fences: Why India must chase AI sovereignty nowThe expanding limitations on advanced AI technologies in America underline a pivotal change in the landscape of global tech commerce. This ...
Nvidia begins Vera CPU sales pitch to Chinese clients, sources sayThe outreach underscores how the world's most valuable company is quickly pivoting to the new product to revive its rapidly declining fortu...
Nvidia hires veteran lobbyist Bruce Andrews to head government affairsAndrews' move to the world's largest company comes as Nvidia attempts to ensure its continued influence in Washington and as its ties to ...
China's control over indium phosphide exports threatens AI data centre rolloutAnderson's visit was partly to raise the issue of delays in China's export licenses involving the highly strategic material, essential in m...
OpenAI says Chinese propaganda is being deployed to foment dissent over tariffs, data centersThe company said its efforts, dating to late 2025 and early 2026, appeared to have had little or no effect, but it is another indication of...
Taiwan weighs stricter export controls on AI chip sales to ChinaTaiwan is tightening the reins on AI chip sales to China, aligning its regulations with those of the United States. This strategic maneuver...
Seres-backed Saidou launches smart EV brand, partners with ByteDanceSaidou Technology, backed by Seres Group, has launched its AIVA artificial intelligence auto brand. The company is partnering with ByteDanc...
Chinese hackers pose biggest espionage threat to tech firms, CrowdStrike saysChina-linked hackers presented the largest espionage threat to technology firms in the past year. This surge coincides with significant inv...
China prepares $295 billion plan to fund nationwide AI buildout: ReportNational Development and Reform Commission is among key government agencies drafting a blueprint to build a network of inter-connected co...