China can build humanoids at scale. The hard part is finding enough buyersChinese companies are pushing ahead with humanoid robot production. These robots can perform tasks like directing traffic and making coffee...
07 Jun, 2026, 06.35 AM IST
Europe's tech 'liberation day'? Computer says not yetThe EU plan aims to boost European tech firms and limit some access for dominant U.S. rivals. It marks a key but initial step, with the blo...
04 Jun, 2026, 10.38 AM IST
DeepSeek slated to draw $7 billion in maiden fundraising, sources sayThe fundraising could value the company after the investment at between 350 billion yuan and 400 billion yuan, or between $52 billion and...
03 Jun, 2026, 09.46 AM IST
China adds data and AI to trade secret rules to block leaksEffective Monday, the Regulations on Trade Secret Protection mark the first time Chinese law protects such digital assets as proprietary se...
02 Jun, 2026, 09.21 AM IST
China's Zhipu AI plans to apply for Shanghai's Sci-Tech Board listingOne of the leading players in China's crowded artificial intelligence sector, Zhipu AI, said the proposed issuance of A shares, each with a...
02 Jun, 2026, 08.13 AM IST
Tech jobs go cold; Chip startups shift gearIndia’s tech hiring has fallen to its lowest level in more than two years. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
01 Jun, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
China toughens rules on outbound investment after Meta-Manus contentionThe rules, published by the State Council, or cabinet, will take effect from July 1. One of the most significant requires authorisation fo...
01 Jun, 2026, 08.10 AM IST
Groq targets $650 million fundraise after Nvidia licensing deal: ReportGroq is seeking $650 million from its investors. This comes after a significant $17 billion licensing deal with Nvidia. Groq is now concent...
28 May, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
French AI firm Mistral announces deals with BMW, AirbusFrench AI company Mistral is forging new alliances with automotive giant BMW and aerospace leader Airbus. These collaborations aim to expan...
28 May, 2026, 07.01 PM IST
China expands travel curbs to top AI talent at private firmsChina is now restricting top AI professionals in private companies from traveling abroad. This move aims to protect its advanced technology...
27 May, 2026, 10.25 AM IST
FirstCry, Slice’s FY26 numbers; Nilekani’s Fundamentum eyes deeptech pushFirstCry parent cut its losses in the March quarter on tightened costs. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
26 May, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
China's DeepSeek to make permanent 75% price cut on flagship V4‑Pro AI modelDeepSeek did not disclose whether the permanent price cut was due to increased supply of Huawei's Ascend 950 chips, which it used to maxi...
24 May, 2026, 05.33 PM IST
Singapore in talks with tech firms about adding 'nutrition labels' to AI productsSingapore is planning to introduce "nutrition labels" for AI products. These labels will inform users about intended uses and limitations. ...
20 May, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
Nobel-winning AI giant Demis Hassabis was early Anthropic investor: FTDemis Hassabis, founder of Google's DeepMind, was an early investor in AI firm Anthropic. This revelation highlights his significant role i...
19 May, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
Dara Khosrowshahi on Uber’s India bets, AI & jobs; Nvidia’s Simplismart betHappy Monday! Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi sat down with ET to discuss the company’s ambitions in (and for) India, among other things. This a...
18 May, 2026, 07.49 AM IST
China tech giant Tencent sees Q1 profit jump after AI betsTencent reported a 21% surge in quarterly net profit, reaching 58.1 billion yuan, driven by significant investments in the booming artifici...
13 May, 2026, 03.24 PM IST
Kimi chatbot maker Moonshot AI valued at $20 billion in Meituan-led roundMoonshot AI has secured approximately $2 billion in its latest funding round, propelling its valuation to over $20 billion. This significan...
07 May, 2026, 01.56 PM IST