ByteDance rolls out paid subscriptions for China's largest AI chatbotChinese tech giant ByteDance has launched paid subscriptions for its popular AI chatbot, Doubao, a move aimed at monetizing its vast user b...
24 Jun, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
Critical minerals, strategic stakes: Inside India's bid to break China's supply chain strangleholdIndia and the US have inked a pact to secure critical mineral supplies, bolstering a broader Quad initiative aiming to invest $20 billion i...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
As China gorges on homegrown foie gras, France faces a new rivalChina is rapidly emerging as a global powerhouse in foie gras production, with farmers like Li Fengshan driving massive output increases. C...
21 Jun, 2026, 06.34 AM IST
Yuan or Dollar? Indian businesses explore alternatives as import costs climbIndian businesses, particularly MSMEs, are hesitant to adopt yuan-denominated settlements despite a weakening rupee. They prioritise locali...
19 Jun, 2026, 11.15 AM IST
At Hong Kong auto show, China automakers target wealthy in right-hand-drive marketsChinese car companies are targeting wealthy buyers in right-hand-drive nations. They are introducing premium electric vehicles to new marke...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.18 PM IST
Are the EU and China heading for a trade war?Europe's trade gap with China is widening. This is leading to protective measures on items like electric vehicles and e-commerce. Leaders a...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.55 PM IST
India Inc. is profitable. So why isn’t it investing?Indian companies are making record profits, but they are not investing in new factories or infrastructure. This is creating fewer jobs and ...
16 Jun, 2026, 06.03 PM IST
China signs up 26 financial institutions to digital yuan cross-border payment platformThe agreement will allow participants to join the Cross-border e-CNY Transfer Services, or CBETS, an integrated cross-border settlement pla...
16 Jun, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
Global Markets: Chinese government bonds gain global appeal as investors seek diversification amid market volatilityChinese government bonds are attracting growing interest from global investors as rising geopolitical tensions, particularly the Iran confl...
16 Jun, 2026, 09.46 AM IST
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...
15 Jun, 2026, 08.49 AM IST
Thanks, Trump-ji for the push we neededUS attempts to control advanced AI model exports face challenges. This may push nations like India to develop their own AI capabilities. In...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
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...
14 Jun, 2026, 08.58 AM IST
DLI-backed chip companies call for government procurement supportIndian semiconductor startups are urging the government for stronger market access and intellectual property protection. They highlight the...
13 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
China's Ministry of State Security warns 'spy turtles' are fishing for sea secretsForeign spies are fitting turtles and fish with sensors to create underwater maps of China's coastline, Beijing warned Friday in apparent r...
12 Jun, 2026, 10.49 AM IST
Asia’s currency fight moves offshore as central banks push backAsian central banks are intensifying efforts to curb offshore forex speculation as external pressures like high oil prices and a strong dol...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
Chinese production continues despite tech transfer curbsChinese electronics companies are pushing ahead with their India expansion. Brands like Hisense, Haier, and Oppo are increasing local manuf...
10 Jun, 2026, 09.05 AM IST
US lawmakers urge tighter rules on contract chipmakers supplying Chinese firms' overseas unitsThis comes after the Trump administration last week moved to halt a potential loophole that may have led companies to export advanced chi...
09 Jun, 2026, 08.40 AM IST