Chinese polar researchers used the developing Guowang low-Earth-orbit satellite network for a video call between Arctic vessels and China's Qinling Station in Antarctica, demonstrating progress in satellite communications.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 11, 2026
Sumitomo Bakelite plans to expand production of advanced chip packaging materials in Suzhou and Singapore, citing long-term demand linked to AI hardware and semiconductor growth.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 11, 2026
XPeng has launched an automated production line for its Iron humanoid robot, highlighting both the company's manufacturing ambitions and the challenges of turning embodied AI into a profitable business.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 11, 2026
China's new guidelines call for faster AI development, wider industrial adoption and stronger technology infrastructure while warning against speculative investment, poorly coordinated projects and excessive capacity.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 10, 2026
Chinese-founded AI startup Manus has raised more than $500 million after resuming independent operations following the unwinding of Meta's planned acquisition, Reuters reported.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 08, 2026
Seres Group and Huawei have renewed their partnership for the Aito electric vehicle brand with a five-year agreement, following a recent shift in their cooperation model.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 07, 2026
DeepSeek is reportedly seeking more than 80 billion yuan in new funding, potentially reaching 100 billion yuan, as it expands AI infrastructure and considers a Shanghai STAR Market listing.
Cecilia Wong
Oct 07, 2026
The US House subcommittee has advanced the GUARD Act to subject foreign-made robots to national security reviews, aiming to codify existing FCC actions into federal law for lasting impact.
IBT Staff Reporter
Sep 06, 2026
