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China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

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What powers tomorrow’s roads? Explore EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and battery advances sparking the shift toward sustainable transport.

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How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

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Maextro’s push could either turn HIMA into a powerhouse or become a case study in internal brand cannibalization.

Huawei-backed Maextro to expand its presence in China’s luxury car market with six new models

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What lies beyond familiar frontiers? Investigate emerging tech—like quantum computing and AI—transforming traditional sectors.

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How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

The company’s push into multimodal data collection and reinforcement learning signals its aim to control the full robotics stack.

Linkerbot raises new funding to build a full-stack platform for robot dexterity

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Humanoid robots take center stage in CATL’s push to expand its horizons and evolve past its identity as a battery powerhouse.

CATL bets big on robotics as it looks beyond batteries

Geely, a Chinese automaker, integrates advanced engineering, EV tech, and international brand acquisitions to expand its global footprint.

Geely

Lynk &amp; Co, a mobility brand, offers connected cars and flexible ownership options, blending digital innovation with urban commuting needs.

Lynk &amp; Co

Zeekr crafts premium electric vehicles with smart connectivity, performance enhancements, and sleek luxury appeal for modern drivers.

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Brand consolidation becomes critical as Geely aims to boost efficiency and tackle intensifying competition in the EV market.

Geely integrates Lynk & Co into Zeekr to streamline EV strategy

Geely integrates Lynk &#038; Co into Zeekr to streamline EV strategy

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What powers digital devices? Delve into chip design, manufacturing bottlenecks, and semiconductor breakthroughs fueling global electronics.

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SMIC co-CEO Zhao Haijun says all chipmakers will benefit from massive AI adoption.

China chipmaker SMIC says consumer electronics to recover in 2025

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Alibaba, China’s e-commerce giant, operates online retail marketplaces, cloud computing services, and digital payment networks across Asia and beyond.

Taobao, Alibaba’s consumer-to-consumer marketplace, connects Chinese shoppers with diverse products, from fashion and electronics to everyday essentials.

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Tmall, Alibaba’s B2C platform, hosts premium brands and official stores, offering authenticated products to Chinese consumers seeking quality goods.

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What sets the bar for convenience? Examine on-demand platforms, subscription models, and personalization transforming consumer expectations.

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How do clicks replace aisles? Explore global marketplaces, payment solutions, and technology accelerating online retail’s growth.

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High GMV and 88VIP engagement drove Alibaba’s Q3 growth, but profit pressures highlight a fiercely contested market.

88VIP shines amid Alibaba’s Q3 growth and profitability struggles

JD.com, a Chinese e-commerce leader, ensures trusted transactions, efficient logistics, and a wide product selection for online shoppers.

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How do goods cross borders seamlessly? Examine warehousing tech, route optimization, and data analytics building efficient supply chains.

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How do platforms deliver on immediacy? Analyze ride-hailing, instant deliveries, and gig models meeting consumer needs fast.

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Improved margins and a rebound in sales lifted JD.com’s Q3 profits, but market skepticism lingered over future growth.

JD.com’s Q3: Strong profits and growth fail to buoy investor confidence

Xiaomi crafts affordable smartphones, wearables, and IoT devices, appealing to users who seek innovation, quality, and budget-friendly tech.

After Meta’s success with Ray-Ban, Xiaomi joins Baidu in the race to make AI glasses China’s next tech hit.

Xiaomi to launch new AI glasses after Ray-Ban Meta stirs China demand

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Baidu leads Chinese search engines, voice assistants, autonomous driving research, and AI platforms connecting users with information and services.

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Baidu unveiled a slate of new AI technology at its annual event, though plans for a Sora rival remain on hold.

Baidu is all-in on AI, but Sora-style advances remain premature, says Robin Li

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