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SCI & TECHAug 24China boosts coal’s economic value 700% after turning it to liquids: reportThe world’s largest coal-to-liquids plant is turning coal into oil products that can power rockets and serve as machine lubricants while boosting its value sevenfold, according to a Chinese newspaper. The production line, built by China Energy Group Ningxia Coal Industry Co Ltd, began full operations in northwest China’s Ningxia Hui autonomous region last month and processed 24 million tonnes of coal in 2025 – a quarter of the region’s total annual output, according to a report published by...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 24Workers in China worry over being replaced as they adapt to the growing impact of AI on jobsWorkers in China are expressing concerns about job security as they adapt to the growing impact of artificial intelligence on employment. This reflects a significant societal and economic shift.dailyadvance.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 24Workers in China worry over being replaced as they adapt to AI | The Asahi Shimbun : Breaking News , Japan News and AnalysisWorkers in China are expressing concerns about job displacement as they adapt to the increasing integration of artificial intelligence in the workplace. This reflects a growing societal challenge related to technological advancement.asahi.com · Japan
SCI & TECHAug 24Workers in China worry over being replaced as they adapt to the growing impact of AI on jobsWorkers in China are expressing concerns about job displacement as they adapt to the increasing integration of artificial intelligence in the workplace. This reflects a growing societal challenge related to technological advancement.durangoherald.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 24Workers in China worry over being replaced as they adapt to the growing impact of AI on jobsWorkers in China are expressing concerns about job displacement as they adjust to the increasing influence of artificial intelligence on the labor market. This highlights the socio-economic challenges and adaptations required in an AI-driven economy.goskagit.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 24Workers in China worry over being replaced as they adapt to the growing impact of AI on jobsWorkers in China are expressing concerns about job displacement as they navigate the increasing influence of artificial intelligence on employment. This highlights a significant societal challenge posed by advancing technology.thepeterboroughexaminer.com · Canada
SCI & TECHAug 24Workers in China worry over being replaced as they adapt to the growing impact of AI on jobs – Winnipeg Free PressWorkers in China are expressing concern about job displacement due to the increasing influence of AI in the workplace. This reflects a broader global issue regarding technology's impact on employment.winnipegfreepress.com · Canada
SCI & TECHAug 24China team brings X-ray vision to life with a compact high-speed ghost video camChinese scientists have developed a new tabletop X-ray ghost imaging method that allows them to capture real-time “see-through” video of fast-moving objects. The team’s system could be used to capture dynamic objects such as rotating aircraft engines or biological movements like a beating heart. Importantly, this could all be accomplished with a lower radiation dose and simpler set-up than traditional X-ray methods. “In contrast to other available X-ray imaging techniques for moving objects, our...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 24World Humanoid Robot Games open in BeijingThe World Humanoid Robot Games have commenced in Beijing, showcasing advancements and competitive applications of humanoid robotics. This event highlights global progress and interest in humanoid robot technology.asianews.network · China
SCI & TECHAug 24Can China humanoid robots make the leap to work ? This article explores whether humanoid robots developed in China are capable of transitioning into practical work environments. It discusses the potential for these advanced machines to integrate into the workforce.insideretail.asia · China
SCI & TECHAug 23Humanoid robots sprint, play soccer and set records at Beijing games, in photosMore than 2,000 humanoid robots run, play table tennis and soccer, and are setting records at the ongoing World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, highlighting China’s rapid advances…Japan Today
SCI & TECHAug 23China abruptly postpones Change - 7 lunar mission launchChina has abruptly postponed the launch of its Change-7 lunar mission. This impacts the timeline for a significant space exploration endeavor.theadvocate.com.au · Australia
SCI & TECHAug 23Chinese humanoid robots smash human records in 100m sprint and high jump at Beijing robot gamesChinese humanoid robots have surpassed human records in the 100m sprint and high jump at robot games. This highlights significant progress in robotics and artificial intelligence capabilities.orlandosentinel.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 23Humanoids break records at Beijing Robot GamesHumanoid robots have set new records at the Beijing Robot Games. This showcases advancements in robotics and competitive technological achievements.jamaicaobserver.com · Jamaica
SCI & TECHAug 23Humanoids break records at Beijing Robot GamesHumanoid robots have set new records at the Beijing Robot Games. This highlights advancements and competitive achievements in the field of robotics.jamaicantimes.com · Jamaica
SCI & TECHAug 23China abruptly delays ambitious Chang’e-7 mission to find water ice on moonChina has postponed its Chang’e-7 lunar mission, which was due to launch in the coming days and search for water ice near the Moon’s south pole, a government agency said Saturday. Officials said the mission did not meet launch conditions, without providing further details.France 24 [en]
SCI & TECHAug 23China puts off Chang’e-7 mission to lunar south poleChina’s historic Chang’e-7 mission to drill for ice near the moon’s south pole has been delayed, the country’s human space flight programme authority said on Sunday. The Chang’e-7 – carrying an orbiter, a lander, a rover and a hopper – was expected to lift off aboard a Long March 5 rocket from the Wenchang spaceport in southern China’s Hainan province as early as Monday. The China Manned Space Agency said on Sunday evening that the mission would be postponed following a comprehensive assessment...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 23The African firms adopting Chinese AI as US-China rivalry intensifiesThe United States may want the world to choose sides in the AI race with China, but in Africa, many businesses are pursuing a more pragmatic strategy: using Chinese models where they offer better value or flexibility, while keeping their options open. For example, when African insurtech platform Curacel expanded the range of artificial intelligence (AI) models powering its internal infrastructure, it did not look only to Silicon Valley. Instead, the Nigeria-based firm – which provides AI-powered...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 23China’s overlooked internet army is quietly embedding AI into everyday businessesWhile China’s new “AI tigers” have captured global attention for challenging Silicon Valley front-runners, a quieter wave of domestic technology companies is building in-house artificial intelligence systems serving everyday users. Beyond pure-play AI labs like DeepSeek, Z.ai (also known as Zhipu AI), Moonshot AI and MiniMax, consumer-facing platforms that span e-commerce, video gaming, social media and travel are developing foundation models tailored to their own business ecosystems, in efforts...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 23Major tech firms to help upskill Hong Kong workers under ‘AI for All’: Paul ChanHong Kong will partner with major tech firms to launch an AI training programme for the working population in November, the city’s finance chief has said. In his Sunday blog, Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po said the HK$50 million (US$6.4 million) “AI for All” inclusive programme announced in February would feature more than 200 activities and was expected to benefit 50,000 people within two years. “The development and application of frontier technology will pose challenges to the job market....South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 23China open - source bout is changing AIChina's engagement in open-source artificial intelligence is significantly influencing the global AI landscape. This highlights a key development in the field of technology.economictimes.indiatimes.com · India
SCI & TECHAug 23Chinese humanoid robots smash human records in 100m sprint , high jump at Beijing robot gamesChinese humanoid robots have surpassed human records in the 100m sprint and high jump at the Beijing robot games. This highlights significant advancements in robotics and artificial intelligence.ksl.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 23Tech paradox: fear of being left behind drives China non-programmers to build own AI toolsA growing number of non-programmers across China are developing their own AI tools, primarily motivated by concerns about falling behind as technology reshapes work and daily life. The anxiety surrounding this shift is almost palpable. AI courses and side-hustle tutorials have flooded mainland social media as employers increasingly expect their workers to develop AI literacy. Simultaneously, enrolment and interest in humanities programmes at universities are declining. Together, these trends...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 23China builds world’s first custom plant immunity system for epidemic responseChinese scientists have created an AI-guided platform to engineer custom plant immune receptors to rapidly combat emerging diseases that threaten plants, including commercial crops vulnerable to devastating outbreaks. Their programmable synthetic immune receptors can be introduced into plants to help them detect proteins made by specific bacteria, viruses and fungi, triggering an immune response to neutralise the threat, according to the team. By leveraging protein design guided by artificial...South China Morning Post