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CYBERJun 25China’s cybersecurity industry needs its own Mythos model, 360 founder warnsChina must develop its own equivalent to Anthropic’s Mythos model to counter the cybersecurity risks posed by the artificial intelligence era, according to 360 Security Technology founder Zhou Hongyi, who likened the powerful US technology to a “cyber nuclear weapon”. Released in April with the ability to autonomously identify software vulnerabilities, Mythos has accelerated vulnerability discovery a hundredfold while slashing costs – a “terrifying change” that had effectively “democratised”...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 25China to Increase Fuel Export Allowances for JulyChina plans to increase its fuel export allowances for July. This decision could impact global energy markets and supply.oilprice.com · United States
WORLDJun 25For many outside China, Dear You reflects family history, not politicsWhen a modest Chaoshan-dialect film about an indebted grandson, a missing grandfather and a bundle of yellowing remittance letters opened quietly in China in late April, few expected it to become one of the biggest films of the year. Yet Dear You has earned more than 1.8 billion yuan (US$265.75 million) at the Chinese box office. It has done so without major stars or heavy promotion – an unlikely triumph for a film told largely in Teochew or Chiu Chow. As the film is released across Southeast...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 25Nvidia in focus as banned Blackwell GPUs see price increases in China: WedbushNvidia's banned Blackwell GPUs are reportedly experiencing price increases in China, according to Wedbush analysis. This highlights the market impact of trade restrictions on technology products.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLDJun 25China ‘on track to surpass United States’ in global goals for human, planet health: UNChina is “on track to surpass the United States” in its efforts to eradicate poverty and protect the planet, according to a new report from the United Nations. The “Sustainable Development Report 2026”, which tracks global progress on the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), was launched on June 23. Also known as the “Global Goals”, the framework is intended to be a comprehensive worldwide blueprint for ending poverty, protecting the planet and ensuring prosperity by 2030. “Owing to its...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJun 25Did the Iran war just prove that China’s ageing DF-15Bs are still big guns?Lessons from the Iran war suggest that China’s ageing Dongfeng-15B short-range missiles may be more useful in penetrating modern missile defences than previously thought, according to military analysts. The suggestion surfaced this month in an article published by Ordnance Science and Technology which said that missiles with biconic manoeuvring re-entry vehicles (MRVs) could achieve a penetration effect close to that of hypersonic projectiles. The article, written under the byline Ma Lihua,...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 25‘Looming dangers’ under China-US ties: AI and rare earths reveal a fragile floorDeep-seated structural rivalry and lingering regulatory barriers are likely to limit any thaw in China-US ties, even though last month’s summit put a temporary floor under the fragile relationship, an expert from China’s top state-affiliated think tank has warned. Speaking at the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Dalian on Thursday, Zhao Hai, of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS), struck a cautious note on the trajectory of the world’s most consequential bilateral relationship,...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 25Hygiene brand Dettol faces PR crisis in China after ad aimed at critiquing misogyny backfiresBritish hygiene brand Dettol faced significant backlash in China for an advertisement perceived as objectifying women, prompting an apology and the removal of the commercial. Legal experts indicate it may have violated local laws and could face potential penalties. Dettol issued an apology on June 22 regarding its latest advert for laundry sanitiser. The four-minute commercial, presented as a micro-drama, was released in late May but gained notoriety on Chinese social media after segments were...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 25China remains one of biggest opportunities : New Zealand PM - XinhuaThe Prime Minister of New Zealand has stated that China remains one of the biggest opportunities for their country. This indicates an ongoing focus on economic relations and trade policy with China.english.news.cn
WORLDJun 25U . S . plastic exports to China fuel global pollution concernsU.S. exports of plastic to China are reportedly contributing to global pollution concerns. This highlights the environmental impact of international trade practices.upi.com · United States
BUSINESSJun 25China's DSC Holdings prices $51M U.S. IPO at $17 per ADSChina's DSC Holdings has priced its $51 million U.S. Initial Public Offering at $17 per American Depositary Share. This signifies the company's entry into the U.S. stock market.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHJun 25Could China’s photonic chips help it leapfrog US on AI?China opened a top-level optical computing laboratory in Shanghai in June after a string of breakthroughs in the field that could help get around US curbs on its development of artificial intelligence (AI). A decade after optical computing and next-generation photonics were made national priorities, China last year began limited production of locally designed photonic chips. These transmit and process data using photons – particles of light generated by lasers – whereas silicon chips such as the...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 25CGTN : How China Opportunity 2 . 0 offers growth potential for global businessesCGTN reported on 'China Opportunity 2.0' and its potential for growth among global businesses. This suggests an analysis of economic prospects for international companies in China.manilatimes.net · Philippines
POLITICSJun 25China-Japan flights drop 57% for summer travel peak amid geopolitical tensionsThe number of China-Japan flights scheduled by airlines for the upcoming summer travel period – the peak months of July and August – has dropped by 57 per cent versus a year ago following a political flap and a price hike in Japanese visas, according to industry data. A total of 2,629 round-trip flights were expected next month between the two Asian countries, down from 6,317 in July last year. In August, 2,641 were scheduled, a drop from the 6,127 flown in August 2025, data compiled by British...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 25Is Prabowo’s Trump moment a sign that China is losing its favourite partner?Last October, at a Gaza peace summit in Egypt, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto leaned towards his US counterpart Donald Trump and asked, “Can I meet Eric?” Prabowo was referring to the American president’s son. Trump responded warmly in the exchange that was picked up on a hot microphone. “I’ll have Eric call. He’s such a good boy.” Eric and his brother Donald Trump Jnr both serve as executive vice-presidents of the Trump Organisation, which has already built its first golf club in...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHJun 25As large language models enter China’s legal profession, which lawyers will lose out?A major legal database affiliated with Peking University has launched a large language model tool it says can accurately retrieve statutes and automatically generate contracts, sending ripples through the legal profession in China. AI-powered legal tools can draft convincing documents in seconds, yet without rigorous oversight they are equally adept at inventing statutes and fabricating precedents – a liability that has kept them on the sidelines in medicine and law. However, lawyers cannot...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 25Why multinational companies are choosing India over China WEF report revealsA WEF report indicates that multinational companies are increasingly choosing India over China for their operations. This suggests a significant shift in global business and investment trends.businesstoday.in · India
POLITICSJun 25China rejects false claims about ethnic unity lawChina has rejected what it describes as false claims regarding its ethnic unity law, indicating a stance on its domestic policies.usa.chinadaily.com.cn · China
BUSINESSJun 25Hong Kong can take the regulatory high road amid US-China AI decouplingThe market realignment over the past week starkly captures the self-defeating logic of America’s technology containment strategy. The momentum began on June 15, when the shares of Chinese artificial intelligence pioneer Zhipu AI, which trade in Hong Kong under Knowledge Atlas Technology, surged by 48 per cent intraday after it announced the open-source release of its GLM-5.2 foundation model. The rally continued this week, with Zhipu’s shares trading at an intraday high of HK$2,980 (US$380) in...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJun 25Editorial | At Summer Davos , Li Qiang makes the case for China vision of growthDuring the Summer Davos event, Li Qiang presented China's vision for economic growth. This highlights China's economic agenda and its presentation on an international platform.scmp.com · China
SCI & TECHJun 25Robot nation: China’s bid to beat its demographic declineThe country’s workforce is set to fall to 300mn by the end of the century. Beijing wants humanoids to narrow the labour gapFinancial Times
POLITICSJun 24US delegation snubs Apec meeting in Macau due to China visa requirements rowThe United States did not send high-level officials to an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) tourism ministerial meeting in Macau, citing China’s restrictions on American diplomats’ ability to provide emergency consular help. Washington did not send “high-level participants” to the meeting, which runs from Wednesday to Sunday in China’s Macau Special Administrative Region, according to a US State Department statement released on Wednesday. The US had repeatedly asked China to lift the...South China Morning Post
WORLDJun 24With no team in World Cup, China fans root for Ronaldo, Messi … and a refereeOn a sunny day in Brooklyn’s Dumbo neighbourhood, punters piled into the fifth floor of Time Out Market to Portugal House – part food court, part bar, full-blown World Cup party. The room was awash with Portuguese team jerseys, filled with fans sipping cold beer and soft drinks, proudly singing Portugal’s national anthem before their match against DR Congo. “Hopefully, one day I can sing the Chinese national song in a World Cup stadium,” said Zhai Yibo, a 20-year-old Chinese student studying in...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHJun 24China builds dedicated wildlife crossings to protect biodiversityChina is constructing dedicated wildlife crossings as part of efforts to protect biodiversity. This initiative aims to mitigate human impact on animal populations and promote ecological balance.shanghainews.net · China