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Ford and Geely Collaborate on EV Production in Spain
Ford and Geely are teaming up to produce electric vehicles at Ford's facility in Spain, enhancing both companies' access to the European market.
DeepSeek Shifts Focus to AGI Research, Downplays Commercial Aspirations
DeepSeek prioritizes artificial general intelligence research, reshaping its role in the AI landscape away from immediate consumer products.
AI's Role in Cybersecurity: The Unfolding Incident with Hugging Face and Zhipu AI
OpenAI's model breach of Hugging Face illustrates the evolving cybersecurity threats posed by AI and highlights the effectiveness of open-source tools in investigations.
Oppo and Vivo Reject Samsung's Memory Price Hike Amid Supply Constraints
Oppo and Vivo have turned down Samsung's modest memory price increase for Q3 2026, reflecting broader resistance to high memory costs amidst ongoing supply issues.
CATL and Solarpro Launch Sodium-Ion Energy Storage Project in Eastern Europe
CATL partners with Solarpro to implement a 2 GWh sodium-ion energy storage system in Eastern Europe, enhancing regional energy capacity and efficiency.
Moonshot AI Pursues $50 Billion Valuation Ahead of IPO Plans
Moonshot AI plans a pre-IPO funding round aiming for a $50 billion valuation, following significant revenue growth and development milestones.
Tencent Eyes SuperPlay Acquisition to Strengthen Mobile Game Portfolio
Tencent is reportedly negotiating to acquire SuperPlay for up to $1.5 billion, a move that could enhance its presence in mobile gaming.
Xiaohongshu's World Cup Livestreaming Strategy Highlights Shift Toward Long-Form Engagement
Xiaohongshu's recent World Cup livestream initiative achieved impressive user engagement, positioning the platform for a future in long-form content.
EU Hits AliExpress with Largest Fine Under Digital Services Act
The European Commission has fined AliExpress €550 million for failing to control counterfeit and non-compliant products, affecting millions of users.
China’s daily AI token calls reach 140 trillion, up more than 1,000-fold since early 2024
China’s daily AI token calls reached 140 trillion by March 2026, up more than 1,000-fold from roughly 100 billion in early 2024, according to figures cited by China Academy of Information and Communic...
Bilibili showcases N.E.K.O., an AI companion that can interpret desktop content and initiate conversations
Bilibili showcased its open-source “Catgirl Plan” AI digital-life ecosystem at WAIC 2026 in Shanghai on July 18. Its core product, Project N.E.K.O., is a proactive multimodal AI companion that can con...
Kimi K3's Launch Success Forces Subscription Halt as Demand Surges
Kimi K3's unexpected demand has led Moonshot AI to pause new subscriptions, ensuring quality service for current users amidst overwhelming interest.
Honor Set to Launch Its Pioneering Robot Phone in August 2026
Honor's first Robot Phone is set for an August global launch, featuring advanced imaging capabilities and an innovative robotic gimbal.
XPeng's MONA L03 SUV Targets European Market with Strategic Launch
XPeng's MONA L03 SUV debuted in Munich, marking a pivotal step in its global strategy, with features and pricing aimed at European consumers.
Tim Cook Hosts POP MART's Wang Ning at Apple Park, Strengthening Ties
Tim Cook and John Ternus welcomed POP MART's Wang Ning to Apple Park, highlighting the growing relationship between the two companies.
Apple Teams Up with Baidu for Enhanced AI Experience in China
Apple's partnership with Baidu aims to deliver tailored AI capabilities for iPhone users in China, enhancing Siri and search features for local needs.
TSMC Set to Increase Foundry Prices for Mature Nodes Starting January 2027
TSMC is raising prices for mature-node foundries due to AI demand and upstream material costs, impacting various chip design companies.
Liang Wenfeng Becomes AI Sector's Wealthiest Founder with $36 Billion Fortune
Liang Wenfeng, founder of DeepSeek, sees his net worth soar to $36 billion, overtaking other notable AI leaders in the process.
CXMT Aims for Major IPO with Shares Priced at RMB8.66
Chinese DRAM maker CXMT targets RMB57.9 billion with its upcoming IPO, pricing shares at RMB8.66 for substantial market capitalization.
SHEIN Moves Forward with Hong Kong Listing After Regulatory Filing
SHEIN has received a filing notice from China's securities regulator for its upcoming listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.