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Chinese AI Models Set to Challenge International Rivals with Competitive Pricing
China’s AI market is shifting focus from pure performance to cost-efficiency, offering significant potential for enterprise applications.
Ctrip Fined $760 Million for Market Abuse Violations in China
Ctrip Group faces a $760 million penalty for monopolistic practices, acknowledging its violations and pledging compliance with regulatory measures.
BYD Set to Launch Humanoid Robot Aimed at Transforming Customer Experience
BYD plans to unveil its first humanoid robot in early August, targeting enhanced customer interaction in dealerships and the service industry.
ByteDance's PICO Appoints New Leader Amid Upcoming Mixed-Reality Device Launch
PICO's leadership has shifted with Li Xiaokai at the helm, as the company gears up for the launch of its new mixed-reality device, Project Swan.
iQIYI Debuts China's First Licensed AIGC Film, Expanding Creative Frontiers
iQIYI has launched "Qitan: Paper Blade Across the Wasteland," China's first licensed AIGC film, exploring AI's potential in storytelling.
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.