India’s Satellite Constellation Plan Gains Interest from 30 Companies
India’s initiative to establish home-grown Earth observation (EO) satellite constellations has drawn interest from 30 companies, marking a significant step in reducing dependence on foreign data for critical applications like…
Japan’s Prime Minister Hesitant on Bitcoin National Reserve
Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has expressed reservations about integrating Bitcoin into the nation’s strategic reserves, highlighting a lack of comprehensive information on how other countries, particularly the United States,…
China’s Dahua Technology Ends Xinjiang Projects
China’s Zhejiang Dahua Technology, a leading video surveillance equipment manufacturer, announced its decision to exit five government projects in the Xinjiang region. According to a filing on Monday with the…
China’s CATL Launches EV Chassis With Safety as the Key Feature
China’s CATL, the world’s largest electric vehicle battery manufacturer, has unveiled an EV chassis designed to prioritize safety. The platform, called “Panshi” (or “Bedrock”), can reportedly endure a frontal impact…
South Korea Imposes Sanctions on 15 North Koreans Linked to Crypto Thefts and Cyber Crimes
Global governments are intensifying their efforts to combat cyber crimes, with North Korean hackers being implicated in a significant portion of cryptocurrency thefts in 2024. These hackers, including members of…
Chinese EV Maker Nio Debuts Firefly Cars to Challenge Mini and Smart
Nio, the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has unveiled its Firefly-branded small car, designed to compete with BMW’s Mini and Mercedes-Benz’s Smart. The announcement, made by CEO William Li at…
Singapore and Hong Kong Emerge as Leaders in Blockchain Innovation
Singapore has been declared the global leader in blockchain technology according to a comprehensive study conducted by ApeX Protocol, a multichain liquidity platform. This analysis, which evaluated the world’s foremost…
Growth in China’s Foldable Smartphone Market Slows This Year
China’s foldable smartphone market is losing momentum in shipment growth, according to Counterpoint Research. While the country is projected to account for over half of global foldable handset shipments in…
Russia Explores Using Bitcoin for International Trade, Finance Minister Reveals
In a recent interview with the state-owned news channel Russia-24 on December 25, Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov provided insights into Russia’s active experimentation with digital financial assets (DFAs) for…
White House Investigates Alleged Unfair Practices in China’s Semiconductor Industry
The White House has directed the Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) to investigate China’s semiconductor industry for potential anti-competitive practices. This move stems from allegations that China’s policies…
Hong Kong AI Model Beats Doctors in Diagnosing Eye Diseases
Researchers at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) have developed VisionFM, an artificial intelligence (AI) model that excels in diagnosing and predicting various eye conditions. This AI-driven advancement demonstrated…
Turkey Implements Stricter Crypto Anti-Money Laundering Regulations
Turkey introduced new cryptocurrency regulations during the final week of 2024, taking cues from positive regulatory advancements across major global markets, including Europe. The move reflects a growing trend towards…
Former Huawei Recruit Announces Breakthrough in Humanoid Robot Production
Shanghai-based Agibot, founded by Peng Zhihui in February 2023, has reached a critical milestone by commencing mass production of humanoid robots. Peng, a former Huawei Technologies recruit under its “Genius…
Over 30% of South Koreans Now Hold Cryptocurrency
The landscape of cryptocurrency in South Korea has seen a substantial uptick following the U.S. presidential election victory of Donald Trump. A December 25 report by Yonhap News highlighted that…
YouTube Begins Efforts to Remove Misleading Videos in India
YouTube is set to crack down on videos with misleading titles and thumbnails, beginning its efforts in India. The platform, known for its vast library of user-generated content, aims to…
Six Bitcoin Funds to Debut in Israel After Regulatory Approval
In a significant development for Israel’s financial sector, six Bitcoin-tracking funds are set to launch next week, following recent approval from the Israel Securities Authority. This introduction marks a pivotal…
Chinese Expertise Powers Europe’s EV Battery Future as Northvolt Stumbles
Europe’s ambition to establish a robust electric vehicle (EV) battery industry remains alive, though increasingly tied to Chinese partnerships. Following the financial downfall of Swedish startup Northvolt, European battery initiatives…
Chinese Chipmaker Faces Blacklist as US Tightens Trade Restrictions
The U.S. government is preparing to blacklist Sophgo, a Chinese semiconductor company accused of indirectly supplying Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC)-made chips to Huawei, a source familiar with the matter…
Japan Expected to Rule Against Google in Antitrust Investigation
Japan’s Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) is preparing to conclude that Google has violated the country’s antitrust law in its search services, according to a report by Nikkei Asia. The JFTC…
Malaysia Designates Atomic Wallet as Unauthorized Financial Operator
Malaysia’s Securities Commission has recently placed Atomic Wallet, a prominent Web3 wallet service, on its list of financial entities banned from operating within the nation. This action stems from allegations…