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SCI & TECHAug 3Who watching the machines ? - China . org . cnThis article from China.org.cn explores the question of oversight and control regarding machines, likely in the context of advanced technology or automation.china.org.cn · China
SCI & TECHAug 3How drones are reshaping China low - altitude economy , from rice paddies to urban landscapesDrones are transforming China's low-altitude economy, impacting various sectors from agriculture to urban environments through technological integration.china.org.cn · China
SCI & TECHAug 3Who watching the machines ?-- Beijing ReviewThis article from Beijing Review raises questions about oversight and control of machines, likely referring to artificial intelligence or automation.bjreview.com.cn · China
SCI & TECHAug 3China’s tech giants race to put AI on delivery riders’ headsChinese e-commerce giant JD.com has launched an smart helmet for food couriers with features enabled by artificial intelligence technology, following similar roll-outs by rivals Alibaba Group Holding and Meituan as they seek to improve rider safety and boost delivery efficiency. The helmet integrates an AI-driven voice assistant with a camera that can “see” the surrounding environment, JD.com’s food delivery unit announced on Monday. The company said the device was designed to minimise...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 3China is working towards 100% renewable power at its Antarctic bases by 2035Scientists in Antarctica have to deal with extreme cold, wind and months of total darkness while they carry out their research. Inland, the temperature can plummet below minus 80 degrees Celsius (minus 112 degrees Fahrenheit) during winter, while wind speeds of over 100km/h (62mph) – and even over 200km/h – can be experienced for days at a time. While diesel has long been the main energy source for power and heating at research stations in the icy continent, they are now shifting towards...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 3Alibaba jumps 7% after introducing Qwen3.8-Max in China's intensifying AI raceSeeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHAug 3What is ‘bamboo-copter’, its links to China and Japan; how it inspired modern helicoptersThe bamboo-copter is one of the most famous gadgets from the pocket of Doraemon, an iconic robot cat from a Japanese cartoon series who employs futuristic devices to assist a clumsy boy, notably enabling the protagonists to fly. In fact, this gadget is inspired by a Chinese invention that dates back over a thousand years. The bamboo-copter was one of the earliest gadgets presented to the boy Nobita Nobi by the robotic cat character from the 22nd century. It made its first appearance in the manga...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 2SA Asks: How big of a threat is China's CXMT to memory chipmakers?The article analyzes the potential threat posed by China's CXMT to existing memory chipmakers, exploring its competitive impact on the industry.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHAug 2Exclusive : African space initiative eyes participation in China Change - 8 lunar mission , embraces openness and inclusiveness : African program managerAn African space initiative is exploring participation in China's Change-8 lunar mission, signaling a potential international collaboration in space exploration. This development indicates growing interest and cooperation in scientific and technological advancements.globaltimes.cn · China
SCI & TECHAug 2Taiwan key to US - led AI efforts : think tankA think tank suggests that Taiwan is crucial to US-led efforts in artificial intelligence. This highlights Taiwan's significant role in global technological development and geopolitical strategy.taipeitimes.com · Taiwan
SCI & TECHAug 2Multinationals plug into China AI - powered futureMultinational corporations are engaging with China's AI-powered future. This indicates significant global investment and integration into advanced technological developments within China.asiabulletin.com · China
SCI & TECHAug 2AI Job Losses in China : Drivers , White - Collar Workers Hitnewkerala.com · India
SCI & TECHAug 2Japanese beetle under close watch as it travels across France: 'Its establishment is inevitable'Since June, the invasive pest has been detected multiple times in France, a year after its first appearances in Alsace. Authorities are relying on reinforced trapping and surveillance systems to monitor its spread.Le Monde [en]
SCI & TECHAug 2Patrolling robot damaged after falling down staircase at Hong Kong airportHong Kong authorities are investigating an accident in which a patrolling robot fell down a staircase at the arrival hall of the Hong Kong International Airport and broke into pieces. The Airport Authority Hong Kong told the South China Morning Post on Sunday that the robot had tumbled down a staircase in Terminal One during a test run on Saturday, resulting in partial damage to the robot. It said no injuries were reported in the incident. Viral pictures circulating online showed a...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 1As China’s catch-up era ends, what’s standing in the way of tech innovation?As China’s era of catch-up growth fades, experts warn that profound issues in research culture and institutional incentives may hamstring the country’s ambition to become a leader in scientific innovation. In a dialogue held at the Shanghai Academy of Natural Sciences (SANS) last month, leading scholars discussed the hurdles China faces with Kevin Kelly, the founding executive editor of Wired magazine. Lu Bai, a neurobiologist and the president of SANS, noted that China had been able to use...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 1China hopes to banish blackouts as quantum tech puts power grid in superpositionChina plans to expand the application of quantum technologies – including precision sensors and computer simulations – across its power grid to help prevent blackouts. The push follows a successful trial at a substation in Hefei, Anhui province. During the 18-month trial, quantum technology was used to rapidly detect and diagnose equipment defects and faults in the power system, according to a report published on Wednesday by the state-run People’s Daily. Quantum technology harnesses the physics...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHJul 31China , U . S . in artificial intelligence race shaping the economy & securityChina and the U.S. are engaged in a competitive race for artificial intelligence dominance. This competition is depicted as significantly influencing both the global economy and security landscapes.fox11online.com · United States
SCI & TECHJul 31Will US red tape and other infrastructure delays give China the lead in AI race?China could win the artificial intelligence race if delays in establishing the United States’ AI infrastructure are not addressed, a congressional hearing heard on Thursday, just days before the deadline for the release of new industry guard rails. “We are in a strategic competition with China to lead the world on AI, and winning that race requires massive capital investment to build the networks that will power tomorrow’s AI applications,” said US Senator Ted Cruz, chairman of the Senate...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHJul 31Chinese surgical robots break into Vietnam market as Beijing takes aim at US dominanceChina has won approval for domestically developed surgical robots to be used in Vietnamese hospitals, marking a major step forward as the country’s high-end medical equipment makers push to challenge Western dominance overseas. The Chinese-made surgical robots had been registered and installed at several leading medical facilities in the Southeast Asian nation, according to China’s National Healthcare Security Administration (NHSA). The two countries would also deepen cooperation in robotic...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHJul 30China satellite fleet grows sixfold , narrowing U . S . leadChina's satellite fleet has significantly increased in size, reducing the lead held by the U.S. in space capabilities, indicating a shift in global technological and strategic balance.upi.com · United States
SCI & TECHJul 30AI: Europe commits €5 billion to fund seven megafactories and catch up with the US and ChinaThe European Commission has launched a call for tenders to fund these massive facilities designed for training artificial intelligence models. The challenges are numerous: budget uncertainty, compliance with environmental standards, dependence on American technology...Le Monde [en]
SCI & TECHJul 30China’s open-weight model lead exposes America’s AI blind spotThe future of AI may be dictated not by who builds the smartest model, but who builds the models everyone runs on. Right now, that's China.CNBC
SCI & TECHJul 30How the EU AI Act is reshaping company rules from Washington to TokyoNearly half the companies citing the EU's AI Act in their governance disclosures have no legal obligation to follow it, as new research shows the rules are shaping practices well beyond the bloc's borders.EuroNews [en]
SCI & TECHJul 30China’s smart-vacuum giants swept up in US robot ban, hitting top options for AmericansThe fallout from Washington’s fresh import ban on foreign robots appears poised to disrupt the American living room, threatening to lock out market-dominating Chinese smart vacuums. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) added foreign-produced “advanced robotic devices” to its so-called Covered List on Tuesday, blocking new models from obtaining the equipment authorisation required for US import and sale. While initial reports largely focused on humanoids and quadrupeds – with the FCC...South China Morning Post