
Fears of renewed US-China trade tensions send Asian stocks south | CNN Business
Major stock markets across Asia Pacific region sank Monday amid mounting fears of a renewed trade war between the world’s two largest economies, after US President Donald Trump threatened to impose new triple-digit tariffs on Chinese imports.
https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/12/markets/us-china-tariff-global-markets-intl-hnk
Dutch government intervenes at Chinese-owned chipmaker Nexperia
AMSTERDAM (Reuters) -The Dutch government said on Sunday it is intervening at Dutch chipmaker Nexperia, which manufactures computer chips for the car and consumer electronics industries, due to worries about the possible transfer of crucial technology to its Chinese parent company, Wingtech. The Mi..
https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/dutch-government-intervenes-chinese-owned-211044483.html
DEEP Robotics unveils all-weather humanoid robot DR02 for industrial use
DEEP Robotics has launched the DR02, an industrial-grade humanoid robot with IP66 protection, modular design, and advanced computing power, built to operate in all-weather conditions for tasks such as security and factory operations.
https://roboticsandautomationnews.com/2025/10/10/deep-robotics-launches-all-weather-humanoid-robot-dr02/95394/#Huawei #ChipSanctions https://www.perplexity.ai/...

China Blacklists Researcher That Exposed Huawei Chip Secrets
TechInsights will be barred from doing business with organizations or individuals in China, alongside a raft of other companies including some drone providers, according to a Ministry of Commerce statement on Thursday. Two years ago, a Bloomberg investigation in partnership with TechInsights found ..
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/china-blacklists-researchers-exposed-huawei-085820973.html
China launches antitrust probe into US chip giant Qualcomm | South China Morning Post
The investigation is related to Qualcomm’s acquisition of the Israeli vehicle semiconductor company Autotalks.
https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3328542/china-launches-antitrust-probe-us-chip-giant-qualcomm
China hits back at US ships with additional port fees | The Star
BEIJING: Vessels owned or operated by U.S. firms and individuals - or those built in the United States or that fly the U.S. flag - will be charged additional port fees per voyage starting on October 14, China's transport ministry said.
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/10/china-hits-back-at-us-ships-with-additional-port-fees
China Steps Up Customs Crackdown on Nvidia AI Chips | Times Square Chronicles
China has significantly escalated enforcement of its semiconductor import restrictions, particularly targeting Nvidia AI processors, in a move intended to wean domestic tech firms off U.S. chip dependency. What’s happening Over recent weeks, Chinese customs teams have been deployed at major ports to..
https://t2conline.com/china-steps-up-customs-crackdown-on-nvidia-ai-chips/
Biodegradable plastic made from bamboo is strong and easy to recycle | New Scientist
Bamboo is a highly renewable resource, and its cellulose fibres can be turned into a hard, mouldable plastic for use in cars and appliances
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2499052-biodegradable-plastic-made-from-bamboo-is-strong-and-easy-to-recycle/
OpenAI has disrupted (more) Chinese accounts using ChatGPT to create social media surveillance tools
OpenAI has published a report on various threat actors from China and elsewhere over the past quarter.
https://www.engadget.com/ai/openai-has-disrupted-more-chinese-accounts-using-chatgpt-to-create-social-media-surveillance-tools-142538093.html
FOMO Builds as Alibaba Extends $250 Billion AI-Fueled Comeback
With lingering caution over the Chinese economy and cutthroat market competition, short bets on Alibaba spiked last month. “We expect this underweight position to change,” said Jian Shi Cortesi, a fund manager at Gam Investment Management who still sees “significant upside” in Alibaba.
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/fomo-builds-alibaba-extends-250-023620517.html
China adopts car-style production model for rockets and satellites
China is revolutionizing its space sector by adopting car industry-inspired manufacturing systems to expedite rocket and satellite production.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/science/china-adopts-car-style-production-model-to-boost-rocket-satellite-manufacturing/story
Starbucks shortlists five candidates for China stake sale
An agreement is expected to be finalised by the end of October 2025.
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/starbucks-shortlists-five-candidates-china-091826430.html
China Plans to Build Space ‘Superhighway’ with 30 Satellites and Lunar Stations - Orbital Today
Chinese scientists have unveiled plans to create a "superhighway" in space, consisting of 30 satellites and three lunar ground stations.
https://orbitaltoday.com/2024/07/23/china-plans-to-build-space-superhighway-with-30-satellites-and-lunar-stations/
Nexth Zone - China Imposes Retaliatory Tariffs on Canadian Products Amid Escalating Trade War
<p>In a significant escalation of global trade tensions, China has announced plans to impose retaliatory tariffs on certain Canadian agricultural and food products. This move is a direct response to Canada's recent tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, steel, and aluminum imports. </p&..
https://nexth.zone/blog/china-imposes-retaliatory-tariffs-on-canadian-products-amid-escalating-trade-war/111
Nexth Zone - China Advances Interplanetary Ambitions: A Robotic Mars Base by 2038 and Beyond
<p>China has unveiled an ambitious update to its interplanetary exploration strategy, focusing on establishing a robotic research base on Mars by 2038 as part of a broader roadmap to explore the Solar System through 2050. This initiative, managed by the China National Space Administration (CNS..
https://nexth.zone/blog/china-advances-interplanetary-ambitions-a-robotic-mars-base-by-2038-and-beyond/115
Nexth Zone - Chinese Cities Integrate DeepSeek AI into Government Services
<p>Cities across China are increasingly integrating DeepSeek, an emerging AI platform, into their government services to enhance efficiency and streamline public administration. This trend is part of a broader initiative to leverage artificial intelligence in governance, reflecting a significa..
https://nexth.zone/blog/chinese-cities-integrate-deepseek-ai-into-government-services/99As China faces economic challenges and ongoing trade tensions with the U.S., this gathering highlights the importance of technology-driven growth for national stability. The government's shift towards supporting private enterprises could pave the way for a vibrant tech ecosystem and renewed investor confidence.
Exciting times ahead for the global tech landscape! 🌍💼 #ChinaTech #innovation #Leadership #EconomicStrategy https://nexth.zone/blog/ch...

Nexth Zone - China’s Tech Sector: A New Era Amidst US Trade Tensions
<p>On February 17, 2025, President Xi Jinping convened a landmark meeting with some of the most influential figures in China's technology sector, including Alibaba's Jack Ma, Tencent's Pony Ma, Huawei's Ren Zhengfei, BYD's Wang Chuanfu, and Xiaomi's Lei Jun. This ..
https://nexth.zone/blog/chinas-tech-sector-a-new-era-amidst-us-trade-tensions/94
Nexth Zone - U.S.-China AI Research Collaborations Thrive Amid Geopolitical Tensions
<p>Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, collaborations in artificial intelligence (AI) research between the United States and China remain robust and productive. Recent studies indicate that these partnerships not only persist but are also yielding significant advancements in the field, high..
https://nexth.zone/blog/us-china-ai-research-collaborations-thrive-amid-geopolitical-tensions/92Xi Jinping opens Peru's $1.3B Chancay Megaport—a key step in China's Belt & Road Initiative.
$4.5B annual revenue
8,000+ jobs created
20% trade cost reduction
Transforming Peru into a hub for South America-Asia connectivity. Opportunities & challenges ahead!
#ChancayMegaport #GlobalTrade #NexthPress https://nexth.city/gftzslo...

Xi Jinping Inaugurates Chancay Megaport: A New Era for Peru's Trade and Economy | Nexth City
Chinese President Xi Jinping inaugurated the Chancay megaport in Peru on November 14, 2024, marking it as South America's first Chinese-funded port. T...
https://nexth.city/gftzsloc-en/xi-jinping-inaugurates-chancay-megaport--a-new-era-for-peru-s-trade-and-economy