China’s EV price war turns into AI arms race beyond cheaper cars
China’s electric vehicle industry is moving beyond a prolonged price war into a new competition centered on artificial intelligence, as automakers increasingly use in-car AI features to attract buyers in…
Boycott of major AI conference exposes a growing US–China divide
A boycott and broader participation shift at a major AI research conference has highlighted an increasing divide between US- and China-linked research communities in artificial intelligence. According to reporting in…
AI Biochip Enables Rapid Disease Detection in Minutes
Scientists at Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) have developed a cutting-edge AI-powered biochip capable of detecting tiny genetic markers linked to diseases in just 20 minutes. The device identifies microRNAs—small…
Hong Kong Builds “Sovereign AI” System Optimised for Chinese Chips and DeepSeek Technology
A government-backed AI research centre in Hong Kong is developing a new large language model designed to run entirely on Chinese-made chips, as part of a broader push to expand…
Behind China’s AI Boom Are Computer Rooms Full of Rural Workers
China’s rapid AI expansion is powered not just by advanced chips and elite engineers, but by a vast network of rural “data-labeling” workers who train AI systems by sorting and…
Chinese Tech Giants Rush for Huawei AI Chips After DeepSeek V4 Boosts Demand
Major Chinese technology companies are reportedly scrambling to secure Huawei’s Ascend 950 AI chips following the release of DeepSeek’s V4 model, which has been optimised for domestic hardware and triggered…
China’s Robot Boom Faces Reality Check as Commercialisation Lags
China’s fast-growing robotics sector is attracting major attention, but a closer look suggests the industry is still struggling to turn hype into sustained revenue, with many companies relying heavily on…
Singapore Uses AI to Strengthen Fight Against Financial Scams
Singapore is stepping up efforts to combat financial scams by deploying artificial intelligence and machine learning across its banking sector. The Monetary Authority of Singapore is working with major banks,…
CSL Urges Responsible AI Adoption to Support Samoa’s Digital Growth
Computer Services Limited (CSL), a long-standing ICT company in Samoa, is calling for responsible adoption of artificial intelligence as the country continues its digital transformation. The company says AI has…
China Developing AI “Wolf Pack” Drones for Future Warfare, Report Warns
China is developing AI-enabled robotic “wolf pack” systems designed to operate in coordinated groups alongside troops, potentially for use in high-risk conflicts such as a possible invasion of Taiwan, according…
