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The S&P500 and the Nasdaq Composite declined as investors questioned America's AI dominance after DeepSeek launched its free AI chatbot.

DeepSeek's R1 AI model claims to match OpenAI's o1 model by multiple benchmarks for a fraction of the development costs.

RedNote app developers are scrambling to moderate the English language in the Mandarin-dominated interface amid a massive influx of US users. Meanwhile, reports emerged that Elon Musk could buy TikTok US to avert a nationwide ban on the app.

North Korea flaunts fake IKEA store, defying sanctions. Likely selling counterfeit goods, the store serves as propaganda while exploiting Western brands.

Wall Street giants like Goldman Sachs and UBS think AI investments will continue to grow in the coming years as the AI revolution transitions to Phase 3 of companies monetising the technology to boost revenue streams.

China aims for 6G dominance, surpassing Starlink in laser communication. Despite strong implementation, innovation challenges remain.

Tesla's Cybertruck is closer to launching in China. After filing energy consumption information, it appeared in the MIIT database.

Tokyo University sparked controversy by allegedly embedding a Tiananmen Square-related code on its admissions website, potentially blocking Chinese applicants.

A nanny accused of violently abusing a two-day-old baby in California fled to China after being caught on camera, sparking outrage and calls for justice.

China, known for its strict censorship, surprisingly allows access to OnlyFans, raising questions about the country's changing internet policies.

Several popular works from China have become available to British readers through the British Library's extensive catalogue

Chinese sanitary pad manufacturers face backlash for misleading lengths, raising safety concerns and highlighting ongoing issues of period poverty.

This small city in China has become a global powerhouse for casino gaming, surpassing even Las Vegas in revenue and popularity.

Walmart highlighted during its recent Q3 earnings call that it could raise prices on several of its products if Trump's plan to raise tariffs by 10% on all US imports is implemented during his second term.

The Australian legislation could set a global precedent as other countries consider measures to regulate children's social media use.

Air fryers, once a kitchen darling, are now under scrutiny. Recent reports suggest these popular appliances may listen to users and send data to China.

China has enforced a policy requiring teachers and public sector employees to surrender their passports as part of President Xi Jinping's broader effort to control international travel and limit foreign influence on civil society.

A Londoner's phone was snatched by an e-bike thief and resurfaced in a Chinese port weeks later. The victim questions the ease of international phone theft.

WeRide has received approval to carry passengers in California, marking a significant step in the robotaxi startup's global autonomous vehicle expansion.

From factory worker to tech leader, Zhou Qunfei overcame challenges to build Lens Technology, a supplier for Apple and Samsung.

China uses highway lasers to fight driver drowsiness. While some hail it as innovative, others worry it's distracting or dangerous.

India is a bright spot amid global economic uncertainties with strong macroeconomic fundamentals, high saving rates and political stability.

AI chatbots offer personalised companionship in China and users value constant support and the ability to tailor interactions to their needs.

A Chinese company creates hyper-realistic humanoids that mimic emotions for healthcare and education, raising questions about ethics and job displacement.

A Chinese car factory facing weak sales offered workers a choice: Resign or take minimum wage until business improves. This affects 1,000 employees.

Massive botnet infecting millions of computers taken down in international operation. US arrests mastermind behind $5.9B COVID fraud scheme.

A Chinese student studying in the US claims to have maxed out credit cards to resist American imperialism.

Chinese millennials have created new status symbols and are investing in a new kind of luxury.

While some people are saving thousands, finance experts say that the TikTok trend has left some challengers in an account overdraft.

Billionaire Ray Dalio's fund boosts tech holdings to 17% of the total portfolio in Q1 by investing heavily in Nvidia, Alphabet, Apple, Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon.