From Beijing’s concern about terrorists using AI to make weapons to the offshore yuan strengthening, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.
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China’s home prices extend decline, more policy support needed
China’s new home prices fell again in August, extending a prolonged slump in prices as persistently weak demand in the pivotal housing sector remains a drag on economic growth.
China Banks Amped Up $10 Trillion Bond Bet Just as Market Peaked
Just as China’s long bull run for bonds is fading, the nation’s banks have loaded up on government debt at the fastest pace since 2019.
China tells its tech companies they can’t buy AI chips from Nivida
After strongly discouraging tech companies from buying Nivdia’s AI chips in August, the country is now banning the practice outright.
Chinese start-up ventures into 3D imaging of biomolecules, aims for IPO in 2027
Shuimu BioSciences is the first Chinese company to develop its own cryo-electron microscopy machine, a vital tool in drug discovery.
Alibaba Just Landed a Game-Changing Win in China’s AI Chip Race
Alibaba (NYSE:BABA) just notched its sharpest rally since 2021, jumping 5.3% after China Unicom was revealed as a key buyer of the company’s homegrown AI chips. A CCTV broadcast this week confirmed …
Meituan’s food delivery brand Keeta expands into Kuwait
The platform features a diverse range of restaurants, including local brands such as Naif Chicken and Dipndip.
Mainland China court sells seized blockchain tokens on Hong Kong crypto platform
The move comes amid debate about whether mainland China should follow Hong Kong’s footsteps and embrace stablecoins.
Global Beauty Brands Have Struggled. Some Could Make a Comeback.
One analyst says Estée Lauder, one of the worst performers since 2020, could be poised to double its earnings per share.
China’s Baidu soars 16% to hit 2-year highs amid positive signs for its AI business
Chinese tech giant Baidu saw its shares jump 16% amid signs the company is ramping up its artificial intelligence plans and partnerships.
China bans Nvidia AI chips, including RTX Pro 6000D
O n September 17, 2025, China announced a ban on the purchase of Nvidia’s AI chips, including the RTX Pro 6000D. The Administration of Cyberspace of China (CAC) instructed major c …
Nvidia shares drop, China tech surges as Beijing tries to push homegrown AI chips
China’s top internet regulator has reportedly asked tech firms to stop using Nvidia’s chips, deeming that local alternatives are good enough to compete.
China to Smooth Gold Imports as Prices Soar and Yuan Rallies
China’s central bank is making plans to ease restrictions on gold imports, marking a small step toward liberalizing the world’s biggest market for bullion.
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