China’s retail and catering sectors enjoyed a bumper Lunar New Year holiday week, with revenues rising almost one-third from 2020 levels thanks to strong orders from staycationing consumers, the … ( read original story …)
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The China-US trade war could benefit cryptocurrencies: Vitalik Buterin
Ethereum CEO Vitalik Buterin believes that the ongoing China-US competitiveness could help cryptocurrency thrive. The Ethereum co-founder gave his opinion on the China-US war in a … ( read original story …)
China blocked Jack Ma’s Ant IPO after investigation revealed likely beneficiaries: Report
One of the reasons why China late last year decided to pull the plug on Ant Group’s $37-billion initial public offering (IPO), was “growing unease in … ( read original story …)
Lululemon bets on China after revenue from mainland more than doubles during coronavirus pandemic
China will be among the main growth focus areas for yoga and fitness apparel maker Lululemon Athletica, with the market outpacing others in terms of sales. ( read original story …)
Beijing Olympics should be relocated due to China’s ‘genocide’ of Uighurs: O’Toole
Conservative Leader Erin O’Toole is calling on the government to push for a new host for the Beijing Olympics next year amid China’s “genocide” against minority Uighurs. ( read original story …)
China E-Commerce Platform Dmall Said to Plan U.S. IPO This Year
Beijing DMall E-commerce Co., an online retail service provider backed by Chinese supermarket Wumart Group, is planning an initial public offering in the U.S., according to people familiar with the … ( read original story…
Another US Navy destroyer challenged China in the South China Sea by sailing past contested islands without asking permission
The latest freedom-of-navigation operation is the second time in two weeks the Navy has sent a warship to challenge China in the strategic waterway. ( read original story …)
China expands rule requiring government permit for bloggers
The Cyberspace Administration of China will require bloggers and influencers to have a government-approved credential before they can publish on a wide range of subjects. ( read original story …)
5 things to know for February 17: Winter weather, Biden, Covid-19, Trump, China
If you’re among the fortunate folks who have survived Covid-19, you might have your Neanderthal ancestors to thank. ( read original story …)
Beijing May Have Scuppered Taiwan’s Vaccine Roll-Out, Hints Health Minister
Chen Shih-chung said Taipei was on the verge of signing a deal with German vaccine developer BioNTech when the company pulled the plug at the last minute in December. ( read original story …)
Taiwan accuses China of blocking efforts to buy Covid vaccines
Taiwan has accused China of obstructing its efforts to buy coronavirus vaccines from BioNTech, in the latest example of a political dispute that threatens the fight against the pa … ( read original story …)
Cambodia adopts China-style internet gateway amid opposition crackdown
Cambodia’s government has issued a decree establishing a China-style internet gateway that will allow online traffic to be controlled and monitored, prompting local concern that democratic freedoms … ( read original story …)
Urban Tea Appoints New COO and Independent Director to Drive Expansion in Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Mining Business
Urban Tea Inc. (the “Company,” “we” or “Urban Tea”) (NASDAQ: MYT), a premier retailer of specialty teas and baked goods based in Hunan, China, announced today the appointment of Ms. Fengdan Zhou as … (…
