They should enjoy it while they can, because China’s time at the top will be short. How short? 30 years or so, according to the analytics. See, the empiring business ain’t what it used to…
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Top Beijing body set to make patriotism mandatory for Hong Kong legislators
China’s top legislative body is set to make “patriotism” a legal requirement for Hong Kong lawmakers, the Post has learned, in a move that could pave the way to disqualify filibustering opposition … ( read…
Biden will need to focus on China, says ex-Nato chief
The former secretary general of Nato, Jaap de Hoop Scheffer, says that despite having a heavy domestic agenda, US president-elect Joe Biden will also have to focus on China. “The focus will be on ……
US: WHO not sharing enough info about China virus probe
A senior U.S. government official complained Tuesday that the World Health Organization has not shared enough information about its planned mission to China to investigate the animal origins of the … ( read original story…
Don’t Sleep on China’s New Blockchain Internet
U.S. national security policymakers are working aggressively to push back China’s global market advance in 5G and artificial intelligence technology. Meanwhile, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is … ( read original story …)
Crypto Gaming Pioneer Cloudbet Officially Launches in Argentina
PRESS RELEASE. Cloudbet, the pioneering crypto casino and sportsbook, has officially launched an Argentina-focused service in response to the country’s … ( read original story …)
Coronavirus China: Father sells his newborn son for £18K after losing his job due to pandemic
The Chinese man, who already had two sons, is said to have faced ‘immense’ financial pressure because of the job loss. He allegedly sold his 40-day-old baby to a women he had met online. (…
Offering discounts galore, Alibaba launches China’s first post-Covid Singles’ Day
SHANGHAI (Reuters) – Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd kicked off its annual Singles’ Day mega-shopping event on Wednesday, looking to cash in on consumers itching for discounts as … ( read original story…
China-US tension: Beijing worries that Esper’s exit raises risk of military action and accidents
The firing of US Defence Secretary Mark Esper has triggered worries in Beijing about the increasing risk of accidental conflict as well as the possibility of more hardline action by the Pentagon … ( read…
China Times annual blockchain industry conference explores the future of finance
China Times 2020 Blockchain Summit was successfully held at the Beijing Kerry Hotel. The conference was hosted by The China Times, Shuipi Zatan, a financial commentator column and China Times … ( read original story…
Brazil Suspends Trials of China’s Sinovac Coronavirus Vaccine
Brazil’s health regulator Anvisa said Monday it has suspended clinical trials of China’s Sinovac coronavirus vaccine, long expected to be one of the first to be approved in the country, following a … ( read…
China’s Regulators Prepare to Roll Out New Antimonopoly Rules
China has released new draft antimonopoly rules for its online platforms, signaling an increased appetite by Beijing authorities to rein in dominant technology companies. ( read original story …)
Delay to Ant IPO shows Beijing’s desire to get the rules right
In the longer term, the delay may even benefit investors. If the IPO had gone ahead, the company’s subsequent valuation might have fallen. Draft regulations recently released require fintech platforms … ( read original story…
