

China Launches Anti-Discrimination, Dumping Probes Into US Chips
China's Ministry of Commerce initiated an anti-discrimination investigation into U.S. trade policy regarding chips on Saturday. A separate investigation into dumping was also launched, the day before a new round of U.S.-China trade talks.
Sep 15, 20252 min read


UK, US to Sign Multibillion-Dollar Tech Deal During Trump Visit
The United Kingdom and the United States are preparing to sign a landmark multibillion-dollar technology agreement in the coming days, coinciding with President Donald Trump’s state visit to the UK. This deal aims to bolster collaboration between the two nations’ trillion-dollar tech sectors.
Sep 15, 20251 min read


AI and Robotics Drive China's International Services Trade Growth
Artificial intelligence and robotics are significantly propelling the growth of China's international services trade, driven by rapid...
Sep 12, 20252 min read


Alibaba to Raise USD 3.2 Billion for Cloud, International Growth
Chinese e-commerce leader Alibaba Group announced plans on Thursday to raise USD 3.2 billion through the sale of a zero-coupon convertible bond. The funds are designated for international expansion and strengthening its cloud computing division
Sep 12, 20252 min read


Apple Unveils iPhone Air, New Watch, AirPods; Holds Prices Amid Tariffs
Apple unveiled an upgraded line of new iPhones on Tuesday, including the slimmer iPhone Air, keeping prices steady despite U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs. The iPhone Air, featuring a high-density battery and a new processor, will start at USD 999.
Sep 10, 20253 min read


Unitree Robotics Eyes USD 7 Billion IPO Valuation
Chinese robotics firm Unitree Robotics is targeting a company valuation of up to USD 7 billion for its planned initial public offering, according to sources familiar with the plans. This potential IPO would mark one of the country's most significant onshore tech listings in years.
Sep 9, 20252 min read


Chinese Firms Eye Nvidia AI Chips Amid Government Scrutiny
Alibaba, ByteDance, and other Chinese technology firms want artificial intelligence (AI) chips from Nvidia, even though Beijing regulators are discouraging such purchases. They seek reassurance on orders for Nvidia’s H20 model.
Sep 5, 20252 min read


Salesforce Forecasts Weak Third-Quarter Revenue, Citing AI Monetisation Lag
Salesforce projected third-quarter revenue below Wall Street estimates on Wednesday, signalling lagging monetisation for its artificial intelligence agent platform. Clients are reducing spending due to macroeconomic uncertainty, impacting the cloud software provider's growth.
Sep 4, 20252 min read


Unitree Robotics Announces 2025 Mainland IPO Plans Amid Robot Dog Controversy
Unitree Robotics, a leading Chinese humanoid robot maker, announced plans to submit initial public offering documents to an onshore stock...
Sep 3, 20252 min read


US Chip Restrictions Impact SK Hynix, Samsung Shares
Share prices for SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics fell on Monday. This followed Washington's revocation of authorisations for the companies. These authorisations previously allowed them to acquire U.S. semiconductor manufacturing equipment for their Chinese chip plants.
Sep 2, 20252 min read


US Revokes Chip Equipment Authorisations for Samsung, SK Hynix in China
The United States is making it more difficult for chipmakers Samsung and SK Hynix to produce chips in China. The US Commerce Department...
Sep 1, 20252 min read


Dell Increases Financial Forecasts on AI Server Demand
Dell Technologies has increased its annual revenue and profit forecasts, driven by strong demand for its artificial intelligence...
Aug 29, 20252 min read


BYD Begins EV Exports from Thailand to European Markets
BYD announced Monday its first electric vehicle exports from Thailand to Europe. A shipment of more than 900 Dolphin hatchbacks departed for destinations including the United Kingdom, Germany, and Belgium.
Aug 28, 20251 min read


ByteDance Eyes Over USD 330 Billion Valuation as Revenue Surpasses Meta
ByteDance, owner of the short-video app TikTok, plans a new employee share buyback programme that would value the Chinese technology giant at more than USD 330 billion, driven by continued revenue growth. This higher valuation buyback comes as the company consolidates its position as the world's largest social media firm by revenue, a status it initially achieved in the first quarter.
Aug 28, 20252 min read


Trump's Push for Government Equity Stakes Sparks Business Community Concerns
President Donald Trump stated on Monday his desire for more government investments in healthy US companies, a sentiment that has raised concerns within the business community. This follows the White House's announcement on Friday of a near-10% equity stake in chipmaker Intel, converting government grants into a shareholding.
Aug 27, 20254 min read


Intel Cautions on US Government's 9.9% Equity Stake
Intel warned on Monday that the US government's 9.9% equity stake could pose risks to its business. The chipmaker stated in a securities...
Aug 26, 20252 min read


US Tech Stocks Show Vulnerability Amid AI Trade Scrutiny
United States technology shares are exhibiting signs of vulnerability following a substantial rally. Some investors are citing overdone...
Aug 22, 20254 min read


US Government Explores Equity in Chip Firms Amid CHIPS Act Funding
U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is exploring federal government equity stakes in computer chip manufacturers receiving CHIPS Act funding. This initiative expands on a plan to secure an equity stake in Intel in exchange for cash grants.
Aug 20, 20252 min read


Alibaba, Baidu Drive China’s AI Cloud Surge as Market Hits US$2.7 billion
Alibaba Group Holding and Baidu led China’s booming public cloud market for artificial intelligence in 2024, as the sector surged 55% to reach US$2.7 billion, according to consultancy IDC.
Aug 19, 20252 min read


China Orders Data Centres to Use More Domestic AI Chips Amid US Export Curbs
China is mandating its data centres to use more domestically produced artificial intelligence chips, intensifying efforts to reduce reliance on foreign technology as the United States tightens semiconductor export controls.
Aug 18, 20252 min read


Lenovo Sees US-China Tariff Pause as Boost Amid Strong AI Growth
Chinese PC maker Lenovo said the 90-day extension of the US-China tariff pause is a positive development, as the company reported strong growth in artificial intelligence infrastructure despite ongoing tech tensions.
Aug 15, 20252 min read


Google to Invest USD 9 Billion in AI and Cloud Expansion in Oklahoma
Google will invest an additional USD 9 billion in Oklahoma over the next two years to expand its artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure, the company announced Wednesday.
Aug 14, 20252 min read


Paytm Unit Secures RBI Nod to Operate as Online Payment Aggregator
Paytm's Payment Services unit has received in-principle approval from the Reserve Bank of India to function as an online payment aggregator, the company announced Tuesday.
Aug 13, 20251 min read


Perplexity AI Makes USD 34.5 Billion Bid for Google’s Chrome Browser
AI startup Perplexity AI has made an unsolicited USD 34.5 billion all-cash offer to acquire Google’s Chrome browser, aiming to gain a foothold in the competitive AI search market.
Aug 13, 20252 min read

