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Watch: China's Xi Jinping meets Macron in France after MoD cyberattack

China's President Xi Jinping meeting President Emmanuel Macron in France to mark 60 years of diplomatic relations; recent cyberattacks attributed to Chinese state-affiliated actors. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Information security

U.K. Armed Forces' Data Stolen by State-Linked Hackers, Lawmakers Say

The personal information of British military personnel was hacked in a state-orchestrated cyberattack, targeting a third-party payroll system. [ more ]

ReadWrite

China accused of hacking the UK Ministry of Defence in massive data breach

China accused of hacking UK Ministry of Defence, targeting payroll system with personal data, but operational data not compromised. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Macron welcomes China 'commitment' not to sell Russia arms DW 05/06/2024

French President Macron welcomes China's commitment to refrain from selling arms to Russia amid war in Ukraine. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

China's Xi visits Pyrenees mountains, in a personal gesture by France's Macron

The article highlights the symbolic significance of President Macron inviting President Xi to a remote mountain pass near the border as a gesture of reciprocity. [ more ]

Washington Post

Analysis | China's Xi wades into Europe's political divides

China shows power in European charm offensive. [ more ]

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www.independent.co.uk

Shapps to update MPs on hack targeting defence payroll details

A cyber attack on a database of armed forces personnel by a third-party payroll system potentially linked to China raises concerns about security measures. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Armed forces personnel bank data compromised in Ministry of Defence hack

Ministry of Defence data breach linked to China. [ more ]

www.mediaite.com

China Denies Involvement In Massive UK Military Data Hack

UK armed forces' personnel data compromised in cyber attack on payroll system. China suspected, but denies involvement. Defence Secretary to update MPs. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

EU restates readiness to launch trade war with China over cheap imports

The EU is prepared to engage in a trade war with China over imports of cheap goods to protect its industries and jobs. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Europe politics

EU urges China to use influence on Russia and Iran

EU looks to China for help in resolving Ukraine-Russia conflict and curbing Iranian weapons proliferation. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Europe politics

EU's von der Leyen to urge fair' China competition in talks with Xi

European Union aims for fair competition with China during talks with President Xi Jinping in Paris. [ more ]

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tariffs

The American Conservative

Right-wing politics

Trump Is Right: We Should Raise Tariffs on China

Tariffs can be beneficial in countering market inefficiencies created by adversarial trade practices. [ more ]

InsideEVs

The Automotive Cold War Is Officially Underway

The automotive Cold War between China and the West is escalating, focusing on Chinese EVs, which are at the center of the conflict. [ more ]

Axios

Left-wing politics

Biden targets China - and Trump - with new tariffs

Biden's new tariffs aim to co-opt Trump's strengths on China and trade, but carry risks for potential trade war escalation. [ more ]

Engadget

The UK's Ministry of Defence was hacked, and the country is reportedly blaming China

China accused of hacking UK Ministry of Defence payroll system. [ more ]

Nextgov.com

Information security

US diplomats told China to stop Volt Typhoon campaign - It's becoming more advanced, intelligence officials say

The U.S. addressed a cyber threat from China by dismantling a botnet used to breach American critical infrastructure, but challenges persist due to evolving tactics and multiple covert networks. [ more ]

InsideEVs

We Tried A Tesla 'Full-Self-Driving' Competitor From China. It's Better Than You Think

China's tech and car giants are stepping in to fill the self-driving vacuum created by Tesla's delays in China. [ more ]

TESLARATI

Chinese self-driving developer reportedly files for IPO in the US

Momenta's potential IPO in the US may face challenges due to the negative perception of Chinese companies and government influence. [ more ]

InsideEVs

Data science

Tesla China-Made EV Sales Decreased 18% In April 2024

Tesla Giga Shanghai's wholesale shipments in China decreased significantly in April, pointing to a potential decline in sales and production. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Elon Musk floated robotaxi launch in China, Chinese state media says

Chinese authorities are open to allowing Tesla to test its full self-driving feature in the country, despite not immediately approving widespread use. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

China angles for Gaza mediation role to expand influence in Middle East

China is increasing involvement in the Middle East, aiming to reconcile Palestinian factions and influence peace negotiations. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Putin arrives in China on mission to deepen partnership with Xi

Putin visits China to deepen geopolitical partnership with Xi Jinping.

The visit highlights the strong strategic relationship between Russia and China, focused on trade, energy, and international politics. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Genuine desire': Putin backs China peace plan to end Ukraine war

Putin seeks Chinese support for war amid Western punitive measures. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Putin and Xi announce plans to strengthen military ties in Beijing

Russia and China deepen military ties as Putin meets Xi Jinping in Beijing. [ more ]

time.com

Vladimir Putin's Pomp-Filled China Trip Underscores the Limits of Western Pressure

China and Russia showcase strong partnership despite international pressure. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Putin and Xi's no-limits' friendship will be put to the test on state visit to China

Putin's visit to Beijing emphasizes the strengthening relationship between Russia and China amidst international pressure. [ more ]

TESLARATI

Tesla Megafactory construction plan gets approval

Tesla received approval to construct a Megafactory in China, set for trial production in 2024 with a 40 GWh capacity, aiming to enhance global Megapack sales. [ more ]

Fast Company

23 hours ago

Data science

Elon Musk advances plans to power Tesla AI with Chinese data

Tesla is leveraging data from China to advance its self-driving system, with a shift in strategy by Elon Musk. [ more ]

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www.nytimes.com

5 days ago

China Is Raising Bullet Train Fares as Debts and Costs Balloon

China is sharply increasing bullet train fares to address rising costs and debts, part of a move to raise prices for public services. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

Intelligence chief warns Canadians that China can use TikTok to spy on them | CBC News

Using TikTok poses a risk as China could access personal data, impacting individuals' future interactions and activities worldwide. [ more ]

The Verge

15 hours ago

Head of Canada's intelligence agency warns Canadians not to use TikTok

Canadian security agency warns against TikTok due to data concerns. [ more ]

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US news

Five things to know about Biden's tariff hikes on Chinese electric vehicles

Biden quadrupled tariffs on Chinese EVs to 100% to boost U.S. manufacturing and jobs. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Left-wing politics

Biden slaps new tariffs on Chinese imports, ratcheting trade war

President Biden imposes new tariffs on Chinese goods, accusing China of unfair trade practices. [ more ]

Fast Company

World news

U.S. tariffs on $18 billion of goods aren't phasing China

China responds to U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods with measured actions, showcasing confidence and a shift in approach compared to previous trade tensions. [ more ]

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The Atlantic

China Has Only Itself to Blame for a Trade War

Biden administration imposed new tariffs on Chinese goods as a response to China's economic policies. [ more ]

www.dw.com

21 hours ago

China tries drastic measures to boost ailing property sector DW 05/17/2024

China announces policies to stabilize property sector amid 10% housing price slump. [ more ]

Axios

20 hours ago

How Biden wants China to revamp its growth strategy

The Biden administration fears China's economic tactics, including heavy subsidies for the factory sector, resemble those that negatively impacted the U.S. industry in the past. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

China to cut mortgage rates as part of plan to prop up property market

China is implementing drastic measures, including cutting mortgage rates and supporting affordable housing, to stabilize the faltering property market. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Oil tries to recover from the May bottom with more positive numbers for the Chinese economy

Crude oil prices rising by 0.3% due to positive signs of future demand from China. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Taiwan, on China's Doorstep, Is Dealing With TikTok Its Own Way

Taiwanese TikTok users exposed to pro-China content similar to concerns in the US, no ban under consideration in Taiwan [ more ]

Fast Company

China is using TikTok to 'spy on' Americans, say 46% of people polled

A majority of Americans believe that China uses TikTok to shape U.S. public opinion. [ more ]

euronews

Japan and France agree to bolster military maritime cooperation

Tokyo and Paris are enhancing security collaboration in the Indo-Pacific region, focusing on military cooperation and addressing China's assertiveness in maritime disputes. [ more ]

www.npr.org

Europe politics

Newly elected prime minister in Solomon Islands is likely to keep close China ties

Solomon Islands elected new Prime Minister Manele, signaling ongoing ties with China. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

The new space race': what are China's ambitions and why is the US so concerned?

China's space ambitions intensify rivalry with US. [ more ]

Mail Online

China is CREATING heat waves over the Pacific Ocean, study claims

China's reduction in aerosol emissions unintentionally caused 'heat blobs' in the northeast Pacific, leading to ecological disruptions. [ more ]

Futurism

Chinese Moon Lander Appears to Be Carrying Secret Lunar Rover

China will be the first to return samples from the far side of the Moon, including a mini rover for exploration. [ more ]

Nature

Daily briefing: Grad students are going hungry on campus

Food insecurity is a significant issue in universities. [ more ]

The Verge

China's Chang'e 6 Moon probe has a mysterious guest on board

China's Chang'e 6 lunar mission includes a small rover for potential water detection. [ more ]

Nature

5 days ago

World's brightest X-rays: China first in Asia to build next-generation synchrotron

China's US$665 million High Energy Photon Source (HEPS), with fourth-generation synchrotron light, will offer cutting-edge science capabilities. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Privacy professionals

When has the UK faced cyberattacks in the past?

Cyberattacks are a modern form of warfare, with recent incidents involving hacking of the UK's Ministry of Defence and China-backed groups targeting British government departments. [ more ]

ComputerWeekly.com

Privacy professionals

China poses genuine and increasing cyber security risk to UK, says GCHQ director | Computer Weekly

China poses a significant cyber threat to the UK and other western countries. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

In Meeting With Xi, E.U. Leader Takes Tough Line on Ukraine War

Pressure on China to help resolve war in Ukraine. [ more ]

www.dw.com

China's Xi to meet Orban in Hungary DW 05/09/2024

Hungary is a key target for Chinese investment in the central eastern European region. [ more ]

euronews

Putin to visit China

Russian President Putin to visit China for unity against Western global order. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Putin Will Visit Xi, Testing a No Limits' Partnership

China and Russia face challenges in maintaining their partnership amidst increasing pressure from the West. [ more ]

time.com

Russia's Putin to Visit China at Xi's Invitation

Putin to visit China for a two-day state visit, first foreign trip since fifth term presidency. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Putin in China seeking support for Ukraine war effort DW 05/16/2024

Putin seeks support from China amid international isolation. [ more ]

InsideEVs

I Went To China And Drove A Dozen Electric Cars. Western Automakers Are Cooked

China's advancements in manufacturing electrified vehicles should not be dismissed as illegitimate or solely government-driven. [ more ]

InsideEVs

A Whole 43% Of China's New Cars Were Plug-Ins In March 2024

Electric car sales in China surged with over 40% market share, on track to reach 50% later in 2024. [ more ]

Theregister

Tesla maps out new territory in China with Baidu deal

Tesla's partnership with Baidu in China will introduce HD mapping software despite Musk's previous stance against using maps for self-driving cars. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Women in technology

In China, Ruled by Men, Women Quietly Find a Powerful Voice

Women in Shanghai are negotiating their public expression and reclaiming identities despite the political crackdown on feminism in China. [ more ]

Createsend

Right-wing politics

Logistics Report: Stores Get Online Boost; Regulating Postal Truckers; Rare Earth Rush

China's services sector growth slows in April. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

DevOps

Rising volatility in China's container market as sellers hold back inventory amid uncertainty

Container prices in China are rapidly increasing due to geopolitical tensions and uncertainties. [ more ]

time.com

Artificial intelligence

SaudiArabia AIFund Would Divest From Chinaif U.S. Asked, CEO Says

Saudi Arabia's new investment fund will divest from China if requested by the US to keep manufacturing and supply chains separate. [ more ]

Futurism

Artificial intelligence

People Are Selling AI Clones of Dead Relatives for Just $150

AI cloning of deceased loved ones has become a growing industry in China, with affordable prices and evolving technology. [ more ]

South China Morning Post

Artificial intelligence

Microsoft asks China-based AI workers to move overseas

Microsoft offers relocation options and rotations to employees in China amid halting hiring operations. [ more ]

Above the Law

Law

Don't These Federal Judges Have Something Better To Do? - See Also

Conservative judges shift focus to themselves during Palestinian protests [ more ]

GSMArena.com

Mobile UX

Motorola X50 Ultra launch date revealed

Motorola to launch X50 Ultra in China with AI features and new laptops. [ more ]

ReadWrite

5 days ago

Cryptocurrency

Chinese authorities shut down illegal crypto service

Using cryptocurrency, an underground bank facilitated illegal currency exchange between Chinese yuan and South Korean won.

The operation exploited the anonymity and decentralization of cryptocurrencies for illicit foreign currency exchange activities. [ more ]

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Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin Asia: China Emerges As New Frontier For Bitcoin Innovation

Bitcoin's early days were like the Wild West - a chaotic realm with no regulations or authorities, attracting both fortune-seekers and scammers. [ more ]

BBC News

UK news

Chinese ambassador summoned to UK Foreign Office

The UK Foreign Office summoned China's ambassador over accusations of assisting Hong Kong's intelligence services, condemning China's behavior including cyber-attacks. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Old friend' Putin arrives in China for state visit, summit with Xi Jinping

Russia and China deepen relationship amidst Russia's offensive in Ukraine. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Putin thanks Xi for China's initiatives on Ukraine DW 05/16/2024

Putin expresses gratitude to China for their efforts in finding a solution to the war in Ukraine. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 813

President Zelenskyy visited Kharkiv stating control over Russian advance, with some civilians used as shields. NATO confident in Ukrainian forces' capability, with intense Russian assaults in Donetsk. [ more ]

www.dw.com

6 hours ago

Ukraine updates: Russia may try taking Kharkiv Zelenskyy DW 05/18/2024

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy wants China to attend peace conference in Switzerland to address fears and find balance. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

What to Know About the Summit Between Putin and Xi in China

China and Russia present a united front but have different agendas, with Mr. Putin seeking support for the war in Ukraine and Mr. Xi aiming to balance strategic partnerships while avoiding alienating the West. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

In Talks With Putin, Xi Hails Powerful Driving Force' of Cooperation

Mr. Putin relies on China's support for diplomatic cover and financial assistance amidst Western sanctions over the Ukraine conflict. [ more ]

www.dw.com

How China is helping keep the Russian economy afloat DW 05/15/2024

China's support has enabled Russia to withstand Western sanctions and maintain economic growth post-Ukraine invasion. [ more ]

www.dw.com

How China suppors Russia's war DW 05/16/2024

NATO countries concerned about China supplying microelectronics to Russia for weapons, need strong deterrence against Russian aggression. [ more ]

www.dw.com

World news

Chinese planes 'increasingly provocative' to Taiwan DW 05/15/2024

Chinese military presence increases near Taiwan ahead of President-elect's inauguration. [ more ]

www.dw.com

World news

Taiwan detects Chinese aircraft around island DW 05/03/2024

Increased Chinese military incursions near Taiwan highlighted tensions in the region. [ more ]

TESLARATI

22 hours ago

Data science

Tesla plans to leverage data center in China to train self-driving algorithm: report

Tesla is planning to utilize a data center in China for training its self-driving algorithm. [ more ]

euronews

Putin and Xi discuss Ukraine war and their 'no limits' partnership

Russia and China deepen ties amid confrontation with the West. [ more ]

Mail Online

New species of eyeless pink creature discovered in an underwater cave

A new species of pinkish eyeless cavefish discovered in China's subterranean rivers offers unique evolutionary study opportunities. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Opinion | It's Not Just Putin. Russia Needs China, Too.

Russia's growing economic dependence on China is reshaping their relationship and challenging the assumption that Moscow will prioritize ties with the West once Putin is out of the picture. [ more ]

Futurism

China Launches Spacecraft to Collect First-Ever Samples From Moon's Dark Side

China launches mission to collect samples from the dark side of the Moon, aiming for historic first. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

14 hours ago

Canada news

Minister suggests Canada is considering tariffs on Chinese EVs following U.S. move | CBC News

Canada is considering imposing tariffs on Chinese goods in response to the US tariffs. [ more ]

www.dw.com

How China supports Russia's war DW 05/16/2024

China is the main supplier of microelectronics and machine tools for Russian weapons. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

14 hours ago

Is Putin's visit to China a defining step toward shaping a new world order?

Western powers are concerned about the strengthening economic and strategic partnership between Russia and China. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Mission District

China launches uncrewed probe to far side of the moon DW 05/03/2024

China launches a lunar mission to collect samples from the far side of the moon, with the goal of sending a crew by 2030. [ more ]

Theregister

Apple

China 'the most competitive market in the world' for iPhone

Apple CEO Tim Cook considers China the most competitive market globally, highlighting challenges and the importance of the region despite a slight decline in revenue. [ more ]

TechCrunch

Apple

Apple earnings see 10% iPhones sales drop | TechCrunch

Apple reported a 10% drop in iPhone sales primarily due to a slowdown in China and slow adoption of AI. [ more ]

Washington Post

U.S. officials wary of Chinese plans for floating nuclear plants

China is developing floating nuclear reactors to power military facilities in the South China Sea, potentially undermining regional security. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Growth hacking

Economic growth 'projected to remain below its longer-run average'

Global economy growing modestly with steady GDP growth projected by OECD. Tight monetary conditions persist but global activity remains resilient. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

US sanctions hundreds of individuals, firms over Russia's war in Ukraine

The United States imposes new sanctions on over 280 entities, including Chinese and Hong Kong-based firms, aiming to weaken Russia's military capabilities. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Ukraine war briefing: US hits China with sanctions over war supplies to Russia

US imposes sanctions on entities aiding Russia's military, accusing China and others of supplying critical inputs, disrupting Russia's war efforts. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Chinese Companies for Aiding Russia's War Effort

New sanctions announced on international military suppliers aiding Russia in Ukraine war. [ more ]

www.scientificamerican.com