The Latest Breaking News from China

Analysts Argue That Selling Its China Business Could Be a Big Negative for Tesla Stock. Here’s Why.

Analysts at RBC Capital reckon that Tesla should not sell its China business.

Barchart · Aug 4

How Japan’s military is adapting to fears of aggression from China

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The Independent UK · Aug 4

Trump Targets A New Piece Of China's AI Supply Chain. Data Center Equipment Faces Fresh U.S. Curbs

The Trump administration is drafting rules to block imports of new Chinese optical transceiver models used in AI data centers, citing national security concerns.

International Business Times · Aug 4

China releases fresh footage of DF-17 hypersonic missile launch vehicles on PLA anniversary

China has unveiled footage showcasing its DF-17 hypersonic missile launch vehicles, marking a significant advancement in its missile arsenal. The DF-17, known for its incredible speed, poses a serious challenge to advanced air defense systems, making it an effective weapon on the battlefield. Currently deployed in combat, its erratic flight…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

Donald Trump administration weighs ban on Chinese AI data centre gear imports

The Trump administration is drafting a ban on new Chinese data center component imports. This measure aims to protect critical infrastructure underpinning the AI boom. The Federal Communications Commission is working on this restriction for optical transceivers. Officials hope to publish the ban this year, taking effect soon after. China…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

Google Earth’s potential disinformation nightmare

A new feature briefly allowed Google Earth users to overlay AI-generated images on locations of their choosing

The Guardian - US · Aug 4

Oil shortages escalate from wars in Iran and Ukraine, with few signs of relief

The global energy crisis triggered by two wars is set to worsen, as Ukraine pummels Russia’s refining industry and Iranian attacks continue on Middle Eastern oil production and refining. Further, the nature of the destruction and the growing number of fronts and warring parties involved may herald a new era…

The Conversation · Aug 4

How the Iran war is draining America's long-range missiles crucial in countering potential China, Russia threats

US Army's long-range missile stockpiles are significantly depleted after operations against Iran. Reuters reports that ATACMS and PrSM missiles have been heavily utilized. This depletion raises concerns about America's readiness for future major power conflicts. Defensive missile inventories, including Patriot and THAAD, have also seen reductions. Production is now ramping…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

A 2026 study is challenging researchers established thought on origin of humankind traces back to 539 million years ago. Here's how

Nearly all of the animal life on Earth now have similar features on left and right sides, as well as a head and an anus. Before the fossils discovered in China, scientists saw traces of this symmetric body type in fossil tracks, but not the critters themselves.

The Economic Times · Aug 4

Chinese robot maker Unitree seen worth over $7.4 billion after IPO, Citic says

Unitree Technology expects a valuation exceeding fifty billion yuan after its Shanghai IPO. The robot maker aims to raise funds for innovation and production expansion. This listing occurs amid heightened tech rivalry between China and the United States. Washington has recently restricted advanced foreign-made robots from U.S. sales. Unitree will…

The Economic Times · Aug 4