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Elon Musk’s Tesla Deal in China for Autonomous Vehicles

29Apr

By Varun KumarNo Comments

Elon Musk’s Tesla Deal in China for Autonomous Vehicles

Elon Musk, the brain behind Tesla, the world-leading electric car manufacturer, has achieved a significant milestone. After a series of negotiations, Musk managed to secure a deal in China, enabling Tesla to offer its advanced autonomous car software in the nation. This remarkable achievement was the result of Musk's recent visit to Beijing, where he interacted with the Chinese regulators and an Artificial Intelligence (AI) company. "This is a significant step for Tesla and autonomous vehicles in China." - Elon Musk Tesla had been facing multiple challenges in offering its advanced level of autonomous driving, which it refers to as "supervised Full Self-Driving", in China. The company needed the green light from the Chinese regulators, who had concerns about the data protection measures ...

Antony Blinken’s Standoff with China over Aid to Russia’s War

26Apr

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Antony Blinken’s Standoff with China over Aid to Russia’s War

In the realm of international politics, the recent confrontation between the U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and China regarding its alleged support to Russia in its ongoing war has created a stir. Tensions have been escalating in the global political sphere due to China's purported assistance to Russia in its ongoing war. U.S. Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, has taken a firm stand against this, voicing his concerns openly. Blinken accused China of "powering" Russia's war, a claim that has sparked controversy and heated debates. The U.S. believes that China's provision of financial aid, strategic resources, and technology to Russia is significantly strengthening the latter's military capabilities, thereby indirectly fuelling the war. Despite the serious allegations, Chi...

Public toilets in China are now scanning Urine for Health Problems

22Apr

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Technology

Public toilets in China are now scanning Urine for Health Problems

China's public restrooms take a leap into the future with the introduction of high-tech urinals that can analyze urine for various health markers. This breakthrough is regarded as a game-changer in personal health management. Public restrooms in China are evolving from mere convenience facilities to health check centers with the rollout of innovative "health checking" urinals. These state-of-the-art urinals can analyze urine for a variety of health markers, offering an affordable and quick health screening option to the public. These futuristic urinals have started appearing in public men's restrooms in major Chinese cities like Beijing and Shanghai. The remarkable feature of these urinals is their ability to quickly and accurately test urine on-site for just 20 yuan, equivalent to a...

TikTok raises free speech concerns over bill passed by US House that could ban the app

21Apr

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Technology

TikTok raises free speech concerns over bill passed by US House that could ban the app

The contemporary social media landscape is a melting pot of diverse platforms, each offering unique features that cater to a variety of users. Among these platforms, one that has recently been in the limelight for a myriad of reasons is TikTok. Owned by the Chinese tech giant, ByteDance, this app has stirred up quite the controversy in the United States, with the House of Representatives passing a bill that could potentially ban the platform if its Chinese proprietor does not divest its stake within a stipulated timeframe. TikTok's meteoric rise to fame is attributed to its user-friendly features, primarily the ability to create and share short videos. With more than 170 million users in the U.S. alone, its influence is undeniable. However, it's not all smooth sailing for this social...

2 injured, Floor Collapse at a Shopping Complex in China

30Mar

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2 injured, Floor Collapse at a Shopping Complex in China

A shopping mall floor in China gave way, causing two injured. This unforeseen mishap was recorded on CCTV, revealing the shocking moments of the floor collapse. A shopping complex in Zhenjiang, Jiangsu province, China, became the setting of a dramatic incident. The floor of the shopping mall collapsed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eGy7KYXnkVI As seen in the CCTV footage, a woman was seen crossing a fashion store on the second level of the mall when the floor suddenly gave way. The woman, along with two racks of clothing, was swallowed by the collapsing floor. The victims of this unfortunate incident were a woman and a construction worker. Both were trapped in the rubble caused by the collapse but were eventually rescued by emergency crews. Once rescued, both victims were ...

Apple Vision Pro Sets Sight on China for Its Debut Later This Year

24Mar

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Technology

Apple Vision Pro Sets Sight on China for Its Debut Later This Year

Vision Pro, Apple's pioneering spatial computer, has been stirring up a lot of excitement in the tech world. This revolutionary device promises a unique combination of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) capabilities, which could potentially redefine the way we interact with digital content. While interacting with the media at the China Development Forum, Tim Cook confirmed the forthcoming launch of the Vision Pro in China. Cook mentioned that Apple plans to amplify its research and development investments in China, indicating a strong commitment to the country as a key market. Apple's decision to introduce the Vision Pro in the Chinese market is significant. This announcement marks the first time Apple has explicitly confirmed a launch outside the United States. Although...

The greatest oil producer in the world intends to move farther into China

5Jan

By Ayesha MehtaNo Comments

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The greatest oil producer in the world intends to move farther into China

As it increases its presence in China, the world's biggest integrated oil and gas corporation, Aramco, a Saudi energy powerhouse, intends to increase its investment in the Chinese partner. In a report to the Shenzhen Stock Exchange on Wednesday, Aramco claimed that it is in discussions with Rongsheng Petrochemical to purchase up to 50% of the latter's subsidiary, Ningbo Chongjin Petrochemical. Citing a memorandum of understanding the two parties had signed the day before, Rongsheng, a privately held refiner with headquarters in Hangzhou, stated that it is also considering the prospect of acquiring a 50% share in Saudi Aramco Jubail Refinery Company, the Saudi company's refining subsidiary. According to Rongsheng, the businesses might also work together to develop the enormous Rong...