News & Insights Across Asia
Track breakthrough innovations in technology, science, and healthcare globally, with a spotlight on Asia’s pioneering contributions.
China’s Xizang Autonomous Region has launched a Science and Technology Backyard for dairy cows, introducing innovative research to overcome high-altitude challenges and boost the plateau’s dairy industry.
China approves an mRNA vaccine targeting Epstein-Barr virus positive tumors for clinical trials, marking a significant advancement in cancer immunotherapy.
China has unveiled a plan to digitally transform Traditional Chinese Medicine by integrating big data and AI, aiming to enhance data sharing and innovation in the TCM industry.
California Democratic lawmakers urge the Biden administration to pause new tech export curbs to China, warning that unilateral controls could harm U.S. tech firms and benefit foreign competitors.
Scientists have unveiled new insights into the evolutionary history of peanuts, revealing genetic secrets that could revolutionize breeding practices and improve crop yields worldwide.
NASA faces a crucial decision by the end of August on how to bring home two astronauts from the ISS, following delays with Boeing’s Starliner capsule due to thruster malfunctions.
China National Offshore Oil Corp (CNOOC) delivers the world’s first 5MW offshore flue gas waste heat power generation unit in Tianjin, marking a significant milestone in clean energy innovation.
A new dedicated container shipping service in the Black Sea is boosting the efficiency of China-Europe freight trains from Xi’an, significantly reducing transit times and enhancing logistics.
WHO declares mpox a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, urging global action as cases surpass last year’s total.
A Chinese wastewater treatment project has won the International Water Association’s top global innovation prize, showcasing China’s advancements in sustainable water management solutions.
Rio Innovation Week, one of the world’s largest technology events, is underway in Rio de Janeiro, showcasing the new AI tech landscape and uniting global companies, startups, and investors.
Google has launched new smartphones integrating AI to offer personalized experiences, aiming to captivate customers seeking advanced technology and tailored features.
China-based WeRide has been approved by California’s CPUC to test driverless vehicles with passengers, marking a significant step in the company’s U.S. expansion despite regulatory challenges.
Wildfires intensified by climate change released significant CO2 emissions between March 2023 and February 2024, a new study reveals, highlighting the growing impact of global warming.
Google unveiled its new Pixel 9 smartphones on Tuesday, intensifying the competition among tech giants to lead in artificial intelligence as AI becomes increasingly integrated into consumer devices.
A new study reveals the presence of a hidden ocean beneath Mars’ surface, suggesting vast amounts of underground water that could reshape our understanding of the Red Planet’s history.
China’s multi-physics spectrometer completes over 300 experiments, highlighting China’s advancements in science and technology.
Chinese-led research team discovers that Earth’s rotation decelerated between 650 million and 280 million years ago, increasing the length of a day by 2.2 hours and impacting early marine ecosystems.
A 25-tonne radioactive water leak has been detected at Fukushima’s Reactor Unit 2. TEPCO assures the public there’s no environmental risk as investigations begin.
China’s courier sector surpasses 100 billion parcels in 2024, reaching the milestone 71 days earlier than last year, highlighting a booming consumer market and record-breaking logistics performance.