Sierra AI Startup Valued at $4.5 Billion After $175 Million Funding Round
Sierra, co-founded by former Salesforce co-CEO Bret Taylor, raises $175 million, boosting its valuation to $4.5 billion less than a year after its public launch.
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Hong Kong Unveils Responsible AI Policy to Boost Fintech Growth
Hong Kong unveils a new policy on responsible AI in finance, aiming to boost fintech development while managing risks. Key initiatives include asset tokenization and cross-border partnerships.
Scientists Discover Lesser Mealworm’s Potential to Combat Plastic Waste
Scientists at ICIPE in Nairobi have discovered that the larvae of the lesser mealworm can consume plastic waste, offering a promising solution to global plastic pollution.
China’s New Taikonaut Team Gears Up for Future Lunar Missions
China has selected its fourth batch of taikonauts, preparing them for future lunar landing missions. This new team signifies China’s advancing ambitions in space exploration.
China’s Shenzhou-18 Crew Set to Return to Earth on November 4
China’s Shenzhou-18 crew will return to Earth on November 4, landing in Inner Mongolia after a mission that began in April, according to the China Manned Space Agency.
Meet the Shenzhou-19 Crew: China’s Next Space Mission Takes Flight
China is set to launch the Shenzhou-19 crewed space mission with astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze. The mission marks a significant step in China’s ongoing space exploration efforts.
China to Launch Shenzhou-19 Crewed Mission to Space Station on Wednesday
China is set to launch the Shenzhou-19 crewed spaceship to its space station on Wednesday, carrying taikonauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze on a six-month mission to advance space science.
Chinese Researchers Develop Self-Cleaning Electrode for Efficient MO2 Synthesis
Chinese researchers have developed a self-cleaning electrode that enhances the stable synthesis of MO2, an alternative to hydrogen peroxide, offering promising applications in environmental processes.
Indonesia Blocks Apple’s iPhone 16 Over Local Content Requirements
Apple’s iPhone 16 blocked from sale in Indonesia due to failure to meet local content regulations.
Guizhou Launches First Direct Export of New Energy Buses to Laos via China-Laos Railway
Guizhou Province has initiated its first direct export of locally produced new energy buses to Laos via the China-Laos Railway, marking a significant step in regional trade and cooperation.
Asset Managers Launch New AI-Focused ETFs Amid Growing Investor Interest
Asset managers are launching new AI-focused ETFs to tap into investor enthusiasm, offering fresh opportunities despite uncertainty over long-term industry leaders.
China’s 2nd CISCE Expands with 32% Overseas Exhibitors
China’s 2nd CISCE will feature 32% overseas exhibitors, marking a 20% rise. The expanded event aims to promote international cooperation in industrial and supply chains.
China’s Pioneering Deep-Sea Ship Tansuo-3 Completes Successful Trial Voyage
China’s first deep-sea multi-functional scientific and archaeological ship, Tansuo-3, successfully completes trial voyage, marking a significant advancement in global deep-sea exploration capabilities.
International Animation Day: The Evolution of Chinese Animation
On International Animation Day, we explore the evolution of Chinese animation from its beginnings in 1922 to its recent global successes, highlighting how it promotes Chinese culture and embraces technological innovation.
McDonald’s Rules Out Beef Patties as Source of E. coli Outbreak
McDonald’s has declared its beef patties are not the source of an E. coli outbreak linked to Quarter Pounders that has killed at least one person and sickened nearly 75 others.
World’s First Mass-Production Flying Car Factory Breaks Ground in Guangzhou
XPENG AEROHT has begun construction on the world’s first mass-production flying car factory in Guangzhou, marking a significant milestone in China’s low-altitude economy.
Fossil Fuel Threat Looms Over the ‘Amazon of the Seas’
Fossil fuel expansion threatens the Coral Triangle’s rich biodiversity, endangering marine species and millions who depend on the sea, a new report warns.
Robot Dogs Take on Mount Tai: A High-Tech Solution to Waste Removal
Robot dogs are being tested on Mount Tai to assist in waste removal, aiming to ease the burden on human porters and revolutionize cleaning efforts on the historic mountain.
Innovations in Breeding and Digital Farming Boost Xinjiang’s Cotton Yields
The Chinese mainland’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region boosts cotton output and quality through innovations in breeding, digital farming, and mechanization, supplying exceptional materials for textiles.
AI Transcription Tools Under Scrutiny for Generating False Transcripts
AI transcription tools face scrutiny as experts reveal they can generate false transcripts, raising concerns over their reliability in critical applications.