China’s Longest Swivel Road Bridge Completes Final Rotation in Anhui Province
The final beam of China’s longest swivel road bridge over a railway was rotated into place in Anhui Province, marking a milestone in the cross-provincial highway project.
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Top Scientists Warn of AI’s Dual Nature at World Laureates Forum
Top scientists at the 2024 World Laureates Forum in Shanghai highlighted AI’s transformative power and potential risks, urging a focus on human well-being and cautioning against inherent biases.
Major U.S. Fast-Food Chains Remove Onions Amid E. coli Outbreak
Several major U.S. fast-food chains have removed fresh onions from menus amid an E. coli outbreak linked to onions used in McDonald’s burgers, affecting multiple states with illnesses and hospitalizations.
China’s Self-Driving Startup WeRide Surges 19% in Nasdaq Debut
China’s self-driving company WeRide saw its shares rise by 19% on their Nasdaq debut, following an IPO and private placement that raised a total of $440.5 million.
China Conducts Full-System Drill for Shenzhou-19 Crewed Mission
China’s Shenzhou-19 crewed mission conducted a full-system drill at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, verifying the reliability and safety of all systems ahead of sending three taikonauts to the country’s space station.
AI Finds Exoplanets, Smallest Dinosaur Egg Unearthed, Lunar Bricks Developed
Scientific breakthroughs include AI discovering exoplanets, the smallest dinosaur egg found in China, development of lunar bricks for moon bases, and SpaceX catching a returning Starship.
Tomato-Picking Robot Draws Attention at China Yangling Agricultural Hi-tech Fair
An advanced tomato-picking robot is gaining attention at China’s Yangling Hi-tech Fair, showcasing AI technology transforming agriculture.
China Names Second Homegrown Cruise Ship ‘Adora Flora City’
China’s second homegrown cruise ship, ‘Adora Flora City,’ named after Guangzhou’s ‘Flower City,’ will set sail internationally from its homeport in 2026, enhancing trade and tourism opportunities.
China’s AG600 Amphibious Aircraft Completes Critical Unstick Speed Test
China’s AG600 amphibious aircraft successfully completed its minimum unstick speed flight test in Shaanxi Province, marking a crucial step toward airworthiness certification.
China Hosts Summit to Propel BeiDou Navigation System Applications
China’s 3rd International Summit on BeiDou Navigation Satellite System applications opened in Zhuzhou, aiming to boost industry growth through expanded applications and international cooperation.
2024 World Laureates Forum Kicks Off in Shanghai, Celebrating Excellence in Science
The 2024 World Laureates Forum has opened in Shanghai, uniting nearly 300 scientists from around the world to celebrate excellence in science, including Nobel laureates and young researchers.
China Welcomes Apple’s Continued Investment and Cooperation
Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao met with Apple CEO Tim Cook, welcoming Apple’s continued cooperation and investment in China, and emphasizing the importance of China-U.S. economic and trade relations.
Robot Dogs Climb Mount Taishan to Transport Trash, Easing Workers’ Burden
Robot dogs are navigating Mount Taishan’s trails in eastern China, helping transport trash and easing workers’ burden. Their introduction is revolutionizing waste management at this popular scenic site.
Chinese Startup Deep Blue Aerospace Sells First Tickets for 2027 Suborbital Space Flights
Chinese startup Deep Blue Aerospace has unveiled plans for suborbital space travel in 2027, selling its first tickets during a live event. The company aims to reduce costs with reusable rockets.
Boeing-Built Intelsat 33e Satellite Disintegrates in Orbit, Disrupting Global Services
Intelsat’s Boeing-built satellite, Intelsat 33e, has disintegrated in orbit, causing service disruptions across Europe, Africa, and parts of the Asia-Pacific region.
China’s CATL Unveils Freevoy: Revolutionary Hybrid Battery with Superfast Charging
China’s CATL launches Freevoy, a groundbreaking hybrid battery offering over 400 km range and superfast charging, signaling a significant advancement in EV technology.
Scaling Generative AI in Finance: Challenges and Insights from McKinsey’s Violet Chung
McKinsey’s Violet Chung discusses the challenges financial institutions face in scaling generative AI, emphasizing the need for top-down alignment and employee engagement to realize its full potential.
China’s Shijian-19 Reusable Satellite Returns with Scientific Payloads
China’s first reusable and returnable satellite, Shijian-19, successfully returns to Earth, delivering scientific payloads that advance space breeding and international cooperation in scientific research.
AI Ethics and Governance Take Center Stage at China Tech Forum
At a forum hosted by the China Association for Science and Technology, AI experts emphasized the need for enhanced ethics and governance in AI development to address challenges posed by advanced technologies.
Nvidia Strengthens Partnerships in India, Unveils Hindi AI Model
Nvidia expands its footprint in India, forging partnerships with major firms and launching a new Hindi-language AI model to tap into the country’s linguistic landscape.