News & Insights Across Asia
Track breakthrough innovations in technology, science, and healthcare globally, with a spotlight on Asia’s pioneering contributions.
China and Thailand have signed two MoUs to collaborate on lunar exploration and space cooperation, including Thailand’s participation in China’s Chang’e-7 and Chang’e-8 missions and the International Lunar Research Station.
Meta Platforms will begin labeling AI-generated content on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads starting in May to combat the risks of deepfakes and misinformation, marking a significant shift in its content policy.
Japan faces a health scandal as deaths and hospitalizations linked to Kobayashi Pharmaceutical’s red yeast rice supplements raise concerns over the safety of ‘Made in Japan’ products.
Munich Re warns of escalating global cyber risks driven by AI advancements, highlighting a surge in attacks and the growing threat to Asia’s digital economies.
A fabricated news story on social media falsely claims China’s FAST telescope is in ruins, using images of the collapsed Arecibo Observatory in the U.S. Here’s the truth behind the misinformation.
An expert explains how intense tectonic movements caused a magnitude-7.3 earthquake in China’s Taiwan region, resulting in strong tremors felt in Southeast China, and warns of potential aftershocks.
China’s homegrown HH-100 cargo drone, developed by Xi’an Aircraft Industry, is set for its maiden flight after successfully completing high-speed taxi tests, marking a milestone in China’s UAV capabilities.
AI technology is helping bereaved families in China reconnect with deceased loved ones during the Qingming Festival, blending tradition with innovation to offer new forms of comfort.
Australian scientists have identified a protein that could revolutionize treatments for seizure-causing diseases like hypomyelination.
Israeli researchers have developed a robotic hand capable of fine finger tasks like typing and playing the piano, promising improved capabilities for amputees and advancing prosthetic technology.
Chinese researchers successfully transplanted a gene-edited pig kidney into a brain-dead human, with the organ functioning for nine days, marking a significant breakthrough in xenotransplantation.
TikTok is transforming global travel planning, becoming a key tool for travelers seeking inspiration and practical advice, as highlighted by a recent study focusing on its impact in Spain and beyond.
The Chinese Embassy in Zambia donates over $500,000 to aid in the fight against the country’s cholera outbreak, reinforcing China-Zambia cooperation in health and development.
Microsoft and Quantinuum announce a significant quantum computing breakthrough, enhancing reliability and bringing commercial quantum computers closer to reality.
Shanghai announces 12 action plans to accelerate 6G development, enhancing integration between communication technology and industry, and positioning the city as a leader in technological innovation.
A powerful magnitude-7.3 earthquake struck off the coast of Hualien County in the Taiwan region on Wednesday, resulting in at least nine deaths and hundreds of injuries, causing widespread disruption.
The estate of comedian George Carlin settles with podcast company Dudesy over an unauthorized AI-generated comedy special, highlighting emerging legal challenges at the intersection of technology and intellectual property.
Global PC and console gaming growth is expected to slow through 2026 as gamers log fewer hours, with industry giants adjusting strategies amid shifting player habits.
Intel reports a $7 billion operating loss for its chip-making unit in 2023, intensifying efforts to regain industry leadership from competitors like TSMC by investing heavily in manufacturing advancements.
Shanghai enhances its autonomous driving tests by expanding public road kilometers and adopting 5G-A technologies, solidifying its pioneering role in China’s smart transportation.