South Korea Suspends Chinese AI App DeepSeek Over Privacy Concerns
South Korea temporarily suspends the Chinese AI app DeepSeek due to privacy law compliance issues, with plans to resume service once improvements are made.
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South Korea Suspends Chinese AI App DeepSeek Over Privacy Concerns
South Korea’s data protection authority has temporarily suspended the domestic service of the Chinese AI app DeepSeek, citing privacy law concerns. The app will resume once necessary improvements are made.
Tencent’s Weixin Launches AI Search Testing with DeepSeek-R1
Tencent’s Weixin begins beta testing of AI-powered search feature integrated with DeepSeek-R1, enhancing search capabilities for its 1.4 billion users.
Origin Wukong: China’s Quantum Computer Surpasses 20M Global Visits
China’s Origin Wukong quantum computer surpasses 20 million global remote visits, marking a significant milestone in its technological advancement.
Extend Your Cat’s Life: Dr. Guo’s Guide to a 25-Year-Old Feline
Discover Dr. Guo Zhisheng’s expert tips on extending your cat’s lifespan to 25 years with insights on genetics, stress management, and disease prevention.
WHO Reports Rising Mpox Outbreaks in Africa with Global Spread
The WHO reports increasing mpox outbreaks in Africa and new global cases, highlighting the virus’s spread to the UAE and the U.S.
West Texas Faces Worst Measles Outbreak in 30 Years with 48 Cases
A measles outbreak in West Texas has surged to 48 cases, marking the state’s worst in nearly three decades, primarily affecting unvaccinated children and teens.
OpenAI Rejects Elon Musk’s $97.4B Bid to Acquire AI Leader
OpenAI has unanimously rejected Elon Musk’s $97.4 billion bid, reaffirming its commitment to remain a nonprofit entity focused on ensuring AGI benefits humanity.
China Finalizes Crews for Shenzhou-20 and Shenzhou-21 Space Missions
China finalizes astronaut teams for Shenzhou-20 and Shenzhou-21 missions, set to launch this year, advancing its space exploration efforts.
China Finalizes Crews for Upcoming Shenzhou Space Missions
China has finalized the crew list for its upcoming Shenzhou-20 and Shenzhou-21 missions, slated for launch this year. The missions will support the country’s space station operations through scientific experiments and resupply missions.
China Finalizes Crews for Shenzhou-20 and Shenzhou-21 Missions
China finalizes astronaut crews for Shenzhou-20 and Shenzhou-21 missions and prepares launches of Tianzhou-9 and Qingzhou cargo spacecraft to support its space station.
DeepSeek’s AI Drives Digital Transformation Across Industries
DeepSeek, a leading Chinese open-source AI model, is transforming industries worldwide. From education to government services, its adoption by tech giants and local companies drives digital innovation.
‘Ne Zha 2’ Shatters Box-Office Records, Showcases Chinese Culture Globally
‘Ne Zha 2’ becomes the first non-Hollywood film to surpass 10 billion yuan, showcasing the global resonance of Chinese culture and marking a milestone for China’s animation industry.
Ancient Bird Fossil in China Suggests Earlier Origins of Modern Birds
Chinese scientists discover the oldest short-tailed bird fossil, suggesting birds originated 20 million years earlier than previously thought.
Ancient Chinese Fossil Sheds New Light on Birds’ Origins
Chinese scientists discover the oldest short-tailed bird fossil in Fujian Province, pushing back the origin of birds by 20 million years.
Alibaba Teams Up with Apple to Boost AI Features in Chinese iPhones, Stock Soars
Alibaba partners with Apple to integrate AI into Chinese iPhones, boosting Alibaba’s stock to a three-year high and aiming to enhance Apple’s competitiveness in China’s smartphone market.
Chinese Scientists Identify Key Genes Enhancing Crop Resistance to Parasitic Plants
Chinese scientists uncover two genes that boost sorghum’s defense against the parasitic plant Striga, leveraging AI to enhance crop resilience across various agriculture sectors.
US and UK Opt Out of Inclusive AI Pact at Paris Summit
US and UK declined to sign the AI Action Summit declaration in Paris, while 61 countries, including China, endorsed the initiative for ethical and inclusive AI development.
60 Countries, Including China, Endorse Inclusive and Sustainable AI at Paris Summit
Around 60 countries, including the Chinese mainland, signed a Statement on Inclusive and Sustainable AI at the Paris Summit, committing to ethical and accessible AI aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals.
Lantern Festival Illuminates the Night with Tradition and Lunar Beauty
Discover how the lantern-lit cities and the luminous full moon intertwine tradition and science at this year’s Chinese Lantern Festival.