China Launches New Satellites to Test Direct-to-Cell Internet Tech
China launches new test satellites to advance direct-to-cell broadband and integrated space-ground networks, a key step for global digital inclusion.
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56 Years Since Dongfanghong-1: China’s First Satellite Launch Anniversary
On its 56th anniversary, we look back at the launch of Dongfanghong-1, China’s first satellite, which ignited the nation’s journey into space exploration.
Beijing’s Robot Restaurant: A Futuristic Dining Experience Unveiled in 2026
A Beijing restaurant showcases robot chefs and automated services, highlighting China’s tech-driven future in hospitality as adoption grows in 2026.
Hainan Expo 2026 Unveils Future of Global Lifestyle Trends
Hainan Expo 2026 showcases over 200 global innovations, from flying cars to AI, shaping future lifestyles. Join reporters Xu Hua and Zhan Bingqian for an inside look.
China Launches 8 Satellites in Record-Breaking Space Mission
China successfully launches eight satellites, including the Jixing Gaofen-07A02, in a milestone mission advancing its space technology and global collaboration.
China’s Space Ambitions Soar: From Orbital Station to Lunar Exploration
China advances its space program with Tiangong station operations and lunar mission preparations, marking new milestones in 2026 space exploration efforts.
Tel Aviv’s Skyline Transforms Amid 2026 Innovation Boom
Tel Aviv’s skyline undergoes $2.3B transformation in 2026, blending cutting-edge architecture with sustainable tech as Asian investors fuel Mediterranean innovation hub.
China Opens 10 Major Research Projects to Global Scientists in 2026
China invites global scientists to collaborate on 10 major research projects in 2026, announced at Beijing’s Zhongguancun Forum to boost international tech cooperation.
China’s Smart Dragon-3 Rocket Deploys Satellites in Milestone Sea Launch
China’s Smart Dragon-3 rocket completes 10th mission with sea-based satellite deployment, boosting commercial space capabilities and orbital launch flexibility.
China’s Second Domestically-Built Cruise Ship Nears Completion
China’s second domestically-built large cruise ship completes dock floatation, with sea trials set for May and delivery planned before 2026 year-end.
China’s Spring Festival Blends Tradition with Tech-Driven Economic Vision
China’s 2026 Spring Festival merges cultural heritage with tech-driven economic strategies under the 15th Five-Year Plan, signaling new opportunities across Asia.
Chengdu Designer SAN3 Crafts Toys to Mend Lonely Hearts
Chengdu designer SAN3 creates therapeutic toys addressing modern loneliness through emotionally resonant animal characters, blending play with mental health awareness.
Wuhan Debuts UFO-Shaped eVTOL with 450kg Payload Capacity
Wuhan unveils UFO-shaped eVTOL aircraft capable of 3-second takeoffs and 450kg payloads, set to transform logistics and rescue operations in 2026.
Robots Steal the Show at Xiamen’s Spring Festival Celebrations
Humanoid robots dazzled crowds in Xiamen, blending cutting-edge technology with traditional Lunar New Year festivities during the 2026 Spring Festival celebrations.
China’s Shenzhou-20 Capsule Returns to Earth, Marking New Era in Space Exploration
China’s Shenzhou-20 capsule completes 3-month mission, advancing space station plans and international scientific collaboration in 2026.
Asia’s 2025 Tech Revolution: How AI, Fusion, and Robotics Redefined Daily Life
From fusion-powered cities to AI-driven robotics, explore how Asia’s 2025 tech innovations transformed daily life and global markets.
China’s Lijian-1 Rocket Successfully Deploys Nine Satellites Including UAE Payload
China advances space capabilities with successful Lijian-1 rocket launch deploying nine satellites, including UAE collaboration, from Jiuquan on December 10, 2025.
China Advances Qingzhou Cargo Spacecraft for 2026 Prototype Development
China’s Qingzhou cargo spacecraft completes key tests, enters integrated phase ahead of 2026 prototype development, enhancing space station logistics.
China’s Second and Larger Homegrown Cruise Ship Nears Completion
China’s second and larger domestically built cruise ship is 80% complete, showcasing significant advancements in size and environmental technology, marking a milestone in the nation’s shipbuilding industry.
BEYOND Expo Catalyzes Macao’s Technological Growth, Says Co-Founder
The BEYOND Expo is driving technological innovation in Macao, says co-founder Jason Ho. The event provides a platform fostering growth and collaboration, positioning Macao as a hub for technological advancements.