China’s 5G combined with cloud creates growth opportunities
After building the world’s largest 5G network with 2.3 million 5G base stations by the end of 2022, China is on track to add over 600,000 5G base stations. Read more…
After building the world’s largest 5G network with 2.3 million 5G base stations by the end of 2022, China is on track to add over 600,000 5G base stations. Read more…
China has banned Micron products from critical infrastructure. It’s a safe move that clearly demonstrates just how weak its hand is in semiconductors. Read more…
AI proponents may look aghast at Beijing’s clampdown on large language model (LLM) chatbots. But in terms of viable use cases, it won’t make much difference. Read more…
Alibaba showcases its generative AI model, ‘Tongyi Qianwen’, just as the Cyberspace Administration of China proposes regulations for generative AI services. Read more…
Japan has entered the US-China semiconductor fray with tough restrictions on exports that could hinder China’s ability to manufacture chips below 20nm. Read more…
The Alibaba reorganization will help it recover, but a primary goal is providing the state with better visibility and control over all of its activities. Read more…
The Philippines and China recently signed a MOU to foster collaboration in emerging technologies including 5G, 6G, AI, IoT, data analytics, and robotics. Read more…
What does 2023 have in store? Based on what we experienced in 2022, five issues stand out for the next year. Read more…
US lawmakers introduce a bipartisan bill to restrict Huawei and Chinese 5G companies from accessing US banks. A separate TikTok ban is also on the table. Read more…
China is working on a more than $143 billion support package for its semiconductor industry in a major step towards self sufficiency in chips. Read more…
China’s pursuit of its own 6G standard will likely contribute to balkanization of the internet, which means a smaller economic opportunity for everyone. Read more…
Foxconn said a pay-related “technical error” occurred when hiring new recruits at its COVID-hit factory in Zhengzhou, and apologised to workers. Read more…
Bracing for tough times in India, Chinese handset firms start laying off staff there and are likely to further cut investments in marketing and operations. Read more…
Hundreds of workers joined protests at Foxconn’s flagship iPhone plant in Zhengzhou, with some men smashing surveillance cameras and windows. Read more…
Sony Group plans to expand its China Hero Project programme to identify and incubate Chinese-made games, in a race with Microsoft to tap China’s gaming market. Read more…
JD.com says it will cut the salaries of more than 2,000 senior managers by 10% to 20% next year to help pay for improved benefits for front-line staff. Read more…
Blizzard Entertainment and NetEase end their partnership. ‘World of Warcraft’ and other Blizzard games won’t be available in China from January. Gamers are sad. Read more…
Nvidia is offering a new A800 chip in China that meets recent US export control rules. One way it does that is by being slower than the banned A100 chip. Read more…
Apple expects lower shipments of high-end iPhone 14 models than previously forecast following a significant production cut at a virus-blighted plant in China. Read more…
Tencent and China Unicom have received regulatory approval to set up a joint-venture focused on internet data centers, CDNs and edge computing. Read more…
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