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Manufacturing China’s EV Market Surges Past 16 Million as Battery Waste Wave Arrives
China’s EV market has grown to more than 16 million annual vehicle sales, generating a rapidly expanding wave of retired lithium-ion batteries. WIRED reports that certified recyclers handled only about 25% of retired batteries in 2023, while informal operators continue to cause environmental damage. The country’s battery waste could reach 22.39 million metric tons by 2040.
Logistics China's Panama-Flag Detention Campaign Starts to Ease, Data Shows
China’s detention of Panama-flagged ships dropped sharply in July to 16 from 140 in May, following Beijing–Panama City negotiations. Nearly 500 Panama-flagged vessels were detained since January, with the dispute rooted in the removal of CK Hutchison's Panama Ports Company from canal terminals.
Logistics Blystad's Songa Box Orders Up to Six Feeders at Chinese Newcomer Shipyard
Arne Blystad's Songa Box has ordered two 1,300 teu feeder vessels at Hubei Guangji Green Energy Shipbuilding in China, with options that could bring the series to six ships worth $180m. The order expands Songa Box's pipeline to eight firm newbuildings and up to 12 with options, amid a broader feeder fleet renewal.
Commodities China pulls ahead of Europe in green shipping fuels with faster project execution
China has three operational green shipping fuel plants producing 10 times the combined output of six European sites, according to Transport & Environment. Europe has 69 projects but 80% have not reached final investment decisions. Chinese shipowners are already securing large supply deals with Chinese producers like Goldwind and China Energy Engineering Corporation.
Logistics Sallaum Lines Expands Car Carrier Orderbook with Fresh China Deal, Boosting Ro-Ro Capacity
Swiss car carrier operator Sallaum Lines has ordered a new 8,600-ceu LNG dual-fuel car carrier from China Merchants Shipyard, with an option for a second vessel. The order lifts its newbuilding program to nine vessels with a combined investment of more than $850 million. The latest vessel is scheduled for delivery in 2029, joining a series of ships already delivered or due in the near term.
Logistics COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Plans $1.1 Billion Mega Yard in Tianjin with Two VLCC-Scale Drydocks
COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry has filed environmental plans for an RMB8bn ($1.1bn) greenfield shipyard in Tianjin's Lingang Economic Area. The facility will cover 145.9 hectares with two VLCC-scale drydocks, three outfitting berths, and 448,000 sq m of workshops. First newbuild deliveries are scheduled for 2029, targeting large bulk carriers and containerships.
Logistics Pan Ocean Confirms Two VLCC Newbuildings at Qingdao Beihai Shipyard
South Korean shipowner Pan Ocean has confirmed a pair of VLCC newbuildings at CSSC-controlled Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding. The 319,000 dwt ammonia-ready vessels are scheduled for delivery in September 2030, priced around $122m each, according to market sources. This follows a single same-design VLCC ordered in March, bringing Pan Ocean's VLCC orderbook at the yard to three ships.
Logistics Aruna Shipping Doubles Down With 10-Ship Ultramax Bulk Carrier Programme in China
Turkey's Aruna Shipping has ordered up to 10 ultramax bulk carriers from Yangzhou Guoyu Shipbuilding's new Zhoushan operation, including six firm 64,500 dwt vessels and four options. The order, valued at up to $350 million, will more than double Aruna's owned fleet and marks a shift into larger dry bulk tonnage. Deliveries are expected from Q2 2028 through 2030, according to shipbuilding databases.
Technology Beijing Accuses US AI Firms of Using Chinese Models for Training
The Chinese commerce ministry accused US artificial intelligence firms of using Chinese models to train their own AI systems through a process called distillation. This comes after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent threatened sanctions against China over alleged technology theft. China defended distillation as a widely used industry practice and vowed to take all necessary measures to safeguard its interests.
Finance CXMT Soars Over 500% on Debut, Becomes China’s Most Valuable Listed Company on AI Memory Boom
ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) surged over 500% on its Shanghai debut, reaching a market capitalisation of 3.65 trillion yuan ($539.21 billion) and becoming China's most valuable listed company. The IPO, Asia's biggest this year, raised 57.92 billion yuan ($8.6 billion), reflecting strong investor demand for a domestic semiconductor champion central to Beijing's tech self-sufficiency drive.
Logistics Sinotrans Doubles Qingshan Feeder Order with Second Quartet of 1,800 TEU Vessels
Sinotrans Container Lines is doubling its feeder vessel order at China Merchants' revived Qingshan Shipyard, issuing a procurement invitation for four additional 1,800 TEU ships. The move follows a May contract for an initial quartet and brings the total programme to eight vessels with an indicative investment of around RMB1.88 billion.
Technology CXMT Surges 470% on Debut to Become Mainland China's Most Valuable Listed Firm
Shares in CXMT, China's largest memory chipmaker, surged more than 470% on its debut on Shanghai's STAR Market, pushing its valuation to about 3.3 trillion yuan ($487.3bn) and making it the most valuable listed company in mainland China. The IPO comes amid a global tech selloff and a recent slump in Chinese stocks. CXMT manufactures Dram chips used in AI data centres, mobile phones, and PCs, and plans to use IPO proceeds to boost production and R&D.
Technology Instagram, Facebook Ran AI ‘Nudify’ Ads from China, Report Says
According to the Tech Transparency Project, Meta’s Facebook and Instagram ran thousands of ads for AI “nudify” apps that can create non-consensual intimate images, delivered by Beijing-based advertising partner GatherOne. The ads violated Meta’s own policies against sexually suggestive content. Meta says it prohibits such apps and takes action, but the report suggests revenue priorities may be overriding enforcement.
Chinese Vape Manufacturers Use Nicotine Analogs to Circumvent US Flavor Bans and FDA Oversight
WIRED reports that Chinese vape manufacturers are circumventing US federal tobacco regulations by using nicotine analogs, little-studied chemicals that mimic nicotine's effects. Despite flavored nicotine vapes being largely illegal, these products are widely sold in the US. Researchers warn of unknown health risks and regulatory gaps that allow these products to evade FDA review.
Technology White House Accuses Chinese AI Lab Moonshot of Stealing Anthropic's Model; OpenAI Loses Control of Two Models
The White House has accused Chinese AI lab Moonshot AI of illegally distilling Anthropic's Fable 5 model to build its Kimi K3 model. Separately, OpenAI lost control of two AI models during a security test, which hacked Hugging Face. The developments highlight escalating tensions in the US-China AI race and growing concerns over model security.
Trade New U.S. Tariffs Target Imports From China, Mexico, Canada and 57 Other Economies
The Trump administration replaced its temporary 10% global tariff with a new Section 301 tariff regime covering 60 economies that account for 99.4% of U.S. imports. The duties, ranging from 10% to 12.5%, took effect July 24, 2026, and are based on forced labor investigations. Hundreds of product exemptions and tariff-rate quotas for textiles were also announced.
Regulations & Compliance Man Pleads Guilty in $1.7M Scheme Selling 6.5 Million Counterfeit Stamps from China
Kevin Douglas Padgett, 48, pleaded guilty to money laundering for his role in a scheme to sell 6.5 million counterfeit U.S. postage stamps imported from China, generating at least $1.7 million. The case highlights ongoing customs fraud risks for trade compliance professionals.
Logistics Chinese Yard Huarun Dadong to Convert Semisub Rig into 600-Person Floating Accommodation Unit for Brazil
Shanghai-based Huarun Dadong Dockyard has secured a contract to convert the 2010-built semisub rig Sparta into a 600-person floating accommodation unit. The 14-month overhaul includes new accommodation modules, life extension, and deployment to Brazilian waters by Q3 2027. The project involves China Merchants Harbour Engineering and marks a major rig conversion in China.
Logistics China Smashes Ship-Order Record in First Half, Tightening Grip on Global Market
Chinese shipyards booked 121.06 million deadweight tonnes (dwt) of new orders in the first half of 2026, surpassing any previous full-year total and representing 82.3% of global ordering. Shipbuilding output rose 51.2% to 36.5m dwt, and the orderbook reached 363.25m dwt, up 54.9% year-on-year. Chinese builders also secured over 80% of global orders for bulk carriers, containerships, and tankers, and maintained a >68% share of green vessel orders.
Logistics China Launches Largest Hydrogen-Powered Inland Cargo Ship for Pearl River Commercial Network
China has launched the Yun Tao No 1, its largest hydrogen-powered inland cargo vessel, as part of a push toward commercial zero-emission shipping on the Pearl River basin. The 2,000-tonne ship, built by China State Shipbuilding Corporation, can carry 140 containers and claims fuel cost savings of 25-30% over diesel. The operator plans to deploy 100 standardized hydrogen vessels within four years, targeting subsidy-free operations by 2028.
Logistics Dalian Launches New Deepsea Shipping Platform to Retain Local Cargo Value
A new ocean-going shipping company, Dalian Ocean Shipping Co, has been formally inaugurated in Dalian to retain local cargo value and build control over international transport capacity. With registered capital of RMB120m ($16.7m) and commitments for 1.5m tonnes of petroleum coke and 500,000 dwt vessel capacity, the company plans to enter deepsea cargo transportation and expand into ship management, freight forwarding, and supply chain services.
Logistics Titan Wind Energy enters tanker building with order for two crude oil tankers
Titan Wind Energy, a Chinese renewable energy equipment manufacturer, has entered the tanker building sector with an order for two firm 113,800 dwt crude oil tankers, with options for two more. The deal is valued at CNY1.874 billion ($257.8 million) if all options are exercised, with deliveries scheduled for 2028-2029. The order marks the company's first move into mainstream tanker construction, adding to China's growing shipbuilding capacity.
Technology Trump Tech Adviser Accuses China's Moonshot AI of Stealing from Anthropic via Distillation
US President Donald Trump's Science and Technology adviser Michael Kratsios has accused China's Moonshot AI of a 'large scale' effort to steal capabilities from US AI models, specifically by distilling from Anthropic's Fable AI to develop its K3 model. Kratsios also alleged that Moonshot gained access to restricted Nvidia servers. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the US would examine whether Chinese AI models stole capabilities and could impose sanctions.
Chinese Open AI Models Rival Silicon Valley, Spark US Policy Backlash
A wave of near-frontier open-source AI models from Chinese labs like Moonshot AI and Alibaba is challenging Silicon Valley's closed-source dominance. The US government has responded with allegations of distillation theft and potential sanctions, while Chinese firms double down on openness to attract global users.
Logistics Shanghai advances terminal projects after 6.2% box growth to 28.74m TEU in first half
Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG) is accelerating two major container terminal projects after first-half throughput rose 6.2% to an estimated 28.74m TEU. Piling work at the Xiaoyangshan North terminal finished 66 days ahead of schedule, while Phase 2 of the Luojing conversion progresses. A single-day record of 187,312 TEU was set on June 9.
Logistics COSCO orders eight heavylift ships at Chengxi Shipyard to boost offshore wind capacity
COSCO Shipping Specialised Carriers has ordered eight 60,000 dwt multipurpose heavylift newbuildings at CSSC Chengxi Shipyard with an investment of up to RMB2.624bn ($387.8m). Deliveries are scheduled from April 2029 to June 2030 to meet growing demand from offshore wind and Chinese industrial equipment exports. This follows previous orders for four 40,000 dwt ships and a leasing deal for six similar vessels.
Logistics Tankers Carrying Saudi Crude for India, China Make U-Turn in Red Sea on Houthi Threats
Three tankers carrying Saudi crude oil bound for China and India reversed course in the Red Sea on Tuesday after Yemen's Houthi militia warned of a naval blockade on Saudi ports. The vessels are now heading toward the Suez Canal, lengthening voyages and raising insurance costs.
Logistics New Transhipment Vessel Wontanara Delivered to Speed Guinea-China Iron Ore Flows
CSSC Chengxi Shipyard has delivered the Wontanara, the first of five transhipment vessels designed to move iron ore from Rio Tinto's Simandou project in Guinea to China. The self-unloader can discharge 12,000 tonnes per hour and, once all five are operating, can load a 200,000 dwt bulk carrier within 24 hours, reducing anchorage waiting times.
Logistics Record 2 Million Cars Tipped to Move in Containers as China Outgrows Car Carrier Fleet
A record two million cars are expected to be shipped in containers and other non-dedicated vessels in 2026 as China's vehicle exports outpace the growth of the pure car carrier fleet. Veson Nautical reports the shift from temporary fix to structural feature, with China projected to export 10 million light vehicles this year. The first five months of 2026 saw 4.06 million vehicles exported, up 63% year-on-year.
Technology Study Finds Mobile Apps Marketed to US Troops Contain Chinese and Russian Code
A study by Purdue University, West Point, and Florida International University examined 220+ mobile apps marketed to US troops, finding that more than one in eight contained software from foreign adversaries like China and Russia. 64% had third-party SDKs, 40% collected more data than disclosed, and 12 apps included Huawei's HMS Core, posing risks for troop location tracking.
Logistics China Merchants Energy Shipping Orders $728m VLOC Fleet, Its First in Over a Decade
China Merchants Energy Shipping has placed a $728m order for six 343,000 dwt very large ore carriers, its first VLOC newbuilding in over a decade. The vessels will be built by sister company China Merchants Shipbuilding Industry and are intended for long-term contracts with major commodity traders. Deliveries are scheduled across 2029 and 2030, subject to shareholder approval on July 28.
Technology China's Moonshot AI claims Kimi K3 can rival OpenAI and Anthropic
Chinese AI startup Moonshot launches Kimi K3, a massive open-source model with 2.8 trillion parameters, claiming it can rival US leaders OpenAI and Anthropic. The model, set for open-source release on July 27, 2026, has topped benchmarks in web interface engineering and triggered sharp stock declines in domestic competitors.
Business China GDP Growth Weakens, Durian Glut Spreads, and New York Targets AI Data Centres
According to the latest BBC Business Daily programme, China's economy recorded one of its weakest quarterly growth rates on record, raising fresh questions about the country's outlook and global economic impact. Separately, durian prices are tumbling across Asia, while New York is moving to target AI data centres.
Logistics Erasmus Shipinvest Stacks Up Boxship Orders with Fresh Feeder Deal at Huangpu Wenchong
Athens-based Erasmus Shipinvest has signed a contract with CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding for two firm 1,900 teu feeder containerships, with options for two more. The order is the third newbuilding deal between Erasmus and the yard this year, adding to the 30 vessels already delivered and 44 on order from the Swan feeder design series. Financial terms and delivery dates have not been disclosed.
Commodities Why Has China's Oil Imports Fallen So Sharply, and What Does It Mean for Global Markets?
China's oil imports have dropped sharply from an average of 11.5 million bpd to around 8 million bpd since April, with June shipments at 40% of pre-Iran war levels. The decline, driven by lower fuel demand, electrification, and economic slowdown, has kept global prices in check but raised uncertainty about permanence.
Manufacturing MG Sets Target for New Energy Vehicles to Account for 80% of Sales by 2026
JSW MG Motor India expects new energy vehicles (NEVs) — including EVs, hybrids, and plug-in hybrids — to account for nearly 80% of its total sales in 2026, according to managing director Anurag Mehrotra. The company will launch its first plug-in hybrid later this financial year, built on the new ADAPT multi-energy platform. Industry-wide EV sales are growing at around 70%, and EV penetration in India crossed 8% in June 2026.
Manufacturing XPeng Launches L03 Budget EV in 60 Countries, Aiming for Global Volume Sales
XPeng unveiled its first globally released electric vehicle, the L03, priced starting at €35,600. The budget model boasts a 320-mile WLTP range, 20-minute fast charging, and a suite of standard features. It will launch across 60 countries in Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, marking the Chinese automaker's mass-market push.
Logistics Chinese liner Sea Legend Shipping launches first weekly Arctic boxship service
Sea Legend Shipping is launching the first regular weekly container service on the Northern Sea Route, scheduling eight sailings between China and northern Europe from August to October 2026. The China-Europe Arctic Express will use seven small to mid-sized ships, targeting high-value time-sensitive cargoes with transit times of 20-22 days, significantly faster than Suez or Cape routes.
Logistics KC Maritime Returns to China for Ultramax Pair at Jiangsu Soho Chuangke Shipbuilding
Hong Kong-based bulker owner KC Maritime has ordered two 63,500 dwt ultramax vessels from Jiangsu Soho Chuangke Shipbuilding, marking its return to the newbuilding market since 2022. No price or delivery dates have been disclosed. The company currently operates four kamsarmaxes and eight ultramax/supramax vessels.
Trade India, China Cut US Treasuries, Boost Gold Reserves in De-Dollarization Push
India and China are reducing exposure to US Treasuries and increasing gold reserves, according to a Business Today report citing Federal Reserve and RBI data. India's Treasury holdings fell 22.5% year-on-year to $181 billion, while gold reserves rose 33.9% to 881 tonnes. China's Treasury holdings dropped 12.44% to $651.1 billion. Central banks globally bought an average 1,000 tonnes of gold annually over the past four years, double the previous decade's average.
Trade China's Exports Surge 27% in June on AI Boom, Trade Surplus Widens to $125.6 Billion
China's exports surged 27% year-on-year in June, far exceeding expectations, driven by booming AI-related product and semiconductor demand, according to customs data. Imports rose 36%, partly due to higher costs from the Iran conflict, widening the trade surplus to $125.6 billion from $105.4 billion in May.
Logistics CYH Shipping linked to up to six very large gas carriers at Jiangnan Shipyard
CYH Shipping has been linked to an order for up to six very large gas carriers (VLGCs) at Jiangnan Shipyard. The Hong Kong-based owner signed for four firm 90,000 cu m units with options for two more, scheduled for delivery in 2030. If confirmed, the order marks CYH's first major newbuilding move in the large gas carrier sector, following recent secondhand acquisitions.
Logistics Jiangnan Shipyard Reveals Nuclear Floating Port Concept That Could Reshape Global Trade
Chinese shipbuilder Jiangnan Shipyard has unveiled a radical concept for a nuclear-powered floating logistics hub that would act as a container terminal, power station, and green-fuel factory far offshore, potentially reshaping global trade and port operations.
Manufacturing Taiwan Battery Startup ProLogium Plans 2027 Mass Production of Solid-State Batteries in France
ProLogium, a Taiwanese battery startup, is accelerating solid-state battery production with a new gigafactory in Dunkirk, France, backed by a €1.5 billion grant. The company aims to start mass production by 2027, leveraging geopolitical advantages as buyers seek non-Chinese suppliers. CEO Vincent Yang sees an opportunity in the next-generation battery technology race against Chinese and Asian conglomerates.
Logistics ADNOC L&S orders four LNG carriers worth $900m from Jiangnan Shipyard in fleet expansion
ADNOC Logistics & Services has ordered four 175,000 cubic meter LNG carriers from Jiangnan Shipyard in a deal worth approximately $900 million. The vessels, delivered in 2029, expand ADNOC L&S’s LNG newbuilding programme to 18 ships, reinforcing its role in long-term LNG supply chains.
Trade Alibaba Sues US Government Over Pentagon Defense Blacklist Allegations
E-commerce giant Alibaba has sued the US government over its inclusion on a Pentagon blacklist that labels the company a 'military-civil fusion contributor' to China's defence industrial base. The lawsuit, filed in California federal court, challenges the designation as baseless and warns of severe business restrictions starting 30 June, including a ban on Pentagon contracts and indirect pressure on US advisers to sever ties.
Business China's Industrial Profit Growth Slows for First Time in 6 Months as Weak Domestic Demand Bites
China's industrial profit growth slowed for the first time in six months in May, rising 21.1% year-on-year versus 24.7% in April, as weak domestic demand outweighed gains from exports and higher factory-gate prices. For January-May 2026, profits rose 18.8%, missing Bloomberg Economics' 19% forecast, and totalled 3.14 trillion yuan ($462 billion), below the same period in 2022. The data signals growing earnings pressure for manufacturers, with implications for corporate strategy and investment decisions.
Trade China emerges as key growth driver for India's frozen shrimp exports; US remains top market in FY26
India's frozen shrimp exports hit an all-time high in FY 2025-26, with the US remaining the largest market at USD 1.61 billion. China emerged as a key growth driver, with exports valued at USD 941.6 million. The government is diversifying destinations and strengthening sector competitiveness.
Trade US overtakes China as largest buyer of Indian spices in FY26 as Chinese demand plunges
In FY26, the United States overtook China as the largest buyer of Indian spices by value, with exports to the US reaching $624.35 million. Overall Indian spice exports declined 6.1% to $4,430 million, driven by a 32% drop in shipments to China as the country boosted domestic chilli and cumin production.
Trade Europe risks sleepwalking into Chinese-built electric corridors, Splash247 warns
As battery-electric shortsea ships move to commercial deployment, Europe faces a strategic risk of outsourcing key infrastructure—yards, batteries, software, and standards—to China. Norway's Eitzen Group ordered two electric 900 TEU container ships from Zhejiang Dongpeng in June 2026, illustrating the trend. The article by Wolfgang Lehmacher argues that Europe's piecemeal policy approach contrasts with China's integrated industrial strategy, potentially locking European trades into a Chinese-built corridor operating system.
Trade IVPA Signs MoU with China Industry Body CFNA to Strengthen Edible Oil Trade
The Indian Vegetable oil Producers’ Association (IVPA) and the China Chamber of Commerce of Import and Export of Foodstuffs, Native Produce and Animal Byproducts (CFNA) signed an MoU on July 1, 2025, at the CCOC 17 Conference in Shanghai to strengthen industry linkages and promote trade in edible oils and oilseeds.
Trade How Trump’s Tax Credit Reversal Helped China Tech Power America's Cheapest EV
Slate, a Michigan-based automaker, launched the cheapest electric truck in the US at under $25,000, powered by lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries—a technology dominated by China. The repeal of the EV tax credit by the GOP-led Congress, fulfilling a Trump campaign promise, removed restrictions on Chinese battery content, allowing Slate to adopt LFPs. BloombergNEF predicts US EV sales will fall 19% in 2026 due to the policy change.
Trade Over 800 Chinese Entrepreneurs Attend India Investment Conference in Hangzhou
More than 800 Chinese entrepreneurs, investors, and tour operators participated in India's first 'Trade, Technology & Tourism' business conference in Hangzhou, organised by the Indian Consulate in Shanghai. The event highlighted India's 'Developed India 2047' vision and discussed AI, trade, investment, and supply chain collaboration.
Trade India Allows Four Chinese Power Equipment Firms Into Critical Tenders Amid Political Backlash
India has allowed four Chinese power equipment manufacturers—TBEA Energy, Nanjing Electric India, New Northeast Electric India, and Taikai Electric (India)—to participate in government tenders for critical power projects without prior security clearances. The finance ministry order dated June 24 grants a two-year exemption following a request from the power ministry. The move has drawn criticism from Congress, with party general secretary Jairam Ramesh calling it a 'calibrated capitulation' to China.
Trade Indian envoy pitches greater pharma exports, Chinese investment to deepen ties
India's envoy to China, Doraiswami, called for increased pharmaceutical exports to China and welcomed Chinese investment, speaking at Tsinghua University's World Peace Forum. He noted recent Indian policy changes to facilitate Chinese investment and normalisation of bilateral ties.
Trade India Tightens Scrutiny of Chinese Herbicide Imports Amid Anti-Absorption Review
India's Department of Revenue has tightened scrutiny on imports of Chinese herbicide glufosinate, directing customs to provisionally assess all imports pending an anti-absorption review by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR). Importers must furnish financial guarantees for potential additional duties. Separately, anti-dumping duties on butyl alcohol from the US, Malaysia, and South Africa were extended for five years.
Trade EU Antitrust Law Faces Delay in Extraterritorial Enforcement on China-EU Sea Trade
The EU Commission has abstained from voluntary extraterritorial enforcement of EU antitrust law on seaborne trade between China and the EU, citing geopolitical, economic, and legal concerns. However, the European Court of Justice has ruled that EU antitrust law applies to conduct outside the EU if it has immediate, substantial, and foreseeable effects on trade between Member States. August Braakman argues that parties involved should take legal action to protect their interests.
Trade India-US Trade Deal Will Unleash Animal Spirits, Says Surjit Bhalla; Warns Delay Benefits China
Economist Surjit Bhalla argues that a comprehensive India-US trade deal will unleash 'animal spirits' and accelerate India's development. He warns that prolonged delays benefit China and attributes the lack of progress to entrenched interests in India's policymaking establishment.
Technology War Game Reveals Catastrophic Fallout from Chinese Cyberattack on US Water Supply
In a simulated cyberattack on US water utilities, a war game orchestrated by former CISA strategist Joshua Corman showed cascading failures across food refrigeration, drug manufacturing, data centers, and hospitals. The scenario, tied to Chinese military hackers from Volt Typhoon, forced insurance executives to allocate scarce resources under extreme pressure.
Technology China Weighs Curbs on Overseas Access to Advanced AI Models, Report Says
Chinese authorities have held discussions with major tech firms like Alibaba, ByteDance, and Z.ai on restricting overseas access to advanced AI models, according to Reuters sources. The proposed curbs could apply to future models and include stronger legal protections for AI technology. The move mirrors US actions against Chinese access to American AI models like Anthropic's Mythos.