Long-standing US–China rivalry continues in tech

Long-standing US–China rivalry continues in tech

HANGZHOU, China  The tech war between the US and China continues as Chinese firms Tencent and Deep Robotics produce artificial intelligence (AI) and robot technologies that rival those of their American counterparts, becoming viable alternatives in the global tech scene. The fierce and long-standing US–China rivalry is not only diplomatic or via trade but also…

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What are China’s ‘future industries’ – and why they matter in the global tech race

What are China’s ‘future industries’ – and why they matter in the global tech race

As the dust barely settles on “Made in China 2025”, Beijing is intensifying its quest for technological supremacy with a focus on “future industries” amid its escalating rivalry with the United States. Authorities are pushing boundaries in their pursuit of a new growth model centred on technological breakthroughs and industrial upgrades. What are “future industries”?…

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