BEIJING (Reuters) — China issued guidelines on Friday to promote biotech cultivation, focusing on gene-editing tools and developing new wheat, corn and soybean varieties, as part of efforts to ensure food security and boost agriculture technology. The 2024-2028 plan aims to achieve “independent and controllable” seed sources for key crops, with a focus to cultivate high-yield,…
TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Taiwan’s stock market surged on Wednesday (Jan. 22), closing with a significant rally driven by strong performances in the electronics sector. The market opened 172 points higher at 23,472 points and continued to rise, gaining over 300 points to reach a peak of 33,600.11 points. TSMC (台積電) led the charge, increasing…
TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Authorities in Hong Kong stated on Wednesday (Jan. 22) that immediate assistance was offered to a Hong Kong tourist who was seriously injured at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport last Sunday. Local police suspect the taxi driver’s poor condition may have contributed to the accident, as he reportedly deviated from his lane…
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 January 2025 – The Transport Department of the HKSAR Government recently announced an increase in the daily processing capacity for “Northbound Travel for Hong Kong Vehicles”, raising the limit from 400 to 500 applications per working day, reflecting a growing demand in the market. Automotive Platforms…
Vivian Toh is the chief editor of techtechchina, a Chinese tech news startup. Chinese technology giants, once synonymous with rapid, aggressive expansion, are now embracing a more calculated, cooperative approach in Southeast Asia’s fintech landscape. At the recent Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF), Tencent, Alibaba and Huawei showcased strategies that reflect a recalibrated pursuit of growth,…
Newly appointed Hong Kong transport minister Mable Chan’s strong grasp of policy will make her the ideal person to form a mutually complementary partnership with the new tourism chief, observers have said. After replacing sacked transport secretary Lam Sai-hung on Thursday, Chan, 58, vowed to focus on four main areas, including leading the way on…
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) – Some say they made the the right call by hanging up the phone. A principal in the valley says the Clark County School District is onto something with the new signal blocking cell phone pouches in the classroom. FOX5 spoke with that principal and a student on how grades have…
Introducing the Future of Homemade Milk: Fresh, Nutritious, and Eco-Friendly November 27, 2024 11:49 AM EST | Source: Milk Depot Inc. Glencoe, Ontario–(Newsfile Corp. – November 27, 2024) – Milk Depot Inc., a leader in innovative lifestyle solutions, proudly announces the launch of its groundbreaking Milk Maker. This state of the art and must-have…
SHANGHAI — Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s pending return to office has fueled a major rally among semiconductor stocks in China, with tougher American policies seen accelerating Beijing’s push to bolster its domestic chip industry. China’s CSI Semiconductor Index gained for six straight sessions through the Monday following the Nov. 5 American presidential election, won by Trump….
(Reuters) — Pony AI is seeking a valuation of up to $4.48 billion in its U.S. initial public offering, it said on Thursday, as the Chinese autonomous driving firm moves ahead with its long-sought plan for a New York listing. Pony, backed by Japanese automaker Toyota, aims to raise up to $195 million by offering…