China’s war technology on parade

China’s war technology on parade

China on Wednesday staged its first major military parade in six years, showcasing progress in its long-running military modernisation in weapons ranging from torpedo-like sea drones to long-range missiles. Ahead of the parade, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two, Chinese officials said the military was displaying how it could harness…

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Signs of a new drone boat surface from China’s Victory Day parade rehearsal

Signs of a new drone boat surface from China’s Victory Day parade rehearsal

According to photos and footage circulating online, the uncrewed vessel was transported on a heavy semi-trailer and features a number of obvious stealth designs, including angled surfaces, a faceted hull and concealed superstructure. Online commenters said the structure would also have concealed antenna and radar, all aimed at reducing infrared, visual, and acoustic signatures. The…

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Hong Kong exchange’s confidential filing option lures tech listing hopefuls, law firm says

Hong Kong exchange’s confidential filing option lures tech listing hopefuls, law firm says

Nearly half of the biotech and technology start-ups seeking initial public offerings (IPOs) in Hong Kong are opting for confidential filings under a new listing channel that allows them to protect sensitive data, according to a lawyer with international law firm Cooley. Companies choosing confidential filings often have concerns about sensitive information being released to…

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Hong Kong exchange’s confidential filing option lures tech listing hopefuls, law firm says

Hong Kong exchange’s confidential filing option lures tech listing hopefuls, law firm says

Nearly half of the biotech and technology start-ups seeking initial public offerings (IPOs) in Hong Kong are opting for confidential filings under a new listing channel that allows them to protect sensitive data, according to a lawyer with international law firm Cooley. Companies choosing confidential filings often have concerns about sensitive information being released to…

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China’s cyberspace regulator summons Nvidia to explain H20 chip’s ‘back-door’ risks

China’s cyberspace regulator summons Nvidia to explain H20 chip’s ‘back-door’ risks

China’s cyberspace regulator has summoned Nvidia to explain whether its H20 chips have any “back-door safety” risks, casting a shadow over the US chip giant’s local operations. The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), the agency responsible for cybersecurity, said in a statement on Thursday that it had summoned and interviewed Nvidia regarding the risks associated…

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Talks deadline for CK Hutchison US$23 billion Panama ports deal passes on Sunday

Talks deadline for CK Hutchison US$23 billion Panama ports deal passes on Sunday

A deadline for exclusive talks on a US$23 billion sale of global port stakes by Hong Kong tycoon Li Ka-shing’s CK Hutchison Holdings passed without a deal on Sunday, with analysts expecting complex negotiations to be extended amid intense US-China geopolitical rivalry. The controversial transaction involved CK Hutchison selling stakes in 43 ports, including two…

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MiniMax, the ‘world-class’ AI start-up lauded by Jensen Huang, applies for Hong Kong IPO

MiniMax, the ‘world-class’ AI start-up lauded by Jensen Huang, applies for Hong Kong IPO

MiniMax, the artificial intelligence (AI) start-up backed by two of China’s largest technology conglomerates, has confidentially applied for a Hong Kong initial public offering (IPO), according to people familiar with the matter. China International Capital Corporation and UBS are the sponsors for the listing, according to the sources, who declined to be identified for discussing…

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MiniMax, the ‘world-class’ AI start-up lauded by Jensen Huang, applies for Hong Kong IPO

MiniMax, the ‘world-class’ AI start-up lauded by Jensen Huang, applies for Hong Kong IPO

MiniMax, the artificial intelligence (AI) start-up backed by two of China’s largest technology conglomerates, has confidentially applied for a Hong Kong initial public offering (IPO), according to people familiar with the matter. China International Capital Corporation and UBS are the sponsors for the listing, according to the sources, who declined to be identified for discussing…

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UK economy shrinks 0.1% in May

UK economy shrinks 0.1% in May

Britain’s economic output shrank by 0.1% in May, official data showed on Friday. Economists polled by Reuters had mostly forecast that gross domestic product would rise by 0.1% from April’s level. Britain’s economy expanded rapidly in the first quarter of 2025, outstripping growth in other countries in the Group of Seven advanced economies. In May…

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