The Post continues its scrutiny of words and phrases that have entered the Chinese lexicon which reflect the societal changes and challenges that have taken place in the country in recent times. In the second of our two-part linguistic exploration, we delve into sayings that reflect individuals’ efforts to adapt and survive in a country…
In part one of a two-part series, the Post takes a look at some of the descriptions and phrases which have arisen in modern-day China. These highlight the dramatic changes that mainland society has undergone in recent times and reflect the very real struggles that people face as they strive for a better life, often…
A judge has ordered Google to open up Android to rival third-party app stores. The ruling is part of Epic Games’ blockbuster antitrust case against Google. Google said it plans to appeal the ruling and ask the courts to pause implementing remedies. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while…
Featuring Innovative Global Products, Solutions and Parts The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will host two prominent exhibitions in Hong Kong from 13-16 October — Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) (EFAE) and electronicAsia (eAsia), which is co-organized with MMI Asia Pte Ltd. Both events will take place from 13 to 16 October 2024, at the…
Topline Meta co-founder Mark Zuckerberg became the third richest person in the world Friday, taking the title from Amazon chairman Jeff Bezos after a strong week of trading for Meta shares, which are up more than 5% this week. Zuckerberg’s net worth reached the $200 billion mark Thursday. (Photo by JOSH EDELSON/AFP via Getty ……
Mark Zuckerberg just secured his place as the world’s second-richest person for the first time ever—and he could be on his way to the top. The Meta CEO leapfrogged Amazon founder Jeff Bezos by $1 billion to take the number two spot on Thursday with a net worth of $206 billion, according to the Bloomberg…
CLN KraneShares Key News Asian equities were lower on Middle East tension and a stronger US dollar except for Japan, which rose on a weaker yen as Mainland China is on holiday until next Tuesday. South Korea was closed for National Day, and Taiwan for a typhoon again. Yes, Hong Kong was lower/took a breather…
A dangerous new strain of malware is spreading across Europe — putting millions of Android phone owners at risk. Dubbed Octo2, ThreatFabric cybersecurity researchers first uncovered the malware masquerading as popular Android apps like Google Chrome, an app called Europe Enterprise, or NordVPN. The latter is one of the best VPN deals available, offering to…
CLN KraneShares Week in Review Asian equities were higher this week except for Singapore, Pakistan, Malaysia, and Indonesia, as Hong Kong and Mainland China outperformed on rate cuts and new stimulus measures. China’s equity market surged on Tuesday as the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) announced broad rate cuts, a lowering of mortgage down payment…
CLN KraneShares Key News Asian equities were mixed overnight as Mainland China outperformed and South Korea underperformed. Hong Kong and Mainland China opened higher after yesterday’s monetary policy bazooka. Still, they faded across the trading day, though both managed to post gains, especially the latter, on very higher volumes of 244% and 148% of the…