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UBTECH Robotics Strikes Deal to Control Manufacturer Fenglong Electric in Supply Chain Push

UBTECH Robotics has agreed to acquire a controlling stake in Shenzhen-listed Zhejiang Fenglong Electric for a total consideration of RMB 1.665 billion (US$229 million). The strategic move underscores the humanoid robot maker’s aggressive push to vertically integrate its supply chain and bolster massive manufacturing capabilities just

ChinaBiz Briefing: EV Global Manufacturing, “China’s SpaceX” IPO, and ByteDance’s AI Surge

China’s technology and industrial sectors are shifting from volume-based domestic competition to high-value global expansion and capital market maturity. As automakers accelerate flexible localization strategies to bypass mounting trade barriers, critical milestones in the private space sector and consumer AI suggest the country’s "hard tech&

Smartphone Makers Pivot to New Form Factors as ‘Thinness War’ Hits Ceiling

The race to develop the thinnest foldable smartphone has reached a technical plateau in 2025, prompting major manufacturers to shift their strategic focus toward novel form factors and utility. While brands continue to engineer incrementally slimmer devices, the diminishing returns on consumer excitement and hardware compromises have compelled the industry

Global Markets Become Main Battlefield for Chinese Automakers as Exports Surge

Chinese automakers are pivoting aggressively to international markets, with overseas sales becoming a primary driver of revenue amid saturating domestic demand. This strategic migration is reshaping the global automotive landscape as major players accelerate local production capabilities to bypass trade barriers and capture higher margins. In the first 11 months

“China's SpaceX” LandSpace Targets STAR Market IPO With US$2.8 Billion Valuation

LandSpace has completed its pre-listing tutoring, marking a decisive step toward an initial public offering on Shanghai’s STAR Market. The Beijing-based rocket manufacturer, valued at approximately RMB 20 billion (US$2.76 billion), is poised to become the first commercial spaceflight firm to list on China’s

China’s Domestic Auto Brands Are Overtaking Foreign Luxury Carmakers

Chinese automakers have successfully dismantled the stronghold of traditional European luxury brands in the premium vehicle segment, fundamentally altering the competitive landscape of the world’s largest auto market. Domestic manufacturers have eroded the market share of legacy giants, forcing a structural shift in pricing power and consumer preference. In

Huawei Regains Top Spot in China as Mate 80 Sales Jump 23%

Recent reports from media indicate that the latest smartphone lineup from Huawei has recorded a significant surge in initial sales volume compared to its previous generation, marking a robust resurgence for the Chinese tech giant in the premium handset market. According to a report published by the Huawei Central on

Global Smartwatch Market Shifts: Xiaomi Overtakes Samsung as Apple Ends Slump

The global smartwatch industry is undergoing a significant structural realignment in 2025, characterized by a resurgence in shipment growth and a reshuffling of the competitive landscape among top manufacturers. A leading Chinese technology firm has successfully surpassed its Korean rival to enter the top three, while the US market leader

ByteDance’s AI Chatbot Doubao Surpasses 100 Million Daily Active Users

According to an exclusive report published by the Chinese media outlet 36Kr on December 24, 2025, Doubao has exceeded 100 million daily active users (DAU). Notably, sources within ByteDance revealed that Doubao achieved this milestone with the lowest expenditure on user growth and marketing of any product in the company&

Ten Key Events Witnessing China's Auto Industry Transformation in 2025

In a year defined by profound transformation, the Chinese automotive sector has navigated 2025 with a clear focus on "stabilizing volume and improving quality." The following report, originally published by NBD Automotive, was released on December 24, 2025. It details the accelerating restructuring of the global industry landscape