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China’s Autonomous Driving Market Bifurcates as Regulatory Frameworks Redefine Liability in 2026

In 2026, China's autonomous driving sector is moving away from a uniform development trajectory into three distinct strategic pathways defined by Levels 2, 3, and 4. Following a period of regulatory calibration in 2025—which saw the commoditization of driver-assistance systems—the market is shifting focus from

Inside the "Hand-Assembled" Reality of China’s Humanoid Robot Industry

The burgeoning humanoid robot industry, projected by investors as the defining technology trend of 2025, is facing a critical bottleneck in manufacturing scalability that contradicts current market valuations. Despite the high-tech narrative surrounding "embodied artificial intelligence," the actual production process remains heavily reliant on manual labor and

Low Margins, High Volume: How Leapmotor Built a Growth Engine Against China’s EV Headwinds

As China’s electric vehicle (EV) industry grapples with slowing demand growth and shrinking margins, Leapmotor has emerged as a notable outlier. In a year marked by intense competition and mounting pressure across the sector, the Hangzhou-based automaker has delivered robust sales growth while maintaining profitability—without resorting to

Huawei Debuts High-End Nova 15 Ultra Powered by New Kirin 9010S Chip

Huawei officially released the nova 15 Ultra today, positioning the device as a premium flagship within its nova lineup. The smartphone marks a significant hardware upgrade for the series, starting at a price point of RMB 4,199 (US$578). For the first time, the nova series utilizes a Kirin

ChinaBiz Briefing: Domestic GPU Breakthroughs, AI IPO Wave, and the Coming EV Consolidation

The Big Picture Today’s briefing highlights a pivotal moment of maturation across China's tech landscape. While domestic chipmakers like Moore Threads are aggressively scaling infrastructure to bypass sanctions, leading Generative AI startups are rushing to Hong Kong's capital markets to prove their business models. Meanwhile,

Hainan Logistics Shift to Skies as Drones Cut Delivery Times to 20 Minutes

Logistics operators have successfully implemented aerial cargo deliveries across the Qiongzhou Strait, marking a strategic shift in supply chain management for the newly established Hainan Free Trade Port. The initiative aims to alleviate capacity constraints on traditional maritime shipping routes as China’s southern island province enters a new phase

Li Auto Accelerates Global Expansion With Entry Into Egypt and Central Asian Markets

Li Auto has rapidly expanded its international footprint by launching operations in Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and Egypt, marking a significant advancement in its globalization strategy. This aggressive rollout extends the Chinese new energy vehicle manufacturer's reach across Central Asia, the Caucasus region, and into the African market. The Beijing-

China’s IPO Market Resurges as AI Firms Rush to List in 2025

Artificial intelligence has emerged as the defining force in China’s capital markets in 2025, driving a significant resurgence in initial public offerings and fundamentally altering valuations. One in every four newly listed Chinese companies this year is AI-related, marking a structural shift where the technology has transitioned from

Report: OPPO Find X9 Ultra Set to Feature World’s First Dual 200MP Camera System

Recent media reports indicate that the high-end smartphone market is poised for a significant hardware advancement, with new leaks suggesting the imminent release of a flagship device equipped with a groundbreaking dual 200-megapixel camera system. According to a report published by Huawei Central on December 22, 2025, the

Huawei Reportedly Preparing Screen and Chip Upgrades for Upcoming Pura X2 Foldable

New reports indicate widespread hardware enhancements for the next-generation foldable smartphone from Huawei, with leaks pointing to significantly larger displays and advanced processing power. According to a report published by Huawei Central on December 22, 2025, the upcoming device, tentatively identified as the Huawei Pura X2, is currently in