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China Reportedly Plans to Ban on Use of iPhone in State Firms and Agencies

The media reported that the Chinese authorities plan to expand the scope of the ban on the use of smartphones of the iPhone line, which is currently applied to secret units, by extending this restrictive measure to agencies that receive government support and state-owned companies.

Science & Technology

Baidu to Benefit by Launch Ernie Bot

Leading Chinese Internet search provider Baidu may benefit significantly from the earlier-than-expected launch of an AI-based chatbot Ernie, which is similar to OpenAI’s ChatGPT.

Finance & Economics

Alibaba Cloud Eyes Private Round to Raise Funds from Chinese State-Owned Enterprises

The media, citing knowledgeable persons, reported that the cloud unit of Alibaba Group Holding is currently exploring the possibility of conducting a private round of financing to raise funds from Chinese state-owned enterprises.

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China Reportedly Seeks Money to Drive Chipmaking

The media, citing persons who provided information on condition of anonymity, reported that China is currently seeking to raise funds in the amount of more than $40 billion to create a kind of investment base for the development of the local industry sector specializing in the production of chips and research in the relevant sphere.

Finance & Economics

Country Garden Warns About Threat of Default

Country Garden, one of the giants of the Chinese real estate sector, on Wednesday, August 30, announced the threat of default on its huge debts.

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Baidu Reportedly to Get China Approval for AI Models

The media reported that this week China will approve the first batch of generating artificial intelligence services for public implementation.

Society & Lifestyle

China Fines US Firm Mintz Group

China has fined the American company Mintz Group, which specializes in corporate legal expertise.

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China Aims to Expand Government Control To Metaverse

China is reportedly looking to implement a system with digital IDs and real-world punishments for actions in the Metaverse

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China’s Evergrande Group Files for Bankruptcy in New York

Evergrande Group, at one time the second-largest real estate developer in China, filed for bankruptcy in New York.

Society & Lifestyle

China’s Internet Regulator Discusses New Data-Security Rules With Foreign Firms

The Chinese Internet regulator is discussing options for applying new data security rules with foreign companies, including Walmart.

News

Tencent Plans to Unveil AI Model

Tencent has been testing a proprietary AI model internally across different business segments, including advertising and fintech.

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JPMorgan Сhanges Default Forecast for Emerging Markets

JPMorgan has made changes to the forecast for high-yield corporate default in global emerging markets, increasing the level of probability of this scenario.

Science & Technology

USA to Restrict Investments in Chinese Technology Sector

The administration of US President Joe Biden last Wednesday, August 9, announced its intention to introduce restrictive measures concerning the investment of American venture capital, private companies, and joint ventures in the Chinese technology sector.

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Chinese Export Declines Most in Last Three Years

By the end of July, China recorded a sharper reduction in import and export indicators compared to initial expectations.

Finance & Economics

China’s Central Bank Calls On Financial Sector to Help Fund Technology Research

The Central Bank of China has appealed to the local financial sector to provide material support, in this case, it means providing money, in conducting research in the area of technology and implementing mergers and acquisitions.

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Transactions With Digital Yuan Hit $250 Billion

In China, the total volume of transactions using digital yuan exceeded the $250 billion mark.