Chinese Server with Dual Hygon CPUs Struggles to Match Decade-Old Intel Laptop Chip
A Chinese-made Hygon server system with two 16-core processors delivers surprisingly weak performance in Geekbench AI benchmarks, barely matching a 2015 Intel mobile chip. The results highlight growing technological gaps as trade restrictions limit Chinese chipmakers' access to modern architectures.
Mysterious RTX 4010 GPU Appears in China: Repurposed Nvidia Workstation Card Raises Questions
A modified version of Nvidia's RTX A400 workstation GPU has surfaced in Chinese markets as the consumer-focused RTX 4010, despite no official release from Nvidia. This unauthorized conversion highlights creative solutions for affordable gaming GPUs while raising concerns about warranty and support.
Tokyo University Under Fire for Using Tiananmen Square Reference to Block Chinese Applicants
Tokyo University faces controversy after embedding a banned Chinese keyword referencing Tiananmen Square in its graduate admissions website code, effectively blocking access from mainland China. The incident has reignited concerns about discrimination against Chinese nationals in Japanese academia.
US Tightens Export Controls to Block China's AI Chip Development
The US Commerce Department has imposed stringent export restrictions targeting China's semiconductor industry, blocking access to critical chip manufacturing equipment and software. These comprehensive controls aim to limit China's ability to develop advanced AI chips and military applications.
Tencent Launches Palm-Scanning Payment System in China, Raising Privacy Concerns
Chinese tech giant Tencent introduces Weixin Palm Payment, allowing users to make transactions with just a hand wave using palm-print and vein pattern scanning. While offering convenience, the biometric payment system has sparked debates about surveillance and cybersecurity risks.
Intel's Arc Battlemage GPUs: December Launch Date Revealed Through Chinese Manufacturer
Intel's next-gen Arc Battlemage graphics cards are set for a December 4 reveal, according to Chinese GPU maker Gunnir's teaser. The launch will introduce two models targeting budget and mid-range segments, with reviews expected shortly after the announcement.
Huawei's New Smartphone Signals Growing Tech Divide Between China and US
Chinese tech giant Huawei prepares to launch a smartphone running entirely on its homegrown HarmonyOS, marking a decisive break from US technology dependence. The move highlights the accelerating technological decoupling between the two nations as China pushes for self-reliance in critical sectors.
Huawei Aims to Expand Harmony OS with Ambitious 100,000 App Target
Chinese tech giant Huawei announces plans to dramatically scale its Harmony operating system by targeting 100,000 apps within a year. The initiative represents a major push for technological self-reliance as the company continues to navigate US sanctions.
Major GPU Manufacturer Relocates from China to Singapore Ahead of RTX 5090 Launch
PC Partner Group Limited, maker of Zotac and other GPU brands, plans strategic relocation from Hong Kong to Singapore to avoid US semiconductor export restrictions. The world's second-largest graphics card manufacturer aims to maintain production capabilities ahead of NVIDIA's next-gen RTX 5090 launch.
Huawei's Revolutionary MED Storage Technology Combines SSD Speed with Tape Capacity
Huawei unveils groundbreaking magneto-electric disk storage that fuses SSD and tape capabilities while using 90% less power than traditional HDDs. This innovative solution helps the company maintain competitiveness despite US trade restrictions.