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China has reached another milestone on its path to the moon. On August 15, engineers successfully carried out a ground test of the Long March 10 rocket’s first-stage propulsion system at Wenchang, firing seven YF-100K engines that produced nearly 1,000 tons of thrust, a new national record.

This achievement is part of a broader roadmap for a crewed lunar landing, which also includes testing the Mengzhou spacecraft’s escape system, validating the Lanyue lunar lander, and unveiling next-generation lunar spacesuits. Together, these steps show a methodical approach, validating each link in the mission chain rather than rushing to a single breakthrough.

With the Long March 10 test complete, China’s lunar ambitions are moving beyond planning into tangible engineering progress, bringing its goal of landing astronauts on the moon closer to reality.

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Unitree Robotics Targets $7B IPO, Signaling China’s Big Bet on Humanoid AI

China’s humanoid robotics leader, Unitree Robotics, is preparing for an IPO that could value the company at 50 billion yuan ($7B)—one of the largest tech listings in recent years.

Founded in 2016, Unitree has quickly risen to prominence with its humanoid robots that can walk, climb, and even perform synchronized dances on national TV. Backed by heavyweights like Alibaba, Tencent, and Geely, the company has already surpassed 1 billion yuan in annual revenue and confirmed profitability.

The IPO, planned for the Shanghai STAR Market, underscores Beijing’s push to make robotics and AI central to its strategy for technological leadership. It also comes as China looks to revive its IPO market and keep its most valuable “unicorns” listed domestically.

For investors, Unitree’s debut will be a test of confidence in humanoid robotics, a field blending AI, automation, and hardware at the forefront of global competition.

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Ant Group, the Chinese financial technology giant founded by Jack Ma, is doubling down on semiconductors with a fresh round of strategic investments. Over just ten days, its investment arm Yunya Enterprise Management Consulting secured stakes in three domestic chipmakers specializing in edge AI, large language model (LLM) acceleration, and advanced network chips.

These moves build on Ant’s “AI First” strategy, reinforcing its ambition to go beyond fintech and become a key player in frontier technologies like artificial intelligence and semiconductors. While this long-term pivot has impacted short-term earnings, it also underscores the rising importance of semiconductor self-reliance in China’s digital economy.

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China’s GAC has officially entered Israel’s EV market, debuting three models under its Aion brand, the Aion V, Aion Y, and Hyptec HT. With impressive ranges, fast-charging capabilities, and strong performance, these vehicles highlight China’s growing strength in electric mobility.

Chinese automakers already account for over 80% of EV sales in Israel this year, reshaping the country’s automotive market and reinforcing China’s leadership in the global EV transition.

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WTT, PICO, and Intel are joining forces to launch E-Smash 2025, a VR-powered table tennis competition debuting alongside China Smash 2025 at Beijing’s Shougang Park.

Blending table tennis’ rich heritage with the future of immersive esports, the event will feature online qualifiers, live finals on October 5, and an exclusive PICO VR zone for fans to experience next-gen gameplay. Powered by Intel’s computing backbone and PICO’s VR hardware, matches will run on Eleven Table Tennis, the leading VR simulation of the sport.

With this dual format, China Smash 2025 is shaping up to not only celebrate the world’s best athletes but also redefine how technology transforms fan engagement and global competition.

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China is rapidly emerging as a global biopharma powerhouse!

According to McKinsey’s upcoming Asia Biopharma Report, China is projected to become the world’s third-largest innovative drug market by 2028, overtaking Germany. With a $125B pharmaceutical market in 2023 and a 16% annual growth rate in innovative drugs, the shift from generics to groundbreaking therapies is accelerating.

China’s biotech firms are now moving from discovery to preclinical selection twice as fast as the global average, fueled by AI-driven R&D and one of the world’s largest clinical trial bases.

As domestic players gain ground against multinationals, China is set to reshape the global pharmaceutical landscape with blockbuster potential and cutting-edge innovation.

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Alibaba Reportedly Developing New AI Chip as Xi Rejects “Cold War Mentality”

Alibaba is moving deeper into AI hardware, reportedly developing a new chip to power its cloud services, part of China’s broader push to reduce reliance on U.S. semiconductors. The move comes as Washington tightens export restrictions on Nvidia’s most advanced chips, while Beijing doubles down on self-sufficiency in strategic technologies.

At the same time, President Xi has called for rejecting a “Cold War mentality” in AI, urging global cooperation over rivalry. Still, the U.S.–China tech race continues to shape a multipolar AI future.

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China has begun construction on its first photonic quantum computer factory in Shenzhen, a major step toward scaling one of the most advanced frontiers of computing. Operated by QBoson, the facility will have the capacity to produce dozens of photonic quantum computers annually, moving the technology from lab research to industrial production.

Unlike other quantum systems, photonic quantum computing can operate at room temperature, offering advantages such as stable performance, high qubit counts, and long coherence times, making it more practical for real-world use.

This project highlights China’s push to commercialize quantum technologies and strengthen its position in the global race for next-generation computing power.

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China’s Central New Energy Holding Group has partnered with data centre operator EGN to expand solar projects in Oman and explore local PV module manufacturing. The collaboration will focus on an integrated “generation-grid-load-storage” project powered by green energy, while also building infrastructure to support AI-driven data centres.

Beyond project development, the partnership aims to localize the value chain by investing in component production, training local talent, and setting new industrial standards. This move aligns with Oman’s growing clean energy ambitions and China’s expanding role in scaling renewable energy and digital infrastructure in the Middle East.

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Alibaba is showcasing strong AI momentum as it prepares to release its latest quarterly results, reinforcing China’s determination to lead the next wave of global tech innovation.

Over the past year, Alibaba has rolled out rapid AI upgrades and innovations, with its cloud division alone generating 31.4 billion yuan ($4.4B) in Q2, an 18% YoY increase. This reflects surging demand for AI-powered cloud solutions across industries, from e-commerce to logistics.

Unlike the U.S. subscription-heavy model, China’s AI push emphasizes accessibility, enterprise integration, and efficiency. API-based services are making advanced AI tools widely available and affordable, fueling growth for companies of all sizes and driving long-term competitiveness across the economy.

With expected revenue of 252.9 billion yuan, Alibaba’s deep AI investments highlight a strategic bet on the future, one that positions China as a global hub for applied AI innovation.

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