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China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

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Li Auto’s latest strategic shift leaves little margin for error

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Tencent is throwing its hat into the generative AI ring.

Tencent unveils AI upgrades to keep pace with tech rivals

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Luckin Coffee’s rapid expansion has positioned it as a dominant force in China’s coffee market, but at the cost of strained profit margins.

Luckin Coffee’s margins shrink amid expansion to outplay Starbucks

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Advances in CCUS technology are laying the groundwork for the mass sequestration of atmospheric carbon in China.

Upscaling CCUS efforts might be the next step in China’s green tech push

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Eli Lilly’s diabetes treatment Mounjaro and weight loss drug Zepbound both feature tirzepatide as their main ingredient.

Chinese regulators greenlight Eli Lilly’s tirzepatide diabetes drug

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Huawei is gaining an edge over Nvidia in China despite the latter’s stunning stock market rally.

Nvidia’s AI chip faces weak demand and fierce competition in China

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