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New Straits Times
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: F4 makes surprise reunion at Mayday concert, delighting fans
TAIPEI: Concert-goers at Taiwanese rock band Mayday's recent show received a surprise bonus: an appearance by the iconic group F4, who performed their most famous hit, 'Meteor Rain'. Taiwanese news outlet ET Today reported yesterday that Mayday's concert at the Taipei Arena last Saturday marked F4's first reunion in 12 years. Over 40,000 fans were treated to this unexpected performance. The last time all F4 members had appeared together was at China's 2013 Spring Festival Gala. Mayday had reportedly tried to invite the group as guests two years prior, but their busy schedules had prevented it. Besides 'Meteor Rain', F4 and Mayday also performed Mayday's track, 'The Song Of Laughter And Forgetting'. Following the overwhelming response from delighted fans on social media, there's speculation about a possible future F4 concert. Perhaps the group members will now be motivated to make it happen. F4, comprising Jerry Yan, Vanness Wu, Ken Chu, and Vic Chou, was a boyband formed by the lead actors of the hugely popular Taiwanese TV drama series 'Meteor Garden'. The show also helped launch the career of the late Barbie Hsu. 'Meteor Garden' was a massive hit across Asia and heralded the beginning of the idol drama phenomenon.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Chinese village that is at the central of the US-China AI war
China has a new and emerging rival to America's Silicon Valley -- and it is Liangzhu, a quiet suburb on the outskirts of Hangzhou. The city is one of China's fastest-growing centers of artificial intelligence development. Describing a scene on a Saturday afternoon in the city, a report in New York Times said, "...dozens of people sat in the grass around a backyard stage where aspiring founders of tech startups talked about their ideas." A former Facebook and Alibaba employee who hosted the event, Felix Tao told NYT, 'People come here to explore their own possibilities.' According to The New York Times report, virtually every conversation at startup and corporate gatherings in this city circles back to artificial intelligence — the technology at the heart of China's push to compete with the United States in the global tech arena and the one China and America are fighting for supremacy. Hangzhou is home to Alibaba, DeepSeek and many other AI giants Hangzhou has long been a magnet for talent and innovation, home to Chinese tech giants like Alibaba, NetEase, and surveillance technology company Hikvision. More recently, the city has given rise to DeepSeek, a fast-growing AI firm that captured international attention in January after unveiling a powerful open-source model it said cost a fraction of its Western equivalents. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo DeepSeek is one of what Chinese media now call the 'six tigers of Hangzhou' — a group of AI and robotics startups making headlines at home and abroad. Game Science, another member of the cohort, produced Black Myth: Wukong, the first Chinese-made video game to achieve global blockbuster status. Robotics firm Unitree made a splash in January when its robot dogs performed a choreographed dance during the state broadcaster's Spring Festival Gala. The AI surge in Hangzhou reportedly did not happen by accident. Over the past decade, provincial and local authorities have rolled out tax breaks and subsidies to attract tech startups, a strategy that has helped seed hundreds of companies. On weekends, investors and entrepreneurs fly in from Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen to scout talent — and often end up in Tao's backyard. Many of Liangzhu's coders are alumni of Zhejiang University, one of China's top engineering schools and the alma mater of DeepSeek's founder. Their technical skills are in such high demand that Chinese media recently covered the defection of a core DeepSeek engineer to electronics giant Xiaomi as front-page news. Still, many engineers say they are biding their time, waiting for noncompete agreements with firms like ByteDance to expire before launching startups of their own. Biggest challenge of Chinese companies -- tough to attract foreign capital Yet Hangzhou's rise as a tech powerhouse has not come without complications. Several founders told The New York Times that the same government support that fueled their early growth now makes it harder to attract foreign capital. International investors are increasingly wary of Chinese tech firms, especially those with ties to the state. Some fear their companies could meet the same fate as ByteDance, the parent of TikTok, whose executives have faced tough scrutiny in the United States over national security concerns. The dilemma has left founders with limited options. 'You either take government funding and stay focused on China, or raise enough on your own to open an office in Singapore or elsewhere,' one founder said, requesting anonymity to speak candidly. 'Most people can't afford the second route.' Adding to the uncertainty is the question of access to the chips that power advanced AI models. The U.S. government has imposed increasingly strict export controls on high-performance semiconductors, making it difficult for Chinese firms to buy processors from companies like Nvidia. In response, Chinese tech giants — including Huawei and Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation — are racing to build domestic alternatives. While Chinese-made chips have enabled some companies, such as ByteDance, to offer limited AI services locally, industry experts say it remains unclear whether those supplies can keep up with demand — or how long it will take for China to achieve true chip independence. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
China's Hangzhou High-Tech Zone (Binjiang) Wows Global Media with Sophisticated Digital Empowerment in Business, Life, and Beyond
HANGZHOU, China, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On June 2, the 21st China International Cartoon & Animation Festival concluded in Hangzhou High-Tech Zone (Binjiang). The event showcased innovative scenarios where the animation industry merged with technology and daily services, offering a vivid glimpse into how the city elevates life through imaginative creativity and robust digital infrastructure. A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available in this link. Central to the spotlight was Hangzhou High-Tech Zone (Binjiang), renowned as Zhejiang's premier hub for animation and gaming. Spanning just 72 square kilometers, this compact district has nurtured a thriving digital economy -- including a booming animation sector -- while enabling scientific innovation to go global and seamlessly integrate into local life. By building a comprehensive digital foundation, Binjiang has enhanced the sense of fulfillment and happiness of both enterprises and residents alike. Binjiang's dynamic digital economy, celebrated nationally, has now drawn praise from international media. From May 21 to 23, organized by the "International Communication Workshop for Going-global of Binjiang Enterprises", eleven journalists from nine global outlets visited Binjiang. Through 3-day on-the-ground interviews and hands-on experiences, they documented the district's surging technological momentum, the cosmopolitan charm of this modern metropolis, and the seamless blend of innovation and daily life. At NetEase, the gaming giant behind popular open-world game Where Winds Meet, overseas journalists engaged with the development team and witnessed how Chinese aesthetics leap beyond traditional boundaries through cutting-edge motion capture and map engine technologies. The game's open-world martial arts landscape -- blending historical storytelling and immersive adventure -- left visitors feeling like "chivalrous heroes in a living saga." In a recent report from the Dafeng Science and Technology Innovation Center, journalists marveled at stage technologies that fused artistic elegance with technical precision, from Spring Festival Gala spectacles to international event designs. With over 2,000 technicians and artists collaborating, the center has become a "laboratory for tech-art dialogue," turning stages into canvases for innovation. Binjiang's digital prowess extends beyond culture to manufacturing, propelling "Binjiang-made" products onto the global stage. At Be Friends, an MCN powerhouse, international journalists observed its headquarters livestreaming studio, where 300 products are showcased daily to a user base exceeding 100 million. Asia Business highlighted how Be Friends helps high-tech firms like Unitree (one of "Hangzhou's Six Little Dragons") sell humanoid robots, while AI applications, such as DeepSeek's script optimization boosting new anchors to 130 million yuan in sales within four hours, astounded journalists with Binjiang's digital economy penetration. As the report noted, although Binjiang accounts for only 0.5% of Hangzhou's land area, it contributes 13.2% of the city's GDP -- a true "economic engine." "Enterprises are seeds; the government is the soil that fosters growth," a journalist noted in a report on the national overseas talent innovation hub in Hangzhou High-Tech Zone (Binjiang). From startup incubation to investment matching, and from talent apartments to international communities, Binjiang's full-cycle innovation ecosystem is luring global entrepreneurs chasing the dream of becoming the next "Hangzhou Little Dragon." Home to digital giants like Hikvision and Dahua, Binjiang now hosts over 20,000 tech enterprises, driving breakthroughs in fields like brain-machine interfaces and humanoid robots. New Zealand returnee Song Xing, inspired by Binjiang's ecosystem, founded MindAngel Ltd., which commercialized a brainwave-controlled wheelchair. At MindAngel, journalists experienced the brain-machine interface wheelchair firsthand, marveling at controlling movement via "mind power": "Here, dreams become reality." In a three-month streak from March to May, Binjiang-headquartered Leapmotor topped China's new energy vehicle rankings, marking 2025 as a pivotal year for its global expansion. Media outlets focused on its low-cost model (65% self-developed/manufactured parts) and overseas strategies. "Binjiang's talent pool gives us the edge to build competitive teams," said Li Jiannan, Leapmotor's overseas business deputy general manager. Technology's warmth also shines in locals' everyday life. In Binfen Future Community, journalists praised the "digitized safe school route," while a journalist highlighted in a report a "diversified service ecosystem" -- intergenerational spaces blending community canteens, health centers, and smart parks, dubbed a "future lab for urban governance." At Hikvision's kindergarten, intelligent security systems paired with child-friendly design demonstrate how advanced tech safeguards the youngest residents. "Binjiang integrates innovation with community services -- a unique feature and strength of China." a journalist noted how local enterprises thrive globally while enriching residents' lives: "They love working and living here. That's truly remarkable." From animation's cultural breakthroughs to livestreaming commerce and future-focused communities, Binjiang proves how digital technology powers industries and enriches lives. As international media observed, it's not just a window into China's innovative spirit but a living testament to "technology for better living." With digital transformation driving tangible benefits, Hangzhou Binjiang is scripting the future of Digital China -- and showing the world what's possible when innovation meets humanity. Source: International Communication Workshop for Going-global of Binjiang Enterprises CONTACT: Contact person: Ms. Li, Tel: 86-10-63074558Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Korea Herald
05-06-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Why Can China Make Rapid Progress in Artificial Intelligence?
BEIJING, June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Finding Answers in China from In 2025, China runs in a fast lane of artificial intelligence (AI) development as the country has made a series of breakthroughs in this frontier technology. For example, DeepSeek astonished the world with its high performance and lower cost, Unitree robots showed a stunning yangko dance at the Spring Festival Gala, and Beijing held the world's first humanoid robot half-marathon in this spring. In this episode, CICG's South Korean host Kim Eunji, along with KIM Jongmoon, Chief Representative of Korea Innovation Center (KIC China), explores Beijing's Yizhuang Economic-Technological Development Area which is home to many artificial intelligence startups. They try to find out the key to their success.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Why Can China Make Rapid Progress in Artificial Intelligence?
BEIJING, June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Finding Answers in China from In 2025, China runs in a fast lane of artificial intelligence (AI) development as the country has made a series of breakthroughs in this frontier technology. For example, DeepSeek astonished the world with its high performance and lower cost, Unitree robots showed a stunning yangko dance at the Spring Festival Gala, and Beijing held the world's first humanoid robot half-marathon in this spring. In this episode, CICG's South Korean host Kim Eunji, along with KIM Jongmoon, Chief Representative of Korea Innovation Center (KIC China), explores Beijing's Yizhuang Economic-Technological Development Area which is home to many artificial intelligence startups. They try to find out the key to their success. Why Can China Make Rapid Progress in Artificial Intelligence? View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
