In a dramatic demonstration of technological ambition, China launched a cluster of satellites in April 2025 as the first phase of building the world’s first space-based supercomputer. The mission, led by the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC), is part of Beijing’s broader strategy to dominate next-generation AI, edge computing, and space-based data infrastructure….
In a move that’s shaking up the global auto market, former U.S. President Donald Trump — now the Republican frontrunner for the 2024 election — has announced plans to impose steep new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) and auto parts. If implemented in 2025, the proposed tariffs could have far-reaching consequences for China\’s fast-growing…
In the global race to harness gene-editing technologies, China has emerged as a front-runner — pioneering bold experiments, investing billions in biotech, and rapidly advancing the use of CRISPR in agriculture, medicine, and human health. But alongside these scientific leaps, China’s approach to CRISPR gene editing has also sparked controversy and raised urgent ethical questions…
The global competition for 6G technology is already underway, even as 5G is still being rolled out in many parts of the world. With promises of ultra-low latency, speeds up to 100 times faster than 5G, and deeply integrated AI systems, 6G could redefine how societies connect, communicate, and compute. From smart cities to space-based…
The global space race is heating up once again—but this time, it’s not just about planting a flag. The United States and China are locked in a 21st-century contest to dominate space exploration, innovation, and infrastructure. With both nations launching lunar missions, building orbital stations, and aiming for Mars, this modern rivalry is reshaping geopolitics…
In today’s interconnected world, technology is no longer just a commercial commodity—it’s a powerful geopolitical tool. Nowhere is this more evident than in the escalating U.S.-China tech tensions, which have evolved into a global standoff with far-reaching consequences. From semiconductors to surveillance, artificial intelligence to 5G, the world\’s two largest economies are engaged in a…
In the race to develop practical quantum computing, China has emerged as a global frontrunner. With substantial investment, state-backed research, and a series of high-profile breakthroughs, quantum computing in China is making headlines—and creating ripple effects across the global tech industry. This month, Chinese scientists unveiled a new photonic quantum computer prototype that reportedly outperforms…
