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Big Tech

Driver’s diary: how Tesla Model 3 and Xiaomi SU7 compare on the Chinese road

A business owner shares what it’s like to drive both a Tesla Model 3 and a Xiaomi SU7 in southern China.

Corporate

Mercedes-Benz tightens its belt as China sales slump

Mercedes-Benz revamps its China operations with factory adjustments and dealership optimizations.

Startup

As Europe trades down, can Chinese smart hardware win over consumers?

With budgets tightening, Chinese smart hardware brands see an opening in Europe - but winning over consumers may take more than just low prices.

Big Tech

14 hours offline: How TikTok’s blackout exposed its far-reaching impact

TikTok’s saga comes full circle as Donald Trump steps in to restore the platform, but the consequences linger.

Startup

Fresh faces, bold results: DeepSeek’s rise in AI

With its young team defying convention, DeepSeek’s latest V3 model signals that its bold approach might be yielding results.

Capital

A decade of impact: Full Vision Capital’s climate tech investments

Guided by a philosophy of “doing well by doing good,” the Hongkong-based VC investor has nurtured multiple climate tech unicorns along its journey.