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A humanoid robot from China has captured global attention with its jaw-dropping martial arts skills. Developed by Chinese robotics startup Unitree, the robot, named G1, has been seen executing precise kung fu moves, roundhouse kicks, and even a side flip with remarkable agility and balance.

The National Bureau of Statistics reported on Sunday that the consumer price index (CPI) declined by 0.7% in February compared to a year earlier. This marks a sharp contrast to the 0.5% gain recorded in the previous month and surpasses Bloomberg economists' median forecast of a 0.4% drop.

In a groundbreaking move that has shaken the global artificial intelligence (AI) landscape, the Chinese startup DeepSeek has emerged as a serious competitor to the likes of OpenAI, Meta, and Google, unveiling a new generation of AI models that challenge the dominance of US tech giants at a fraction of the cost.

Foxconn, one of Apple’s key manufacturing partners, has paused new rotations of Chinese workers to its iPhone factories in India, opting instead to send in Taiwanese workers, according to a report from Rest of World. This disruption, coupled with delays in critical shipments of manufacturing equipment, is expected to significantly impact Foxconn’s operations in India and potentially complicate Apple’s plans to diversify its iPhone production away from China.

In a world where technology and smartphones are often seen as inseparable from daily life, one Chinese woman has managed to break free from her phone for an impressive eight hours, winning a unique competition designed to encourage mindfulness and digital detox. The contest, held in Chongqing, southwest China, challenged participants to disconnect from their phones and spend the day in a controlled environment.

India is set to launch a new scheme offering up to $5 billion in incentives to companies that manufacture key electronic components locally. This initiative, aimed at reducing the country's reliance on China for electronics supplies, comes as India’s electronics production has more than doubled over the past six years, reaching an impressive $115 billion in 2024. The scheme is expected to be unveiled in the next two to three months.

A tragic incident in Hangzhou has highlighted concerns over the welfare of food delivery workers in China. A 55-year-old delivery man, known as Mr. Yuan, passed away while resting on his bike after enduring punishing 18-hour workdays. The incident occurred in early September and has sparked widespread discussion on social media about the working conditions and rights of delivery drivers.

In a significant move, China has pledged nearly $51 billion in financial support for Africa, focusing on infrastructure projects and job creation amid ongoing concerns about debt diplomacy. The announcement was made by Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Summit held in Beijing.

An 11-year-old boy from Zhejiang, China, has captivated the world with his remarkable achievement in aerospace technology. Yan Hongsen, whose fascination with rockets began at the tender age of four, has made headlines for writing 600 lines of code to build his own rocket. His story has quickly become a sensation on social media, drawing admiration and support from around the globe.

Nvidia is developing a new version of its flagship AI chip, specifically designed for the Chinese market, according to sources familiar with the matter. The chip, tentatively named the "B20," is expected to be launched in collaboration with Inspur, a major distributor partner in China.