Hong Kong AI model launches on domestic chips

Hong Kong AI model debuts in a DeepSeek-based release built for domestic chips, targeting deployment control, efficiency and export-ready packaging.

ByteDance AI research shift as Seed pivots to sales

ByteDance AI research faces disruption after Gu Quanquan’s reported exit, as Seed models reportedly pivot toward monetisation, product delivery and tighter cost control.

Alibaba AI strategy: Wu Zeming promoted to steer push

Alibaba AI strategy sharpens as Wu Zeming joins an elite committee, signaling tighter execution across cloud, models, and enterprise products.

AI maps China renewables as data centers surge fast

China AI energy mapping is sharpening visibility of solar installations and wind farms, helping grid planners respond as data centres demand rises quickly.

AI Boom Drives Asia-Pacific Data Center Spending

AI data center investment is accelerating across Asia-Pacific in 2025, with Hong Kong seeking a niche as developers race to add power, space and cooling.

DeepSeek hires Jane Street engineer for AI agents

DeepSeek is stepping up AI recruitment by hiring a former Jane Street engineer, aiming to accelerate AI agents work and compete in China’s revenue race.

China, US Set AI Governance Dialogue Amid Tensions

Beijing confirms formal AI governance talks with Washington, keeping US-China relations on track as officials seek rules for safe systems and trade.

Anthropic, Pope Leo launch AI ethics on dignity

Anthropic AI ethics takes center stage as Pope Leo and Anthropic prepare the pontiff’s first AI document, setting dignity rules for developers.

CUHK launches humanoid AI lab to build lifelike robots

CUHK is accelerating humanoid robotics with a new lab that unites researchers and industry partners, outlining goals for lifelike AI systems in Hong Kong.

China Telecom rolls out AI token billing packages

China Telecom is pushing AI token billing plans that price chatbot and image tools by usage, reshaping AI consumer packages and telecom monetization.