China Pullback Stands Out as Global Demand for US Treasuries Grows

Foreign ownership of United States government debt reached a new record in November, reflecting renewed confidence in US financial markets after a period of political uncertainty. Total overseas holdings climbed to their highest level on record as investors increased exposure to Treasuries following

China Signals Caution on Advanced AI Chip Imports

Chinese authorities have issued internal guidance indicating that certain advanced artificial intelligence chips are not permitted to enter the country, reflecting a cautious approach to managing access to high-end foreign technology. The instructions were communicated to customs agents and accompanied by messages delivered

TSMC Profit Surge Signals AI-Driven Expansion Shift

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company has reported a sharp rise in quarterly profit, reinforcing its position at the center of the global semiconductor supply chain as demand linked to artificial intelligence continues to accelerate. The company’s latest financial performance reflects sustained orders for advanced

Cyber Campaign Highlights Geopolitical Targeting in US Networks

Cybersecurity researchers have identified a targeted digital campaign aimed at the US government and policy-related entities that illustrates how rapidly evolving geopolitical events are being leveraged in cyber operations. The activity involved phishing emails crafted around developments in Venezuela, a tactic designed to

US Push on Critical Minerals Signals Strategic Shift in Global Supply Chains

US lawmakers have introduced legislation that would establish a federally backed reserve of critical minerals, signaling a deeper shift in how Washington approaches resource security and industrial policy. The proposal outlines a $2.5 billion framework designed to purchase and store materials such as

SciNeuro and Novartis Strike US$1.7 Billion Deal, Raising Fresh Hope for Alzheimer’s Treatment

A major partnership between China’s SciNeuro Pharmaceuticals and Swiss drugmaker Novartis has raised renewed hopes for progress in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that affects an estimated 55 million people worldwide and poses a growing burden on global health systems and

Resolution Revolution Pioneer Alexey Amunts Leaves Max Planck to Join China’s SMART

Cell biologist Alexey Amunts, a leading figure behind the so-called resolution revolution in structural biology, has relocated to China to take up a senior role at the Shenzhen Medical Academy of Research and Translation, marking another high-profile move by an international scientist into

Chinese Fans Criticise Saarbrücken Squad After Fan Zhendong Shines in Bundesliga Defeat

Chinese social media users have directed sharp criticism at the teammates of Fan Zhendong after German club 1. FC Saarbrücken TT suffered a defeat to Borussia Dortmund’s table tennis team in the Bundesliga on Monday. The backlash came despite Fan delivering a flawless

China’s Central Bank Lifts Yuan Fixing to Strongest Level in Nearly 16 Months

China’s central bank has set the onshore yuan’s daily fixing at its strongest level in almost 16 months, signalling renewed confidence in the currency even as the US dollar remains firm globally. The move marks a third consecutive strengthening of the official midpoint