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China's DeepSeek drops upgraded V3.1 model optimized for Chinese-made chips
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has created a buzz among AI enthusiasts with the release of an upgrade to its flagship model, DeepSeek-V3.1, on Thursday. The new model boasts enhanced speed over its predecessor and is optimized for Chinese-made chips. It offers both reasoning and non-reasoning modes. We also bring you news about the Chinese spacesuit that has enabled 20 successful extravehicular activities, and check out Game Science's latest release, "Black Myth: Zhong Kui," following the massive success of its predecessor "Black Myth: Wukong." Lastly, Google has unveiled its new Pixel 10 smartphone with cutting-edge AI features.
13:51, 23-Aug-2025
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China advances in space, green economy and quantum drug discovery
China's Shenzhou-20 astronauts wrapped up their third spacewalk, upgrading solar arrays and maintaining systems aboard the Tiangong space station. At home, the national carbon trading market has grown into the world's largest, channeling billions into green industries while aligning economic and environmental gains. Meanwhile, Chinese researchers achieved a quantum computing breakthrough that accelerates drug discovery, opening new possibilities for medicine and biotech.
20:08, 16-Aug-2025
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Moonshots, machines & green tech: China's leap into the future
This week, the world watched as China advanced its ambitions to land humans on the Moon, robotic innovation took center stage at Beijing’s World Robot Conference, and a bold new bio-recyclable material emerged to tackle the global e-waste crisis. These stories highlight how technology, sustainability and exploration are converging to shape our shared future.
17:14, 09-Aug-2025
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China's Tianwen-2 probe sent back images of Earth and the moon
China's asteroid probe Tianwen-2 has captured impressive images of Earth and the moon, the China National Space Administration announced on Tuesday. The photos were taken using the probe's narrow-field-of-view navigation sensor, which performed strongly in deep space. Meanwhile, one year after its opening, the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, a pioneering cross-sea cluster project, has not only transformed regional transportation but also become a key driver of economic integration, cross-city collaboration, and international investment across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. Also in this newsletter: the Anhui, the world’s first pure ammonia-powered demonstration vessel, successfully completed its maiden voyage in Hefei, eastern China's Anhui Province, marking a major step forward in developing green shipping solutions.
17:27, 07-Aug-2025
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Health Talk ALS Special: Everyday Heroes
For many people, the disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a fleeting trending topic online – but for those directly affected, it's an unyielding race against time. On Global ALS/MND Awareness Day, we explore this silent battle, witnessing journeys of resilience and hope. Through AI, we hear a patient's defiant message against the disease. We also see how a caregiver's love has prolonged her husband's life and discover global scientific efforts to beat ALS, guided by leading experts. At the 6th Qingdao Multinationals Summit, leaders from companies like U.S.-based Avanci, Ireland's TE Connectivity and vessel management giant OSM Thome shared why China is more than a market – it's a trusted partner, innovation hub and second home. Also in this issue: China successfully completes a ground ignition test for the Zhuque-3 rocket's first-stage propulsion system – a key milestone ahead of its planned 2025 launch.
11:59, 21-Jun-2025
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Beijing to launch world's first embodied AI robot '4S store'
Beijing is set to launch the world's first "4S store" dedicated to embodied artificial intelligence (AI) robots, marking the latest push to commercialize advanced robotics in the country. The facility is scheduled to open in a robotics industrial park in Yizhuang, southern Beijing, during the 2025 World Robot Conference, which will be held from August 8 to 12. The third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC), co-hosted by France and Costa Rica, wrapped up Friday in Nice with the unveiling of a new action plan, reaffirming the global political commitment to ocean protection. Learn more. Also in this newsletter, discover the scientific and technological innovations fueling growth and mutual benefits between China and Central Asian countries.
14:33, 14-Jun-2025
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World Environment Day 2025: Ending plastic pollution, exploring new worlds, together
This year's World Environment Day 2025 arrives with a global focus on ending plastic pollution – a call for urgent, collective action to protect our oceans, ecosystems and future generations. To mark the occasion, CGTN launches a special series: "Ending Plastic Pollution." In our opening feature, we head to the South Pacific, where island nations are grappling with an environmental crisis they didn't create. While we fight to save Earth, we're also expanding the search for new worlds. A team of Chinese and German scientists has identified a potentially habitable super-Earth, an exciting step forward in the hunt for Earth 2.0. Also this week, a rare pink and purple aurora lit up the skies over northeast China, following a geomagnetic storm triggered by a powerful solar flare that erupted on May 31.
14:18, 04-Jun-2025
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Evidence mounts suggesting COVID-19 may have originated in the U.S.
The stories in this edition span the globe, from mounting evidence suggesting a potential U.S. origin for COVID-19 to the handover of Shenzhou-19 space experiment samples in China. We also cover a potential shake-up in U.S. space policy with the country's proposed 2026 government budget.
23:05, 03-May-2025
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China achieves its 1st lunar-distance satellite laser ranging
China on Wednesday successfully conducted its first satellite laser ranging experiment at lunar-distance scales, marking a major technological breakthrough in deep-space exploration. Also in this newsletter: The Dongfeng landing site in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region is ready to welcome the return of the Shenzhou-19 crew following their six-month mission aboard China's space station. And check out the next-generation technology that global automakers showcased at the Shanghai Auto Show 2025.
11:46, 26-Apr-2025
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Behind China's 123-day space rescue: The math that defied the odds
For the past few months, we have seen many reports about China potentially saving a pair of satellites after launch failure. It's official, the organization behind the almost-failed space mission announced on Tuesday that after over 100 days of rescue attempts, the satellites have entered the target orbit and are working as designed. Also in this newsletter: explore China's major planned space missions for 2025, and get the latest on the transfer of the Shenzhou-20 crewed spaceship and its carrier rocket, which are scheduled to launch at an appropriate time in the near future. Meanwhile in Beijing: the world's first humanoid robot half-marathon kicked off on Saturday. In this innovative event, more than 9,000 amateur runners are racing alongside humanoid robots from nearly 20 robotics companies over a 21.0975-kilometer course. Don't miss our exclusive relay live coverage with CGTN reporters on the ground, following the action from start to finish.
09:06, 19-Apr-2025
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Beijing to host world's first half marathon with humanoid robots
Beijing is set to host the world's first half marathon featuring humanoid robots on April 13 in the city's southern Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area, also known as "E-town." In a historic first, humanoid robots and human runners will start together on the same course of about 21 kilometers, with separate lanes assigned to robots to ensure safety. Also read in this issue: A Chinese quantum computing firm has completed the large AI model task on a quantum computer with remarkable efficiency. Plus, don't miss our in-depth explainer on 2-nanometer chips – a tiny tech that could power the next big leap in smart devices.
13:28, 09-Apr-2025
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China unveils future lunar exploration plans at Beijing exhibition
China has developed the world's first machine capable of making bricks from lunar soil using in-situ resources, also known as lunar regolith, according to Wu Weiren, chief designer of China's lunar exploration program. Wu made the announcement on Tuesday during the opening of an exhibition in Beijing celebrating two decades of China's achievements in lunar exploration. Also in this newsletter: Discover the new digital tools and eco-friendly practices Chinese people are using to honor their ancestors during the Qingming Festival, also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day, which was observed on April 4. Plus, see how Chinese rescue teams are employing advanced search-and-rescue technology to save lives in central Myanmar following a devastating magnitude-7.9 earthquake.
09:13, 05-Apr-2025
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China unveils space mining robot for asteroids and the moon
In today’s newsletter: Discover the first multifunctional space mining robot designed to operate in microgravity, potentially paving the way for future "interstellar miners." Plus, March 18 marked China's National Protect Liver Day. CGTN spoke with Dr Xia Qiang, a leading liver surgeon and expert in hepatology, about how living donor liver transplants are saving children's lives.
11:44, 19-Mar-2025
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OpenAI's cry for 'daddy government' shows AI leadership in crisis
Can a nation champion both cutting-edge AI and ethical governance? Explore China's medical AI breakthroughs, its open invitation to Martian exploration, and why OpenAI's 'cry for help' highlights a stark East-West leadership divide.
22:48, 16-Mar-2025
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Taklimakan Desert 'edge-locking' expedition concludes successfully
A 16-day research expedition focused on the "edge-locking" project around the Taklimakan Desert has concluded successfully, according to China Media Group. The expedition aimed to assess the project's effectiveness and identify potential issues. Researchers conducted an on-site inspection along the 3,046-kilometer perimeter of the desert. In other news, China’s 41st Antarctic expedition has completed a key survey of the Amundsen Sea and Ross Sea, revealing rare polynyas. Meanwhile, China's first domestically produced large cruise ship, Adora Magic City, celebrated its 100th voyage in Shanghai on Monday, having welcomed over 350,000 tourists since beginning commercial operations in early 2024.
08:59, 15-Mar-2025
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China's commercial space sector as 'new quality productive forces'
For the second time, China's government work report has highlighted the commercial aerospace sector as a key example of "new quality productive forces." How did this emerging industry gain prominence and drive cross-industry growth? CGTN's Zhao Chenchen visited a satellite innovation lab to find out. Also in this newsletter: CGTN spoke with Wang Jian, a CPPCC National Committee member and a member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, about China's "AI Plus initiative" in 2024 and 2025. Additionally, Chinese researchers have created the world's first comprehensive portrait of the Mariana Trench ecosystem, challenging the notion that this extreme environment is a lifeless wasteland. Discover more in this edition!
13:37, 12-Mar-2025
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Expert insights: Keywords from China's No. 1 document and its impact
China's No. 1 central document, released on February 23, reaffirms the country's commitment to advancing agricultural innovation. CGTN invited Li Chunding, professor and deputy dean at the College of Economics and Management at China Agricultural University, to break down key terms related to agricultural technology. Learn more in this newsletter. Also in this issue: explore the latest applications of agricultural technology in China and get a look at the CR450, China's next-generation high-speed train, now undergoing extensive prototype testing.
09:22, 26-Feb-2025
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Why are over 40% of people afraid to admit using AI?
Have you realized that you're starting to over-rely on artificial intelligence? Interestingly, over 40 percent of people are unwilling to admit to using AI at work. Can "AI shame" reduce reliance on AI? Take a look at the reports in this video, and re-examine the relationship between AI and human intelligence. Meanwhile, China continues to push boundaries with groundbreaking achievements. Researchers have identified a new target for treating Parkinson’s disease, offering hope for millions. The country drilled Asia’s deepest onshore vertical well for scientific exploration and gas and oil detection, and the AS700D electric airship completed its maiden flight.
16:28, 22-Feb-2025
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Who are the tech giants attending symposium with President Xi?
A symposium to boost the development of China's private sector was held in Beijing on Monday, with Chinese President Xi Jinping meeting with dozens of entrepreneurs from prominent private businesses. Many of them were from the technology and science sector. Find out who they are. Also in this newsletter, learn about Grok 3, the latest model unveiled by Elon Musk's AI company xAI, and check out the achievements of Origin Wukong, China's independently developed third-generation superconducting quantum computer.
08:04, 20-Feb-2025
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China’s tech ascent: space breakthroughs, AI alliances amid Western pact gridlock
As global AI rivalries intensify and space exploration reaches new frontiers, China continues to cement its role as a leader in both domains. In this edition, we spotlight the astronauts set to embark on China’s latest manned space missions, decode the groundbreaking Alibaba-Apple AI alliance, and unravel the geopolitical hesitations stalling Western AI cooperation.
16:27, 15-Feb-2025
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How do individuals and corporations benefit from DeepSeek?
DeepSeek's innovative approach to AI is transforming the tech landscape. Boasting groundbreaking performance, the platform has earned widespread acclaim from experts and users alike. By fostering global competition, offering cost-effective solutions, and embracing open-source development, DeepSeek is unlocking unprecedented opportunities for individuals and businesses worldwide. Meanwhile, China has strongly criticized the politicization of technology following recent restrictions on the DeepSeek platform. During a regular press briefing on Thursday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated that China has never – and will never – support businesses or individuals engaging in illegal data collection or storage practices. Learn more in today's newsletter. Also, explore how DeepSeek is challenging AI economics with its cost-cutting innovations.
22:31, 08-Feb-2025
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Tech dazzles visitors at Spring Festival celebrations in China
This year's Spring Festival celebrations across China showcased an array of cutting-edge technology, with robots taking center stage. In central China's Hubei Province, the Enshi Grand Canyon Scenic Area featured robot dogs performing alongside traditional lion dancers, creating a one-of-a-kind spectacle. In today's newsletter, we also cover Japan's recent flu outbreak and explore why the rise of China's AI model DeepSeek is stirring concern – and even anxiety – in the U.S.
09:32, 05-Feb-2025
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DeepSeek tops App Store, Alibaba & OpenAI race ahead: AI breakthroughs you can’t miss!
The AI race is heating up! DeepSeek’s latest language model, R3, has taken the iPhone App Store by storm, sparking global curiosity about this rising Chinese AI star. Meanwhile, Alibaba has unveiled a new model claiming to surpass DeepSeek, and OpenAI has launched its 'reasoning' model, o3-mini. Plus, don’t miss the viral humanoid robot dance from China’s Spring Festival Gala, showcasing Unitree’s H1 robot. Dive into the latest in AI innovation with this week’s newsletter!
22:23, 01-Feb-2025
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China releases report on U.S. cyberattacks targeting a tech enterprise
On December 18, 2024, China's National Computer Network Emergency Response Technical Team (CNCERT) issued a notice regarding the discovery and handling of two cyberattacks by the United States, targeting a major Chinese technology enterprise. CNCERT released a report on Friday regarding the attacks. Learn about the details. In today's newsletter, we also cover the latest developments in China's new energy vehicle industry and provide a timeline and analysis of the potential impacts of a TikTok ban in the U.S.
17:27, 18-Jan-2025
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Upcoming U.S. TikTok ban drives users to ... another Chinese social media app
Social media users on the Chinese platform Xiaohongshu, also known as RedNote, have recently found themselves inundated with English-language content. This influx comes as self-proclaimed "TikTok refugees" from the U.S. rush to register and post on the app. Also in this newsletter, you will find our analysis of the uncertainty facing the U.S. tech industry and our rebuttal of claims of a "new virus" surge in China.
16:18, 15-Jan-2025
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China releases first report on space station research and application
The China Manned Space Agency on Monday released its first report detailing the scientific research and application progress aboard the country’s space station, showcasing 34 significant achievements since the station's full completion on December 31, 2022. Today's newsletter, also explores the newly unveiled prototype of the CR450 high-speed train, designed to reach speeds of up to 450 km/h, and learn about the Tianshan Shengli Tunnel, the world's longest expressway tunnel, which completed boring on Monday.
14:12, 01-Jan-2025
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China one step closer to its moon landing dream
China has made remarkable progress in its space endeavors in 2024, especially in pursuing its dream of landing astronauts on the moon by 2030. On May 3, China launched Chang’e-6, a lunar probe that returned to Earth with 2 kilograms of samples from the far side of the moon, a feat never achieved before. Also in today’s newsletter, learn how to build a zero-carbon park to contribute to carbon neutrality and check out a newly unveiled robotic dog that can run at a top speed of 20 kilometers per hour and as far as 50 kilometers.
09:22, 28-Dec-2024
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Latest on China's space outpost: Record-breaking spacewalk and satellite constellation
Shenzhou-19 crew members aboard China's orbiting space station completed a record-breaking nine-hour spacewalk at 9:57 p.m. Beijing Time on Tuesday. This extravehicular activity (EVA) was not only the longest by Chinese astronauts but also included the first spacewalk by a Chinese astronaut born in 1990. Before the year 2024 concludes, more satellites are taking ride-shares into orbit. A new group of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites were launched from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in north China's Shanxi Province on Tuesday and the first group of low Earth orbit satellites for a satellite internet constellation were launched from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in south China's Hainan Province on Monday, on a Long March-5B carrier rocket.
15:40, 18-Dec-2024
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Sci-tech to maintain its key role in China's economic work in 2025
Science and technology are set to remain central to China's economic agenda in 2025, as outlined at the country's annual meeting on economic priorities. Find out more in today's newsletter. Also, explore CGTN's conversation with Hans Dekkers, general manager of IBM Asia Pacific, on emerging trends and opportunities in China amidst the AI revolution. Plus, discover insights from Tencent's CEO on China's increasing support for the private sector and its economic stimulus policies.
18:39, 14-Dec-2024
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IBM sees huge tech potential of China's $18-trillion economy
China's $18-trillion economy is undergoing a profound transformation fueled by technological advancements and shifting demographics. In a recent interview with CGTN, IBM Asia Pacific General Manager Hans Dekkers shared why he remains optimistic about China's future. This newsletter also features key takeaways from the Tengchong Scientists Forum 2024, which recently concluded in southwest China's Yunnan Province. The event gathered over a thousand leading experts from around the globe. Additionally, explore China's achievements in combating desertification in its Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region.
08:25, 11-Dec-2024
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Discover China's new consumption trends: Technology delivers novel experiences
Visitors to the Great Wall in Beijing's Yanqing District can now explore it from the air, showcasing a growing trend of innovative consumption scenarios emerging across China. Consumers are increasingly seeking experiences that blend technology and entertainment in unique and immersive ways. Also in today's newsletter, delve into China's booming commercial space sector and learn about the new international group proposed by China at the United Nations. The initiative, launched on Tuesday during a meeting co-chaired by China and Zambia, aims to promote global cooperation in building artificial intelligence capacity.
08:40, 07-Dec-2024
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Health Talk: Revolutionizing caregiving with intelligent technology
Observed on December 3, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities highlights the importance of building a more inclusive world for everyone – one where technology plays a vital role in breaking barriers. Find out more from this episode of Health Talk. Also in this newsletter, check out the new, high-tech natural gas pipeline connecting China and Russia that started operation on Monday, and learn about the character "Guangzhi" from the video game "Black Myth: Wukong."
16:48, 04-Dec-2024
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Why are leading U.S. chip makers visiting Beijing?
Why have top U.S. chip makers Micron and Qualcomm come to an expo in Beijing? From chip makers sourcing wafer laser ablation equipment made in China, to global giants showcasing numerous local partnerships, the second China International Supply Chain Expo brings together leaders from across the semiconductor supply chain to collaborate and innovate. China's growing role in the semiconductor sector is more than just a trend – it's reshaping the future of global supply chains with cutting-edge technology and partnerships. Also in today's newsletter, you'll learn about the world's first commercial liquefied carbon dioxide carrier, which was recently delivered to Norway's Northern Lights, and China's modified Zhuque-2 methalox rocket, which has completed its maiden flight.
14:41, 30-Nov-2024
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Over 1,000 pulsars: China's FAST telescope leads the world in pulsar discovery
China's Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Radio Telescope (FAST), the world's largest single-dish and most sensitive radio telescope, has identified more than 1,000 new pulsars since its launch in 2016, said its operator, the National Astronomical Observatories under the Chinese Academy of Sciences (NAOC), on Tuesday. This discovery of new pulsars has surpassed the total number of pulsars found by all other international telescopes combined, according to the NAOC. Also in today's newsletter, you'll learn about Huawei's latest flagship smartphone series, the Mate 70, as well as highlights from the ongoing China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing.
14:07, 27-Nov-2024
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China's 41st Antarctic expedition preparatory team arrives at Qinling Station
A 34-member preparatory team from China's 41st Antarctic expedition has arrived at Qinling Station, China's fifth research station in Antarctica, to begin groundwork for the arrival of the main expedition team. In today's newsletter, we also reveal the highlights of two major reports on internet development presented at the 2024 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit, which concluded on Friday. Additionally, we have the latest news on the construction of China's Jiangmen Underground Neutrino Observatory, the world's largest transparent spherical detector, located 700 meters underground to capture elusive neutrinos.
12:45, 23-Nov-2024
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AI and innovation in spotlight at 2024 WIC Wuzhen Summit
The Light of the Internet Expo, one of the main events at the 2024 World Internet Conference (WIC) Wuzhen Summit, kicked off on Tuesday in the water town of Wuzhen, east China's Zhejiang Province. For the first time, the event features an AI experience area, allowing visitors to enjoy cutting-edge AI applications in an immersive setting. Multiple space companies showcased their latest developments at the 15th Airshow China, all aiming to become key players in supporting China's mega satellite constellations. Follow CGTN for an in-depth look at their progress. Also in Today's newsletter, learn about China's first deep-ocean drilling vessel that is expected to make breakthroughs in sea exploration.
08:52, 20-Nov-2024
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Airshow China opens in S China, showcasing cutting-edge aerospace innovations
The 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition (Airshow China) opened on Tuesday in Zhuhai City, south China's Guangdong Province, attracting more than 1,000 companies from 47 countries and regions. At the airshow, a model technology for the offshore recovery of China's reusable rockets was displayed for the first time. Also, in today's newsletter, learn about how Chinese aircraft maker Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China secured orders for 130 planes on the first day of the airshow.
20:45, 13-Nov-2024
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This week's China space highlights
In this week's newsletter, we recap the complete journey of China's Shenzhou-18 spacecraft, which has now returned to Earth after a successful mission. The astronauts aboard Shenzhou-18 spent 192 days in space, setting a new record for the longest stay by Chinese astronauts. They also brought back soil samples to advance research into extraterrestrial habitation. Let’s explore how Shenzhou-18's remarkable six-month "space journey" concluded smoothly!
22:51, 09-Nov-2024
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China launches Shenzhou-19 crewed spacecraft for space station mission
China's Shenzhou-19 crewed spacecraft successfully launched on Wednesday atop a Long March-2F rocket from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China. Roughly 10 minutes after liftoff, the spacecraft separated from the rocket and entered its designated orbit. Also in this newsletter, explore highlights of the Shenzhou-19 spacecraft and Long March-2F rocket, and learn about China's first "post-90s" taikonauts on the Shenzhou-19 crew.
20:04, 30-Oct-2024
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China names second large cruise ship 'Adora Flora City'
China's second domestically built large cruise ship has been officially named Adora Flora City, announced by the China State Shipbuilding Corporation on Friday. The name pays homage to Guangzhou's nickname, "Flower City," and the ship is set for delivery by late 2026. It will operate international routes from its homeport in Guangzhou. Also in today's newsletter: Insights into Huawei's self-developed operating system, HarmonyOS NEXT, and the latest on China's reusable satellite Shijian-19, which carries scientific payloads for space breeding and other sci-tech experiments.
14:10, 26-Oct-2024
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China releases national plan for space science development by 2050
China on Tuesday released the country's first space science plan, elaborating on the basic principles, development goals and road map for its space science exploration through 2050. "The National Medium- and Long-Term Development Plan for Space Science (2024-2050)" identifies five major scientific themes with 17 priority areas for future breakthroughs. Also in today's newsletter, you'll learn about the latest report that further discloses the U.S. government agencies' cyber espionage operations targeting China, Germany and other countries, and the fifth test flight by SpaceX's Starship with the booster caught by mechanical arms upon its return to the pad.
14:15, 16-Oct-2024
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Jiangmen Underground Neutrino Observatory enters final construction phase
China's Jiangmen Underground Neutrino Observatory, a gigantic and complex scientific facility designed to unlock the mystery of neutrinos, has entered its final construction phase. The innermost acrylic sphere is now fully assembled, while the outer stainless-steel grid and photomultiplier tubes are progressing smoothly. All installation tasks are expected to be completed by the end of November. Also in today's newsletter: Elon Musk's newly released robotaxi and a celestial spectacle featuring a comet that only appears once every 60,000 years.
13:55, 12-Oct-2024
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What can samples from the far side of the moon tell us?
Lunar samples retrieved by China's Chang'e-6 mission from the far side of the moon will be displayed at the 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, also known as Airshow China, in November. In today's newsletter, we learn how new technologies enabled the Chang'e-6 mission and why the mission was historic. We also have updates on Chinese gaming companies at Tokyo Game Show 2024, as well as news on the FAST telescope and the installation of over 4 million 5G base stations in China.
11:46, 28-Sep-2024
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The digital transformation of cities: A global perspective
As society advances, there is a corresponding increase in the demands of its people. Urban development is facing challenges such as resource imbalances and inadequate infrastructure. In this scenario, the role of digital urban governance becomes particularly important. Learn about the practices of smart urban governance in cities around the world. In today's newsletter, you'll also learn about the strides that China has made in its lunar exploration over the past 20 years, and the country's stance against a reported plan of the U.S. to ban Chinese-made software and hardware in connected and autonomous vehicles in the U.S.
14:30, 25-Sep-2024
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'Black Myth: Wukong' sets China AAA game record with $961m in sales
Video game "Black Myth: Wukong" has shattered records just one month after its release. According to data analytics firm VideoGame Insights, the Chinese-made game has been purchased an impressive 20 million times on Steam alone, generating over $961 million in revenue. This milestone sets a new benchmark for China's domestic AAA (Triple-A) game sales. The game is also available on platforms such as WeGame, PlayStation and Epic. Industry analysts predict that annual purchases could reach between 30 and 40 million. Also in today's newsletter, you'll learn about the first commercial flight by China's C919 jetliner using sustainable aviation fuel, and two new satellites launched for the country's BeiDou-3 Navigation Satellite System.
14:21, 21-Sep-2024
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From Mid-Autumn Festival to space program: China's passion for the moon
For millennia, the moon has been more than just a celestial body to the Chinese people; it's a symbol of beauty, longing and familial unity. This enduring fascination has fueled a century-old lunar lore and a modern-day space program that seeks to unravel the moon's mysteries. The Mid-Autumn Festival, celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth month on the Chinese lunar calendar, is a time of family reunion and moon appreciation. Today's newsletter features a group of scientific achievements made by China, such as Yutu-2 lunar rover beaming back images from moon's far side, Chinese scientists publishing first paper decoding lunar samples, Einstein Probe capturing X-ray images of the moon, and space engineers revealing Chang'e-6 designs.
11:49, 18-Sep-2024
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Making history: First private spacewalk and China's jump test
The world of space exploration was abuzz this week as a series of groundbreaking developments unfolded. Two astronauts from a SpaceX capsule conducted the world's first private spacewalk. Meanwhile, a Russian crew arrived at the International Space Station, adding to the growing international presence in orbit. Today's newsletter also delves into significant strides made in China's aerospace industry. A Chinese rocket company completed a 10-km vertical takeoff and vertical landing jump test, while Asia's largest high-altitude space engine test stand became operational and Air China's inaugural C919 aircraft completed its maiden flight.
10:22, 14-Sep-2024
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Huawei launches world's first tri-fold smartphone as Apple debuts iPhone16
Chinese smartphone maker Huawei on Tuesday unveiled the world's first triple-fold smartphone, called the Mate XT, which users can fold in three ways like an accordion screen door. The product launch came hours after its U.S. competitor Apple revealed the iPhone 16 series. Both products will ship starting September 20. Apple on Monday unveiled its AI-boosted iPhone 16 and promised improvements on its Siri personal assistant as it rolled out new software, beginning in test mode next month. Apple has yet to announce an AI partner in China to power the new phone. Today's newsletter also features China's plan to lift foreign investment access restrictions in the manufacturing sector and our new episode of Tech Please on the International Lunar Exploration Station.
14:56, 11-Sep-2024
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Global aerospace experts endorse China's lunar expedition
Discover the latest developments in China's space exploration efforts towards the moon and Mars in today's newsletter. Driven by human curiosity, the enigmatic moon has long been a dream destination for explorers. China initiated its lunar exploration program in 2004, aiming to achieve a manned lunar landing by 2030. "Never fail, valuable, and successful" are the keywords echoed by global aerospace experts. Recently, China has outlined a blueprint for its international lunar research station, attracting new global partners. For Mars, China plans to launch the Tianwen-3 mission around 2028, aiming to return Martian samples to Earth.
12:25, 07-Sep-2024
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A Ghanaian student's journey to China, fueled by aerospace passion
Bruce, a student from Ghana, has undertaken an inspiring journey from his home country to China, driven by his passion for aerospace technology. Now pursuing a PhD in aerospace science and technology at Northwestern Polytechnical University in Xi'an, he is deeply involved in cutting-edge research on propellant combustion and other aerospace-related areas. In today's newsletter, you'll also learn about the milestones that China's C919 jetliner has made as well as the challenges it faces, and the country's pledge to support the development of artificial intelligence.
15:19, 04-Sep-2024
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Decoding 'Black Myth: Wukong' – Secrets from 'Journey to the West'
"Black Myth: Wukong," based on Chinese classic "Journey to the West," has exploded onto the global gaming scene. Three days after China's first AAA game was released on August 20, the number of people playing it on online platform Steam had exceeded 2.415 million, with over 10 million copies sold across all platforms. One of the key discussions on social platforms is how the game's plot compares to that of the book. So, CGTN has produced a companion guide, helping players learn about the plot and characters from the novel. Today's newsletter also features 'Black Myth: Wukong' in the eyes of foreign players, the real actor behind the video game and how it sparked a tourism boom in China's Shanxi, along with a CGTN questionnaire on the game.
11:11, 28-Aug-2024
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'Black Myth: Wukong' makes game history with a legendary debut
The gaming world is abuzz with excitement after the highly anticipated action role-playing game (ARPG) "Black Myth: Wukong" was released at 10 a.m. Tuesday. As of 11:40 a.m. Tuesday, the video game, which is inspired by the 16th-century Chinese classic "Journey to the West," topped the hot play chart on Steam, a global digital distribution platform for video games, with over 1.2 million players worldwide. The game, developed by Game Science, draws inspiration from the famous Chinese novel that follows the adventures of a monk and his three disciples, centering on Sun Wukong, or the Monkey King, who is known for his supernatural abilities and mischievous nature. The influence of "Journey to the West" extends across China and beyond, especially East Asia. The story has been adapted into operas, TV series, films and now a video game. Today's newsletter features "Black Myth: Wukong" producer's take on game development, and the Chinese game winning Best Visuals at gamescom.
10:45, 21-Aug-2024
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China accelerates green transition amid global energy crisis
In a move toward a sustainable future, China has launched guidelines to accelerate the green transition across all areas of economic and social development. This plan aligns with global efforts to address climate change, as highlighted in BP's Energy Outlook 2024, which stresses the urgent need to shift from fossil fuels to low-carbon energy sources. The guidelines outline a multifaceted approach, including optimizing territorial space development, promoting green transitions in the industrial and energy sectors, and advancing green transportation and urban-rural development. Today's newsletter also features China's latest moves to achieve green transition goals: green transformations of China's highways, enhancements in hydrogen technology to boost the Paris Olympics' carbon goals, booming sales of new energy vehicles and the discovery of an unprecedented massive gas field in the South China Sea.
10:02, 14-Aug-2024
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Breakthrough: China releases first homegrown PC operating system featuring AI
Chinese company Kylinsoft launched its first homegrown Kylin operating system for personal computers (PC), integrated with artificial intelligence (AI), on Thursday. This marks the first of its kind in the country. Also in this newsletter, sales of China's new energy passenger vehicles soar in July, and Shenzhou-18 taikonauts hold "Olympics" aboard China Space Station.
11:19, 10-Aug-2024
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China launches first batch of satellites in mega constellation project
China launched a Long March-6A carrier rocket from Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in the northern province of Shanxi, deploying 18 satellites of "Thousand Sails Constellation" into their preset orbit. The launch marks a significant step for China in the global satellite internet field. Also find in the newsletter details about the successful demonstration test of China's 1,000 km/h maglev train and the inauguration of fifth regular route of China's C919 aircraft.
09:39, 07-Aug-2024
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How new tech helps urban buildings in China cool themselves in summer
This summer, several regions in China have experienced intense heat waves. July saw an average temperature of 23.2 degrees Celsius, the highest since 1961. In response to these soaring temperatures, safeguarding key population groups is essential. Experts also emphasize the need for enhanced preparedness to tackle climate change through improvements in urban planning and architectural design. In this newsletter, we also explore the AS700 manned airship, which recently completed its inaugural low-altitude demonstration flight. Additionally, discover the emerging professions sparked by China's rapid digitalization.
08:27, 03-Aug-2024
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Chinese history-making technologies amaze 2024 Paris Summer Olympics
Cloud technology has surpassed satellite for the first time to become the main medium of broadcasting the Olympic Games, increasing broadcasting speeds while decreasing the cost. At the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, the Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS) OBS and Alibaba Cloud, the cloud computing arm of China's internet giant Alibaba, co-developed the OBS Cloud 3.0 for the opening ceremony of the Games. International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach said "Alibaba's Wonder Avenue is the latest example of how our partnership is taking the Olympic Movement into the digital age." Today's newsletter also features CMG's 10 self-developed technology applications for the Games, and CGTN's newly built virtual broadcast studio which presented an immersive experience in Paris using state-of-the-art AR and VR technology.
12:16, 31-Jul-2024
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China's unique lunar missions and International Moon Village
For the first time in human history, Chinese scientists have discovered a new type of mineral in a lunar sample brought back by the country's Chang'e-5 lunar mission, which contains water in its molecular structure. In today's newsletter, you'll also find a major event marking International Moon Day, observed annually on July 20, kicked off in Harbin, northeast China. Themed "Moon Village 2050: A New Home for Humanity," the event featured keynote addresses by space experts, panel discussions and an awards ceremony for the Moon Station 2050 Global Innovation Competition. Today's newsletter also features a space expert explaining what makes China's lunar missions unique, and a series of reports on the International Moon Day and China's Chang'e-6 mission.
11:33, 24-Jul-2024
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China launches new observation satellite for BRI, national defense
China on Friday sent a new Earth observation satellite, the Gaofen-11 05 satellite, into space from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in north China's Shanxi Province. The satellite is a versatile tool for land surveys, urban planning, land ownership verification, road network design, crop yield prediction, and disaster prevention and mitigation. Also in this newsletter, China's shipbuilding industry soars in H1, solidifies leading position and China's AG600 amphibious plane passes high-temperature, high-humidity flight test.
09:16, 20-Jul-2024
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China's satellite internet offers new connectivity for global users
The satellite internet industry is booming in China, from establishing the first high-orbit satellite internet to launching the first medium-Earth-orbit communication satellite. Find out more here. Also in today's newsletter, check out how the humanoid robot industry has been gaining momentum in China and learn about the country's rail freight volume and turnover in June.
20:25, 17-Jul-2024
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China achieves 32% sales growth in NEVs for first half of 2024
China reported a significant increase in the sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs), totaling of 4.94 million units for the first half of 2024, marking a experiencing a notable year-over-year growth of 32 percent.
11:49, 13-Jul-2024
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U.S. fabrication of 'Volt Typhoon' to smear China
Today's newsletter features a special report on how the U.S. hyped up "Volt Typhoon," a so-called hacking organization that it falsely claims is backed by China. The report was jointly released by China's National Computer Emergency Response Center and other institutions in April. It also features a report on a Sino-French astronomical satellite that identified three gamma-ray bursts, CGTN reporter Zhao Chenchen's interview of AI expert Zeng Yi on China-proposed AI resolution adopted at the UNGA, and China's deep-sea mining vehicle reaching record depth.
11:40, 10-Jul-2024
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China Space Station sets milestone with 16th spacewalk
The three Chinese astronauts, or taikonauts, on board the China Space Station for the Shenzhou-18 mission completed their second spacewalk of about 6.5 hours on Wednesday, marking the 16th extravehicular activity by taikonauts during the space station's application and development phase. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's newly opened Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link and check out the full text of the Shanghai Declaration on Global AI Governance released on Thursday.
08:58, 06-Jul-2024
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UNGA adopts China-proposed resolution on AI cooperation
The 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Monday unanimously adopted a resolution proposed by China and co-sponsored by over 140 countries, aimed at strengthening international cooperation in AI capacity building. Also in this newsletter, learn about China's record-breaking Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, which opened to traffic on Sunday. Additionally, check out the latest episode of "Tech Please" to hear CGTN reporter Zhao Chenchen's observations on how AI is shaping the future at the Summer Davos, held from June 25 to 27 in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province.
10:26, 03-Jul-2024
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China hands over humankind's 1st moon far side samples to researchers
The first lunar samples ever collected from the moon's far side landed on Earth this week after China’s Chang'e-6 mission returned from its lunar voyage. Chinese scientists are eager to study the samples and expand international collaboration in lunar exploration.
10:23, 29-Jun-2024
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China's top science prize explained: A look at its history and future
China's State Science and Technology Awards were created by the State Council in 2000. The results of the 2023 edition are expected to be revealed in the coming week. Find out more about China's top science accolade for individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions in the field of scientific and technological advancement. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's development in artificial intelligence at the World Intelligence Expo 2024 in the northern seaside city of Tianjin, and check out the latest data on China's new energy vehicles.
08:52, 22-Jun-2024
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China boasts world's largest transport networks with global reach
China's transportation network has reached an impressive 6 million kilometers by 2023, boasting world-class features, the largest high-speed rail network, expressway network, and postal express delivery network. In today's newsletter, you'll also learn about other advancements such as the record transport volume of China-Europe freight trains, and the Shenzhen-Zhongshan megaproject that is ready to open. China launches high-speed sleeper trains linking the mainland and HK, the Yangtze river Delta railway loop line, and the largest high-speed train maintenance base in the southwest region.
12:39, 19-Jun-2024
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10 candidates selected for China's fourth batch of astronauts
Ten candidates, including eight space pilots and two payload specialists, have been selected for China's fourth batch of astronauts, the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) announced on Tuesday. Find out the details. Also in this newsletter, China installs Asia's first cylindrical offshore oil platform and China designs a 'manta ray' submersible for coral reef monitoring.
11:06, 12-Jun-2024
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China's Chang'e-6 mission: Moon samples reach re-entry vehicle
The lunar samples collected from the far side of the moon during China's Chang'e-6 mission were transferred to a re-entry vehicle on Thursday. Find out the details and the next steps of the lunar mission. Also in today's newsletter, learn about the storage of lunar samples brought back by the Chang'e-5 mission and the treatment of the samples from the Chang'e-6 in the future, and check out how China's 5G has developed in the past five years.
07:51, 08-Jun-2024
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Chang'e-6: Unraveling historical lunar landing and sample collection
China's Chang'e-6 probe lifted off from the lunar surface on Tuesday, carrying world's first samples collected from the moon's far side, an unprecedented achievement in human history. Launched on May 3, the probe separated from the orbiter-returner combination on May 30 and touched down in the South Pole-Aitken (SPA) Basin on June 2. In today's episode, you'll also learn about technologies behind lunar landing, foreign scientists' appraisal of Chang'e-6 mission, images sent back by Chang'e-6, Chinese flag on moon's far side, and future plans of the mission.
10:19, 05-Jun-2024
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Cutting-edge sci-tech innovations propel China-Arab cooperation to new heights
China's partnership with the Arab world has already yielded over 200 major projects, positively impacting nearly 2 billion people. As the two sides solidified this partnership with landmark cooperation deals this week, cutting-edge technological advancements are poised to propel China-Arab cooperation to even greater heights in the coming years. Also in today’s newsletter, check out China’s unique gift to Arab countries brought back from the China Space Station and the two rocket launches in three days by the Chinese commercial space company Galactic Energy, which broke a domestic record.
09:02, 01-Jun-2024
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China's Shenzhou-18 crew completes first spacewalk, sets new record
The Shenzhou-18 crew completed its first extravehicular activity on Tuesday, setting a new record for the longest single spacewalk by Chinese astronauts. In about 8.5 hours, Ye Guangfu, Li Cong and Li Guangsu conducted installation of space debris protection devices and inspection of extravehicular equipment and facilities. In today's newsletter, you'll also learn about how the Shenzhou-18 taikonauts carry out scientific experiments, the world‘s first video of fish swimming in space, and scientists conducting biological analysis of Shenzhou-17 mission samples.
15:01, 29-May-2024
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China achieves world's first gene edited pig liver xenotransplantation
On May 17, China successfully conducted the world's first liver cross-species transplant in a cancer patient using a 10-gene edited pig organ at a hospital in east China's Anhui Province. Find out the details. Also in today's newsletter, check out the cutting edge technologies at the 7th Digital China Summit, which kicked off in Fuzhou City of southeast China's Fujian Province on Friday and learn about the causes of sensitive skin from an expert.
08:07, 25-May-2024
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The month of May, the hotbed of AI innovations
May has become synonymous with AI innovation, as tech giants unveil their latest advancements one after another. In today's episode, CGTN reporter Zhao Chenchen explores the future of AI with experts in the wake of OpenAI's release of upgraded AI model GPT-4o. However, actress Scarlett Johansson claims that the voice in GPT-4o sounds "eerily similar" to hers. Was her voice used without permission? In today's episode, you'll also learn about Microsoft debuting Copilot+ PCs with AI integration, Europe enacting a landmark AI Act, and Dubai launching a competition for generative AI enthusiasts.
11:55, 22-May-2024
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China readies test bench for new rocket engines used in manned lunar missions
China is making new progress for its manned lunar exploration. The country readied a test bench for new engines that will power the Long March-10 rocket series used to carry taikonauts to the moon. Also in this newsletter, learn about China's upgraded research infrastructure in Shanghai that aims to reveal the mysteries of the microscopic world, and the surge of high-tech products taking China Railway Express to Europe.
16:30, 18-May-2024
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China-Europe freight train service expands 10%
In today's newsletter, learn about the expanding services of China-Europe freight trains. China Railway Group Limited said that 6,184 China-Europe freight trains delivered 675,000 TEUs of goods between January and April, marking a year-on-year increase of 10 percent and 11 percent, respectively. Also check out the latest news on Haikui No. 1, Asia's first cylindrical floating production, storage, and offloading facility, as well as the atmospheric research on the samples brought back from China's 40th Antarctic expedition.
09:55, 15-May-2024
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China hands over Chang'e-6 mission CubeSat satellite data to Pakistan
China delivered the data from ICUBE-Q to Pakistan on Friday. The satellite captured its first image on May 8, as it separated from the Chang'e-6 orbiter to carry out exploration activities such as capturing images of the moon. Developed by China and Pakistan, the ICUBE-Q satellite is the result of the first lunar exploration cooperation project between the two countries. Today's newsletter also features Chang'e-6 entering lunar orbit after near-moon braking and CGTN reporter Zhao Chenchen talking with Giuseppe Reibaldi, president of the Moon Village Association, on the lunar mission.
12:57, 11-May-2024
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China and France forge ahead in sci-tech collaboration
This newsletter brings you exciting news about the expanding partnership between China and France in science and technology. In a joint statement on AI governance, leaders of the two countries committed to developing ethical frameworks for AI that are fair, transparent and beneficial to all. Additionally, China and France are making significant strides in nuclear power and space exploration.
16:13, 08-May-2024
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China launches Chang'e-6 lunar probe to retrieve samples from moon's far side
China on Friday launched its latest lunar probe, the Chang'e-6, aiming to bring back 2 kilograms of samples from the far side of the moon, for the first time in human history. The Chang'e-6 carries four international payloads and satellites, including a radon detector from France, a lunar surface negative ion analyzer from the European Space Agency, a laser angle reflector from Italy and a cube satellite from Pakistan. Today's newsletter also features CGTN's livestream on the mission and international guests speaking highly of the Chang'e-6 mission, urging for more space cooperation.
11:38, 04-May-2024
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China declares Shenzhou-17 manned mission a complete success
China's Shenzhou-17 astronauts – Tang Hongbo, Tang Shengjie and Jiang Xinlin – safely returned to Earth on Tuesday after a six-month mission to the country's space station. The manned spaceflight mission was a complete success and the trio is said to be in good health. Today's newsletter features CGTN's livestream on the spacecraft's return, Shenzhou-17 astronauts' arrival in Chinese capital Beijing and their mission's highlights.
13:53, 01-May-2024
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China to launch Shenzhou-18 crew to space station Thursday
China has revealed its latest crew for a six-month mission to the country's space station. The Shenzhou-18 crewed spaceship will be launched at 8:59 p.m. Beijing Time on Thursday from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China. Chinese astronauts Ye Guangfu, Li Cong and Li Guangsu will carry out the Shenzhou-18 manned mission, and Ye will be the commander. In today's newsletter, you'll also learn about other space missions this year, as the country is projected to make about 100 space launch missions in 2024, setting a new record in its space history.
08:36, 25-Apr-2024
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Latest on China's AI, space and cruise liner industries
Here's a quick bite on China's latest advancements in AI, space exploration, and the cruise liner industry. China's AI sector is thriving and now has over 4,500 enterprises, according to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. China's Shenzhou-18 spaceship has been moved to the launchpad at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, and is expected to blast off soon. Lastly, China's second domestically-built large cruise liner has reached a significant milestone as final assembly has begun at a dock in Shanghai.
21:38, 20-Apr-2024
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China's reusable rocket engine achieves record repeated test runs
This week's newsletter brings a mix of science, health and entertainment news. We'll start with China's advancements in reusable rocket technology, where a key engine has broken a record for repeated test runs. In the health section, we'll explore actionable tips to reduce cancer risk in light of China's focus on knowledge sharing during National Anti-Cancer Week. Finally, for our gamers, we delve into the uncertain future of Blizzard's return to the Chinese mainland. Our analysis provides a deeper look into the situation.
15:55, 17-Apr-2024
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Tech Please: How can China's 'smartbrains' help paralysis patients?
CGTN's reporter Zhao Chenchen brings us an intriguing story about how the cutting-edge brain-computer technology empowers patients who have lost motor skills, enabling them to regain some control over their lives. Also in this newsletter, China's relay satellite Queqiao-2, completed in-orbit communication tests on Friday. It will support future lunar exploration missions. Plus, the Port of Shanghai has completed China's first methanol ship-to-ship bunkering operation, establishing itself as the nation's primary hub equipped with simultaneous ship-to-ship methanol bunkering capabilities.
10:36, 13-Apr-2024
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China greenlights EHang to mass produce world's first certified eVTOL
China's civil aviation authorities granted a Production Certificate to the domestically developed EH216-S passenger-carrying pilotless electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft on Sunday, marking a significant leap toward mass production and commercial operations. Also in today's newsletter, you'll learn about a new layered textile that can be lit up by the touch of a finger, the total solar eclipse across North America, and the latest development of a full-blown safety crisis grappling Boeing.
14:32, 10-Apr-2024
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Fake news attempts to use fallen U.S. rival to discredit China's super telescope
A fabricated news story circulating on social media platform X falsely claims that China's Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Radio Telescope (FAST) lies in ruins. This piece of misinformation, posted on Monday, has gained traction, gaining over half a million views. Also in today's newsletter, learn about how Chinese researchers transplanted a gene-edited pig kidney into a human body, and whether the recent health scandal will dent confidence in "Made in Japan."
07:34, 06-Apr-2024
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China unveils roadmap for data-driven future
The inaugural National Data Work Conference, held in Beijing from April 1 to 2, charted a course for China's data-driven future. The event outlined a comprehensive strategy to bolster data infrastructure, promote data sharing and utilization, and cultivate a thriving data ecosystem. In today's newsletter, you'll also learn about China's high-altitude Maerdang hydropower station and the initial ferry flight of the manned airship AS700.
14:39, 03-Apr-2024
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Expert: Japan's red yeast rice scandal creates crisis of confidence
In today's newsletter, we have the latest on the recent Japanese supplement scare. The health scandal surrounding drugmaker Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's red yeast rice products has created a trust crisis for the company. Also, Chinese tech giant Xiaomi, the world's third-largest smartphone maker, has made a splash in the electric vehicle (EV) market with the highly anticipated launch of its first EV, the Speed Ultra 7 (SU7). Last but not least, China and Indonesia have completed their first joint scientific expedition in the Java Trench.
12:42, 30-Mar-2024
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How does China Space Station always maintain a mild environment?
In this newsletter, we will reveal how the China Space Station always maintains a mild environment consistently. At the recent Game Developer Conference (GDC) in San Francisco, U.S., Chinese developers unveiled AI tools that promise to revolutionize video game creation speed. These tools can be up to 100 times faster than traditional software. In addition, China announced a major oilfield discovery in the Bohai Sea, adding over 100 million tonnes of oil equivalent proved in-place.
14:18, 23-Mar-2024
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China successfully launches relay satellite Queqiao-2 for Earth-moon communication
China launched the Queqiao-2 relay satellite atop a Long March-8 Y3 carrier rocket for China's lunar missions from south China's Hainan Province on Wednesday. Also in today’s newsletter, learn about how the China-Europe freight trains drive world trade, and we pick the brain of Miao Wei, vice chairman of the Committee on Economic Affairs of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee, about China's booming new energy vehicle industry.
20:13, 20-Mar-2024
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Latest on China’s space and semiconductor industries
China has selected its fourth batch of astronauts for future space missions. They include astronauts from the Hong Kong and Macao Special Administrative Regions. CGTN interviewed Alibaba Cloud founder, Wang Jian. He told CGTN that he believes OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s search for trillion-dollar investments for the global semiconductor industry has more of a “marketing value”. Semiconductor specialist Chu Junhao told CGTN in an exclusive interview that "China needs to build its own strengths in global semiconductor industry."
11:03, 16-Mar-2024
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Expert: Artificial intelligence currently operates as partial artificial intelligence
The burgeoning technologies of artificial intelligence (AI) have been fueling our daily discussions recently for their jaw-dropping capabilities. In this special series of Tech Talk, we invite scholars and industry experts to explore questions concerning multiple aspects of AI. These three episodes focus on the current AI's progress versus human intelligence, AI applications in healthcare and the next-generation GPU competition.
14:40, 13-Mar-2024
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NPC deputy: AI development requires equally boosting computing, storage
Our Tech Talk continues around the topic of AI. Feng Dan, a deputy to the 14th National People's Congress and dean of the School of Computer Science and Technology, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, explained why storage capacity is as critical as computing power when we develop AI. Additionally, we released the full-length interview with Lyu Benfu, vice chairman at the China Institute for Innovation and Development Strategy, while iFLYTEK VP Fang Ming talked about how China can make up its computing power shortage with efficient algorithms.
18:45, 09-Mar-2024
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Tech Talk: What lies ahead as we embrace AI?
Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney and Sora are in the spotlight for jaw-dropping capabilities. But the excitement also comes with anxiety. CGTN's Zhao Chenchen, Guo Meiping sat down with experts to explore this in three episodes of Tech Talk. The first episode focuses on trends of AI development and global AI governance cooperation. The second one emphasizes the importance of AI regulation, and the third one mentions 2024 is pivotal for AI applications. Looking ahead, we'll discuss detailed application scenarios of AI, infrastructure needed to support AI development, and more.
11:19, 06-Mar-2024
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China to launch Shenzhou-18 and 19 crewed missions in 2024
In this newsletter, we bring you exciting updates from the forefront of China's pioneering space missions and financial advancements. China is gearing up to launch its Shenzhou-18 and 19 crewed missions in 2024, and the training of the selected astronaut crew is underway. The People's Bank of China is breaking down barriers in financial transactions by calling for collaborative efforts to streamline payment processes for foreigners within the country. Additionally, China is accelerating its efforts by constructing homegrown third-generation Hualong-1 nuclear power units in batches.
12:36, 02-Mar-2024
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Chinese manned submersible Jiaolong conducts 1st dives in Atlantic
China's deep-sea submersible Jiaolong successfully completed its maiden dives in the Atlantic Ocean, reaching new depths in the nation's 83rd ocean expedition. Meanwhile, the country's telecom industry gears up for the future at MWC 2024 in Barcelona, Spain, showcasing cutting-edge innovations as China steps back into full swing after the Spring Festival. Also in today's newsletter, explore how European carmakers navigate the rising tide of Chinese electric vehicles in wake of the Geneva car show, and dive into a groundbreaking scientific discovery related to Alzheimer's disease.
17:17, 29-Feb-2024
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China names new vehicles for manned lunar exploration mission
China unveiled on Saturday the names of its new vehicles for manned lunar exploration mission, naming the lunar lander "Lanyue" and the manned spacecraft "Mengzhou.” The smallest full moon of 2024 will shine on the Lantern Festival, and the U.S. made first lunar landing in over 50 years. Also in today's episode, check out Google’s latest AI model and a Chinese AI researcher's take on Sora.
15:26, 24-Feb-2024
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C919 + ARJ21: China-made commercial aircraft debut at Singapore airshow
China presented homegrown passenger jetliners C919 and ARJ21 at the Singapore Airshow making its international debut. We made a comparison video to show you the difference between Sora and its competitors as OpenAI's text-to-video AI tool Sora blew everyone away. Last but not least, check out more information on world's largest clean energy corridor in China.
11:32, 21-Feb-2024
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OpenAI Sora: What does it do and where will it take us?
OpenAI has stunned the world – again – with Sora, a new AI innovation that generates realistic videos from simple text descriptions. The AI tool doesn't simply stitch together multiple images but creates dynamic video sequences with several key advantages over existing models. Find out more in today's newsletter. Also in this issue, check out the test flights of a number of China's aircraft during Spring Festival, and learn about the country's establishment of an independent scientific system for Antarctic exploration and research over the past 40 years.
09:50, 17-Feb-2024
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China's deepest oil well set to break through 10,000-meter depth mark
China's first scientific exploration well with a depth of over 10,000 meters in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region is about to break through the 10,000-meter depth mark. The drilling of the well, Shendi Take-1, has already reached 9,850 meters according to the latest reports and new set of drill bits are installed for further digging. Also in today's newsletter, learn about the latest deep-sea exploration timetable for China's Jiaolong submersible and the coming flight demonstration of the C919 jet in Singapore.
15:58, 14-Feb-2024
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Virtual-real synthesis tech stuns viewers of Spring Festival Gala
The 2024 Spring Festival Gala, a lavish celebration produced and broadcast by China Media Group on Friday night, featured a fusion of multiple cutting-edge technologies, including extended reality, virtual production and artificial intelligence. By introducing an ultra-high-definition production system, the gala was staged via new shooting methods, presenting a lifelike world merging virtual and real scenes. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's newly opened Qinling Station for Antarctic scientific research and the development of the country's commercial aerospace sector.
13:51, 10-Feb-2024
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Exploring China Opportunities: New professions 'inside' China's pipelines
Cities across China are speeding up the upgrade of their underground utility systems at the beginning of 2024, as new technologies emerge to promote the industry and give rise to new professions. Also in today's newsletter, learn about a Chinese clinical team which put a wireless processor into the skull of a paralyzed man, and check out a CGTN editor's test on AI chatbots.
08:04, 03-Feb-2024
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How did China's BYD become world's top NEV seller?
China's auto industry reached new heights in 2023 in production, delivery and export volume. Among the emerging car manufacturers, BYD remains at the forefront of the trend, surpassing Tesla in the fourth quarter to become the world's top-selling pure electric vehicle brand. Explore how BYD achieved this milestone in today's newsletter. You'll also learn about the U.S. National Security Agency's admission that it buys Americans' internet browsing data from commercial brokers without a warrant, and the remarkable progress that China has made in developing advanced aeroengines.
13:52, 27-Jan-2024
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China to launch record number of spaceflights in 2024
China is expected to launch an unprecedented number of spacecraft this year as the country continues to advance its space exploration program. Find out the details in today's newsletter. Also in this handout, checkout what kinds of fruits were sent to the China Space Station onboard the Tianzhou-7 cargo spacecraft and the launch of China's commercial carrier rocket Lijian-1 Y3 which sent five satellites into preset orbit.
09:29, 24-Jan-2024
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Delivery! Chinese astronauts open up fresh packages sent on Tianzhou-7 cargo craft
China's astronauts on the country's space station have opened up new deliveries sent on the Tianzhou-7 cargo craft, including a slew of scientific devices, living supplies and many fresh fruits. CGTN's reporter Zhao Chenchen chatted with space expert Yang Yuguang to find out the highlights of the Tianzhou-7 mission. Plus, we dig deeper into the scientific devices sent on the cargo craft.
13:48, 20-Jan-2024
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What is the Tianzhou-7 cargo spacecraft taking to space?
China’s Tianzhou-7 cargo spacecraft is ready to send a new "express delivery" to the country's space station, containing goods for both the in-orbit Shenzhou-17 crew and the subsequent Shenzhou-18 crew. In addition, China's fifth Antarctic research station is one step closer to completion after sealing the roof of its main structure. Also, check out what insiders and experts have to say about AI's potential role in future technology applications at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
20:20, 17-Jan-2024
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Top 10 Chinese, global scientific advances for 2023 revealed
The top 10 scientific advances in China and worldwide in 2023 have been selected by members of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and members of the Chinese Academy of Engineering. Find out which innovations and discoveries made the cut. Also in this newsletter, check out the details of the launch of the world's most powerful solid propellant rocket and learn about the "China Night" Forum held during this year’s CES in Las Vegas.
09:06, 13-Jan-2024
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What to expect for China tech in 2024
In today's newsletter, we're going to explore the key moments that defined China's tech landscape in 2023 and what to expect in 2024. Also, let's delve into China's X-ray satellite Einstein Probe designed to observe distant flashes from cosmic events, a new regular route for China's self-developed large passenger aircraft, the C919, and the sea trials of a mega vessel named OOCL Valencia.
14:05, 10-Jan-2024
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The Xiaomi car may not be what you expect
Xiaomi's announcement of its first car, the Speed Ultra 7 (SU7), prompted discussions about its price, technology and the phonemaker's future. Some of the leaked details seem solid, while many others, according to Xiaomi, are not well-founded. Find out more about the debate surrounding the Xiaomi car. Also in this newsletter, check out the world's first functional semiconductor made from graphene, jointly developed by researchers from China and the U.S., and a massive solar flare recorded by China's first comprehensive solar probe.
13:29, 06-Jan-2024
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A fruitful year: China's major tech breakthroughs of 2023
In this newsletter, let's look back on China's tech breakthroughs in 2023. Chinese President Xi Jinping cited examples of China's major tech projects and products in his New Year address on December 31, emphasizing that the country's innovation-driven development is full of energy, thanks to years of dedicated efforts. We’ll also delve into the most popular news about Chinese tech on CGTN in the past year, as well as China’s expeditions in Polar regions and Qinghai-Xizang Plateau!
10:14, 03-Jan-2024
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Targeting Porche, Tesla: What we know about Xiaomi's EV launch
In this newsletter, we will tell you about Xiaomi's newly unveiled electric car and why the Chinese smartphone giant joined the crowded car-making arena. In addition, China completed its first commercial launch site for rockets in Hainan Province. And the nation's largest floating photovoltaic power station in Anhui Province achieved full capacity grid connection. With the year of 2023 drawing to a close, we thank you for your support and subscription and will continue to bring you the coolest tech news about China. Wish you a happy new year!
19:47, 30-Dec-2023
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China's new video game draft rules spark scrambling and debate
Employees at Papergames, a Suzhou-based video game developer, are burning the midnight oil, scrambling to adapt their upcoming title, "Love and Deepspace," to China's newly released draft video game regulations. Find out more in this newsletter. Also, learn about how a type of radiative material can cool a sun-baked roof by 30 degrees Celsius, and check out the details of China’s Shenzhou-17 crew’s first extravehicular activity.
09:47, 23-Dec-2023
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Remote sensing satellites, UAVs join Gansu earthquake rescue
China has swiftly deployed high-tech measures, including satellites and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), for emergency rescue after a magnitude-6.2 earthquake jolted Jishishan County in northwest China's Gansu Province on Monday midnight. Also in this newsletter, let's look back at the memorable moments of China's manned space program in 2023, including the Shenzhou-15, 16 and 17 manned missions, and learn about the progress of China's 40th Antarctic expedition.
10:29, 20-Dec-2023
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China's tech innovation prospers as nation targets breakthroughs
China's technology innovation capabilities have skyrocketed in the past decade, built on solid foundations laid since the implementation of the reform and opening-up policy about 45 years ago. Innovation in science and technology has also been listed as the top priority for China's economic work in 2024. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China and Vietnam's cooperation in economy and trade.
11:17, 16-Dec-2023
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China's methane-powered reusable rocket, Zhuque-3, expected to make maiden flight in 2025
China is set to launch its first liquid oxygen methane reusable rocket, constructed with stainless steel, for its maiden flight in 2025. Additionally, the commercial reusable Hyperbola-2Y rocket has successfully completed a new test involving vertical liftoff and landing. The inaugural domestically built large cruise ship, "Adora Magic City," has been handed over to its operator, Adora Cruises, awaiting trial operations. Explore more about China's robotics industry in our latest feature story.
14:19, 13-Dec-2023
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World's deepest, largest underground lab operational in China
We're delivering the latest stories from China's technology frontline to start your weekend! A 2,400-meter-deep physics laboratory, which is regarded as the deepest and largest underground lab in the world, has been put into use in China's Sichuan Province. China has also unveiled a conceptual design for what could become the world's largest nuclear-powered container ship, with a capacity to carry 24,000 standard containers. In addition, the country has revealed its roadmap to peak carbon emissions by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality in the next three decades in the automobile industry.
10:57, 09-Dec-2023
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China puts world's first 4th-generation nuclear power plant into commercial operation
We've got the latest stories on China's technology in this newsletter. The world's first 4th generation nuclear power plant has been put into commercial operation in east China's Shandong Province. The latest report on the artificial intelligence industry shows there are over 5,000 AI firms in China. China made new breakthrough in offshore oil and gas processing as it completed its homegrown cylindrical FPSO facility, the first of its kind in Asia.
15:35, 07-Dec-2023
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China's EV supply chain relies on global collaboration
Electric vehicle companies gathered at the first China International Supply Chain Expo held in Beijing pointed out that global collaboration is needed across the industry. Let's check it out. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's commitment and efforts in accelerating clean energy development at COP28, the current status of acute respiratory diseases in China, and the "dragon" theme and logo of the 2024 Spring Festival Gala.
22:37, 02-Dec-2023
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China's Loongson Technology launches new generation of homegrown computer CPU
Chinese chipmaker Loongson Technology unveiled its domestically-developed new generation computer CPU – Loongson 3A6000 in Beijing on Tuesday, making it China's latest version of a general-purpose processor by adopting its own architecture and homegrown design. In today's newsletter, you'll learn about the first high-resolution images of the China Space Station captured by the Shenzhou-16 crew on their way back to Earth, the latest aircraft and technological products displayed on the Aero Asia show, and China's potential in general aviation.
15:57, 29-Nov-2023
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What's China's role in creation of 'artificial sun'?
China is among the seven principal members of the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) project, the world's biggest "artificial sun," located in France. It is responsible for the development and manufacture of its magnet supporting system, and shipped the final consignment to France in early November. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's progress in developing the world's first commercial data center under the sea and the ongoing AERO Asia show featuring latest technological products in general aviation.
15:14, 25-Nov-2023
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Fixed-wing drone capable of vertical takeoff unveiled at China High-Tech Fair
A domestically made drone with two sets of wings and vertical takeoff and landing capabilities stunned visitors at the recently held 25th China Hi-Tech Fair in south China's Shenzhen. The drone will be used to monitor power facilities and oil and gas pipelines, forestry management, emergency rescue, surveying and mapping and other areas. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's high-speed rail network at the Lijiang-Shangri-La section of the Yunnan-Xizang Railway and Asia's largest deepwater oil and gas jacket Haiji-2.
14:23, 22-Nov-2023
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Chinese scientists report world's first live birth of chimeric monkey
Chinese scientists have confirmed the first live birth of a monkey that contains a high proportion of cells derived from a genetically distinct donor embryo, which paves the way for scientists to use chimeric primates to study human diseases. Also in this newsletter, find out the latest results from China’s fist radiation biological exposure experiment conducted outside the country’s space station. Worms were brought back to Earth by the Shenzhou-16 crew, and ongoing studies could lead to the development of radiation-resistant drugs. And finally, get a quick bite on OpenAI’s board changes.
20:38, 18-Nov-2023
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World's largest 18-megawatt offshore wind turbine rolls off assembly line
An 18-megawatt offshore wind turbine rolled off the assembly line in southeast China's Fujian Province last week, making it the largest capacity impeller unit by far in the world. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's progress in its meteorological satellite Fengyun-3F, a mega condensate gas field project in Bohai Bay and China's anime, comic and video game culture.
15:31, 15-Nov-2023
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Tech Talk: What is the next big thing in the internet industry?
From virtual reality and the metaverse to artificial intelligence, the internet industry welcomes major innovations that could change our lives almost every year. Chon Kilnam, an Internet Hall of Fame member known as "Father of the Korean Internet," told CGTN he believes the next big thing in the industry is artificial general intelligence, a hypothetical future state of a computer system that can rival or exceed the ability of humans to perform any intellectual task. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's telescopes for deep-space missions and the newly launched GPT-4 Turbo.
11:52, 11-Nov-2023
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What to expect from the 10th World Internet Conference
The 10th World Internet Conference (WIC) Wuzhen Summit commenced on Wednesday in the ancient river town of Wuzhen, Tongxiang in east China's Zhejiang Province. Over the past decade, the event has become an important engine in promoting the innovation and development of global internet and digital technologies. The 2023 event features digital cooperation, green growth, data governance, computing network and artificial intelligence. Also in today's newsletter, you will learn about the first Belt and Road Conference on Science and Technology Exchange and the sixth World Laureates Forum (WLF).
11:48, 08-Nov-2023
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China reveals plans to expand its space station
China will expand the basic configuration of its space station from the current T shape – consisting of the Tianhe core module, and two lab modules, Wentian and Mengtian – to a cross shape, according to the China Manned Space Agency. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's progress in the 40th Antarctic scientific expedition and an ambitious plan for humanoid robot production.
09:48, 04-Nov-2023
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China develops new record-breaking quantum computer prototype
A new quantum computer prototype developed by Chinese scientists, known as "Jiuzhang 3.0," with 255 detected photons, has achieved a calculation speed that is 10 quadrillion times faster in solving Gaussian boson sampling problems compared with the world's existing fastest supercomputer. Also in today's newsletter, learn about the breakthroughs Chinese scientists have made in the memristor computing-in-memory chip and its solar probe, Kuafu-1.
17:46, 11-Oct-2023
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China to double the size of its space station
China plans to expand its space station into six modules from the existing three in the coming years, Zhang Qiao, a researcher at the China Academy of Space Technology, said on Wednesday at the 74th International Astronautical Congress held in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. Also in this newsletter, check out the latest achievements of China's expedition on the summit of Mount Cho Oyu which soars to 8,201 meters above sea level and learn about the concerns of the international community about Japan's Advanced Liquid Processing System for treating its nuclear-contaminated wastewater.
09:27, 07-Oct-2023
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China opens up global collaboration opportunities in Chang'e-8 lunar exploration mission
China opens up opportunities for global collaboration in its Chang'e-8 lunar exploration mission, scheduled for launch around 2028, said the China National Space Administration (CNSA) on Monday. China "welcomes countries and international organizations to join and carry out cooperation on tasks, systems and facilities, to jointly achieve more significant original scientific discoveries," said the CNSA. In today's newsletter, you'll also learn about the country's first deep-water stratigraphic structure map, and the 2023 Nobel Prize laureates in medicine and physics.
11:37, 04-Oct-2023
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CMG's Mid-Autumn Festival Gala features high-tech visual feast
The 2023 Mid-Autumn Festival Gala, staged by China Media Group on Friday night, delivered an audiovisual feast powered by cutting-edge technologies to viewers around the world. Also in today's newsletter, learn about the latest scientific discussions on life forms beyond planet Earth and enjoy an analysis on whether the Huawei subculture will be accepted.
14:47, 30-Sep-2023
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Huawei launches new products for 'all scenarios' in grand comeback
Huawei on Monday introduced a series of new consumer electronics products that it claims can cover "all scenarios." The products include a high-end smartphone, a luxurious smartwatch built with 18-karat gold, a home router supporting the latest WiFi-7 standard and a 13.2-inch tablet. But perhaps the biggest news was the announcement of the "Ultimate Design" brand to replace the previous luxurious Porsche Design. Also, in today's newsletter, learn about what scientists say about aliens and China's first cross-sea high-speed railway set to operate on Thursday in east China's Fujian Province.
12:07, 27-Sep-2023
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China Space Station: China delivers first live science class from Mengtian lab module
China's in-orbit Shenzhou-16 trio, Jing Haipeng, Zhu Yangzhu and Gui Haichao, livestreamed the first science class from the Mengtian lab module of the China Space Station on Thursday. The crew showcased their living and working facilities in the lab module and demonstrated several fun experiments in microgravity environment. Also in today's newsletter, learn about the U.S. intelligence agency's infiltration to Chinese tech company Huawei's servers since 2009, and analysis on the features and technologies of Apple's current flagship iPhones.
13:56, 23-Sep-2023
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NSA-affiliated staff behind Chinese university cyberattack identified
China identified the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) personnel responsible for the cyberattacks on China's Northwestern Polytechnical University when analyzing spyware dubbed SecondDate. The spyware is a cyber-espionage weapon, developed by the NSA, which is able to carry out malicious activities such as eavesdropping and interception of network traffic, man-in-the-middle attacks and inserting malicious code. Also in today's newsletter, learn about NASA's findings after a yearlong study into UFOs, and what Beijing has prepared for the 20th National Science Popularization Day.
14:05, 16-Sep-2023
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China's first domestically built large cruise ship starts final trial voyage
China's first domestically built large cruise liner, Adora Magic City, embarked on its second and final trial voyage on Thursday. The ship's speed, maneuverability, unattended machinery spaces and durability will be tested during the six-day trial, and relevant performance tests will be conducted in a calm sea area with a water depth of about 100 meters. Also in today's newsletter, learn about a study that involved Chinese scientists growing humanized kidneys in pig embryos, and a breakthrough in electromagnetic detection across the mid-ocean ridge.
13:58, 09-Sep-2023
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2023 CIFTIS special: Hot technologies on display
2023 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) opened on September 2 with over 2,400 enterprises from 59 countries and regions exhibiting diverse services. At the fair, our reporters followed one of the popular topics – ESG development in China. Also on display was a new technology that can virtually simulate a patient’s pulse for traditional Chinese doctors.
14:03, 06-Sep-2023
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Huawei ignites Chinese internet with silent 'launch' of Mate 60 Pro
Huawei has caught the smartphone world by surprise with the launch of its latest flagship product, the Mate 60 Pro, without any advertising. Hailed by the company as "the most powerful Mate model" ever, the new phone supports incoming and outgoing calls via satellite when there is no ground network. Also in today's newsletter, discover the breakthrough Chinese scientists have made in mass production of 12-inch 2D semiconductor wafers and find out about the country's first commercial reconfigurable 5G RF transceiver chip.
09:59, 02-Sep-2023
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Over 76.4% of Chinese are now online
China's internet user base had reached 1.08 billion by June 2023, an increase of 11.09 million since December 2022, meaning more than 76.4 percent of China's population are now internet users, said a new report released by the China Internet Network Information Center on Monday. It also shows that Chinese netizens now have better digital skills than before. Also in today's newsletter, find graphics on the development of internet in China and new breakthroughs in controllable nuclear fusion technology for the country's new-generation "artificial sun."
14:07, 30-Aug-2023
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Japan’s discharge of radioactive water leaves world with unknown consequences
We'll help you see the bigger picture around Japan's discharge of nuclear-contaminated water, after the government started its release into the Pacific Ocean on Thursday. Our stories explain the differences between treated contaminated water and regular nuclear wastewater, as well as neighboring countries' reactions and local protests toward the dump. We also bring you personal stories about how uncertain and worried local residents and fish vendors are about their futures.
13:51, 26-Aug-2023
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Nanorobot expert: We have to rethink our attitude to new technologies
On the sidelines of the recently concluded World Robot Conference 2023, a nanorobot expert shared his perspectives on "robotization.” Learn more in today's newsletter. In this edition of the newsletter, gain insights into an expert’s perspectives on the synergy among BRICS nations and explore concerns from both domestic and overseas sources regarding Japan's plan to release treated radioactive water into the ocean on August 24th.
14:50, 23-Aug-2023
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Nature declares summer sensation of LK-99 superconductivity as false
An article in Nature suggests that the recent breakthrough in room-temperature superconductors might be debunked. Scientists seemed to have demystified LK-99, which isn’t a superconductor. In the newsletter, you'll also read about "dwarf pulses" from a pulsar detected by the FAST telescope. Plus, an update on China's self-developed floating production, storage and offloading vessel construction.
16:17, 19-Aug-2023
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No other results confirm LK-99 superconductor claim: Chinese researcher
Chinese researchers have found evidence which overturns a claim made by a group of South Korean researchers that they have created a room-temperature, ambient-pressure superconducting material – LK-99. Luo Jianlin, a researcher on the Institute of Physics team, told CGTN via email that none of the research teams looking into the claim around the world have confirmed that the material has superconductivity capacity at room temperature. Also in this newsletter, learn about the current global chip frenzy and how China’s ACG culture relates to technology.
09:46, 16-Aug-2023
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LK-99 myth: Researchers find strong evidence against room-temperature superconductor claim
Hope for LK-99 to be a real room-temperature superconductor is diminishing, as Chinese researchers have found evidence which overturns the claim made by a group of South Korean researchers. Also in this newsletter, learn about how the steel pipe industry is coping with extreme weather, and the latest progress of China's 13th Arctic Ocean scientific expedition.
16:21, 12-Aug-2023
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The North Pole Expedition: What is life like on board China's Xuelong-2 icebreaker?
China's ongoing Arctic Ocean scientific expedition has just seen the conclusion of its first operation project, and the team members are continuing their scientific research at the Chukchi Sea. Backing them is Xuelong-2. Check out the life on board China's first domestically built icebreaker featuring bi-directional icebreaking technology. Also in this newsletter, learn about the earthquake early warning system that can help you escape a calamity and find out how railway workers keep tracks safe amid heat waves.
08:42, 09-Aug-2023
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China announces export controls on unmanned aerial vehicles
China announced export controls on certain unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and related items on July 31. Here are some takeaways to show you what it is all about. The country is also testing advanced hydrogen-oxygen rocket engines for deep space exploration. What's more, Chinese chipmaker Loongson Technology just unveiled its next-generation desktop CPU, whose performance is expected to be comparable to Intel's quad-core Comet Lake processors.
14:43, 02-Aug-2023
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China makes major breakthrough in marine seismic exploration equipment
China's self-developed undersea seismic exploration sensor Haimai, or "Sea Pulse," began operation in the Bohai Sea on Thursday, marking a major breakthrough in the country's technological development of high-end offshore oil and natural gas exploration. Also in this newsletter, enjoy the stunt performance of four J-20 fighter jets at China's Changchun Airshow and learn about power shortages caused by heat waves in Southeast Asia.
10:53, 29-Jul-2023
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Wuhan Earthquake Monitoring Center hit by overseas cyberattack
An earthquake monitoring center in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, was hit by an overseas cyberattack, local police said in a statement on Wednesday, adding that preliminary findings show hacking organizations and lawless individuals associated with foreign governments were behind the attack. Local police have launched an investigation into the case. Also in today's newsletter, learn about the global maritime logistics, which is disrupted by escalating extreme weather, and the latest development concerning China's first domestically built large cruise ship.
17:53, 26-Jul-2023
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China's Shenzhou-16 astronauts complete first spacewalk
China's Shenzhou-16 astronauts conducted their first extravehicular activity on Thursday. With the assistance of robotic arms, tasks including bracket installation and the lifting of panorama camera B of the core module and the unlocking and lifting of panorama cameras A and B of the Mengtian lab module were completed during an eight-hour spacewalk. In today's newsletter, you'll also meet an 87-year-old Chinese science vlogger, who aims to make science more popular via social platforms, and learn about the world's largest 16-megawatt offshore wind turbine.
13:33, 22-Jul-2023
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What facilities does China work on for its first moonlanding mission?
China revealed more details about its first ever manned lunar mission coming before 2030 as the country recently released its preliminary plan. To achieve such an endeavor, it needs to make an array of renovations and upgrades to the existing space facility models, from carrier rockets to manned spacecraft, as well as create new ones. In today's newsletter, you will also learn about the emerging cyber security scams that you should take heed of and the proposals for payloads for China's manned lunar mission.
12:38, 19-Jul-2023
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China moves to regulate AIGC services, starting August 15
China on Thursday announced interim measures, starting on August 15, to regulate artificial intelligence-generated content. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's breakthrough in small modular reactor technological innovation, localization of major technical equipment for nuclear power and a methane-propelled rocket.
14:40, 15-Jul-2023
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China unveils preliminary manned lunar mission plan
This newsletter brought you more exciting news about China's space tech advances. The nation unveiled its preliminary manned lunar mission plan, saying the taikonauts will land on the moon before 2030. China's commercial space firms can now bid for spots on a Long March rocket for their commercial satellites to ride along, reducing the cost of satellite applications. In this newsletter, we will also tell you a bit about how technology ensures cyber security at the World University Games, slated to be held from July 28 to August 8.
12:16, 13-Jul-2023
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World Artificial Intelligence Conference: How close are we to cyborgs?
The 2023 World Artificial Intelligence Conference was held in Shanghai from July 6 to 8, focusing on the AI frontier, including large language models, smart chips, robots, brain-inspired intelligence and more. Let's find out the highlights of the conference. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's latest AI products and trends, such as the brain-computer interface and Chinese tech giant Huawei's new AI model.
15:33, 08-Jul-2023
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China manufactures record 20 million NEV units
China achieved a milestone of producing 20 million new energy vehicles, demonstrating the country's overall growth in the industry has entered a new stage of large-scale, global and high-quality development based on industrialization and marketization. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's efforts in peaking its carbon dioxide emissions by 2023 by establishing green and low-carbon data centers with higher computing efficiency and construction of super-sized LNG storage tanks.
14:27, 05-Jul-2023
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China installs world's largest wind turbine
China installed the world's first 16-megawatt offshore wind turbine in Fujian Province. With a rotor swept area spanning an impressive seven soccer fields. China also successfully launched its first intelligent research ship from Shandong Province. Equipped with cutting-edge digital twin technology, this vessel is poised to revolutionize scientific exploration and maritime research. Moreover, Chinese scientists made significant strides in astrophysics using the FAST telescope. Their groundbreaking findings provide crucial evidence supporting the existence of nanohertz gravitational waves.
15:00, 01-Jul-2023
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WEF unveils top 10 emerging tech of 2023
The World Economic Forum (WEF) on Monday unveiled its report on the top 10 emerging technologies of 2023, showcasing 10 groundbreaking technologies poised to deliver significant social and economic advantages. Let's find out what they are. Also in today's newsletter, check out AI-related topics discussed at the World Internet Conference Nishan Dialogue on Digital Civilization and the world's largest hydro-solar power station that just entered full operation in China.
15:45, 28-Jun-2023
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AP: Video of water in a glass on China's space station not proof of 'deception'
A compilation of footage filmed on China's space station, which shows a stagnant glass of water at a space lecture, has raised suspicion online about its actual shooting location. "Experts say the footage is consistent with how water behaves in zero gravity," according to the assessment by AP on Saturday. Also in today's newsletter, we will see the new episode of Tech Please mocking Japan's failed attempt to 'chip' China, and China’s first indigenous visual system for flight simulators, as well as how China-built a hydropower project ensuring Pakistan's energy security and green development.
14:54, 21-Jun-2023
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China's latest sci-tech achievements from space to genome
Today's newsletter will focus on China's new achievements. On Thursday, a Long March-2D carrier rocket blasted off, sending record-breaking 41 satellites into orbit, which will be used for commercial remote sensing data services for multiple sectors. The country has also delivered its first "floating oil factory" with a land-sea integrated operation system, marking a new breakthrough in the application of the digital twin technology. Scientists have taken a significant step toward enriching the study of human genomics by drawing the first human pangenome of 36 Chinese populations.
13:41, 17-Jun-2023
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China links up final tube in Greater Bay Area's mega cross-sea tunnel
The final piece of the Greater Bay Area's 6,845-meter-long subsea tunnel was attached on Sunday in south China's Guangdong Province, completing the tunnel from end to end. It is the world's longest and widest undersea steel shell concrete tube tunnel. The link is deemed one of the world's most difficult cross-sea cluster projects. Also in today's newsletter, learn about the Ningxia-Hunan UHV power transmission project, which will send power from northwest China to the central province of Hunan, and the country's Chang'e-6 mission, which will carry payloads from global space institutes.
14:54, 14-Jun-2023
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What to know about Canadian wildfires making New York world's most polluted city
Massive fires are burning up stretches of Canadian forests and sending plumes of smoke into the U.S. On Wednesday afternoon, New York City had the world's highest air quality index at 342. Learn from studies and experts about what wildfire smoke contains, what the known health effects are and how we can mitigate the risks. Also in today's newsletter, find out about the "brightest-of-all-time" gamma-ray burst detected by China's high-altitude observatory and the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link subsea tunnel, which is expected to be completed in the coming days.
11:19, 10-Jun-2023
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China's first home-grown large cruise ship undocks in Shanghai
China's first domestically built large cruise ship, Adora Magic City, undocked in Shanghai on Tuesday, and it is expected to be delivered by the end of 2023. Also, find out in today's newsletter about science experiment samples retrieved from the China Space Station, details about life in orbit like the space kitchen, waste sorting, and progress made on the main rocket engine for the country's future crewed lunar missions.
12:05, 07-Jun-2023
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How significant is Shenzhou-16 mission in China's space endeavors?
The Shenzhou-16 mission marks a significant milestone for the China Space Station (CSS) as it enters the application and development stage. What are international space experts thinking about the changes, and what are their expectations from CSS? Learn from CGTN's talk with Yang Yuguang from the International Astronautical Federation and Giuseppe Reibaldi from the Lunar Village Association. Also find out in today's newsletter about China's first headquarters cluster for international sci-tech organizations and the biological clock being identified as a tangible internal clock in the brain.
14:21, 03-Jun-2023
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China's Shenzhou-16 mission, C919 commercial flight, ZGC Forum and Sci-tech Workers' Day
China on Tuesday launched the Shenzhou-16 crewed spaceship, sending three Chinese astronauts to the China Space Station (CSS) for a five-month mission. It is the first manned mission since CSS entered its application and development stage. In this newsletter, we will also see China's homegrown C919 large passenger jet starting commercial operations, cutting-edge unmanned technologies displayed at the Zhongguancun (China's Silicon Valley) forum, and a story of soybean breeders dedicated to the National Science and Technology Workers' Day of China that fell on May 30.
11:43, 31-May-2023
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China's latest sci-tech achievements showcased at Zhongguancun Forum
China's latest scientific and technological advancements and innovative products are currently being showcased at the Zhongguancun Forum, held in Beijing's Zhongguancun – often known as "China's Silicon Vally." Join CGTN's reporter as we explore the exhibition area and delve into these remarkable achievements. In addition to that, today's newsletter also highlights groundbreaking solar cells by Chinese researchers, a national center receiving a public health award from the World Health Organization, and the latest updates on China's homemade passenger aircraft, the C919.
14:57, 27-May-2023
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China's Peak Mission expedition reaches Mt. Qomolangma summit
China's Peak Mission expedition reached the summit of Mount Qomolangma, the world's highest peak, on Tuesday. On May 29, 1953, New Zealander Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay from Nepal summited man's first successful expedition to the top of the world. It will be 70 years this year. In this newsletter, we'll also see how scientists called for cooperation in Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), and across the globe to address challenges from climate change to aging population, and how well is China prepared to launch Shenzhou-16 manned mission in the coming days.
15:05, 24-May-2023
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China's BeiDou has an extensive application scale
China has successfully launched a new satellite for its BeiDou Navigation Satellite System. The chief architect said the system's application scale is only "restrained by imagination." In this newsletter, we will also find out more about scientists' new discoveries based on data collected by China's Mars rover Zhurong, peruse the cutting-edge AI technologies being showcased at the seventh World Intelligence Congress in north China's Tianjin, and learn about the most popular museums in the world and in China.
16:45, 20-May-2023
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How Hualong One nuclear power reactors are being built faster, better in China's Zhangzhou
Hualong One, China's homegrown nuclear power reactor design, is recognized as one of the world's most advanced third-generation nuclear power units. The country's engineers are now working to build Hualong One reactors faster and in a better way in Zhangzhou, southeast China's Fujian Province, so as to further improve its cost efficiency, quality and overall competitiveness. Also in today's newsletter, learn about the world's largest offshore liquefied natural gas terminal that has entered operational trials, and the pharma partnership between China and Central Asian countries.
14:54, 17-May-2023
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China launches next-generation Tianzhou-6 cargo spacecraft
China has successfully launched its next-generation Tianzhou-6 cargo spacecraft with an increased payload capacity of 7.4 tonnes. In this newsletter, we'll explore the significance of the increased payload, detail the items that Tianzhou-6 is delivering to China's space station, learn about the latest progress that China has made in the field of optical fiber transmission, discuss its under-construction state-of-the-art observatory on the "roof of the world," and peruse the cutting-edge products being showcased at the China Brand Day exhibition.
12:01, 13-May-2023
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China makes first arrest of man using ChatGPT to fabricate, spread fake news
Police in northwest China's Gansu Province took criminal compulsory measures on a man who allegedly generated fake news using ChatGPT and disseminated it on Chinese social media platforms. This is the first case of its kind since the country's first ever regulations on deepfake technology applications took effect on January 10. Also in this newsletter, discover China's new breakthrough in conductive ring observation for spacecraft, and follow CGTN's reporter to check out the latest trends in smart elderly care services.
10:18, 10-May-2023
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Top Chinese epidemiologist: Progress made, changes expected after COVID downgrade
The World Health Organization's downgrade of COVID-19 doesn't mean that the outbreak is over or that the virus is now harmless, but rather that we can effectively control the harm it causes, said China's top epidemiologist Liang Wannian, who also expects worldwide reforms that will boost global recovery. Also in today's newsletter, learn about a new report on the American CIA's cyberattacks on foreign countries, and how galaxies exchange matter within large-scale environments to drive the formation of massive galaxies.
14:22, 06-May-2023
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UN forum calls for data governance for sustainable development
"Data – when used responsibly – is the bedrock of a sustainable future," said UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at the fourth UN World Data Forum, which called for better data governance and more cooperation between governments to help create a sustainable future. China shared its experience at the forum and promised to contribute more to global data governance. Find out more in today's newsletter about China's 2022 digital economy of $7.25 trillion, ranked second globally, the story of the world's first image of a black hole disk and jet, and the development of nuclear power in China.
13:30, 29-Apr-2023
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China releases its first color-coded global map of Mars
China released its first color-coded global map of Mars on April 24, the Space Day of China 2023. Its 76-meter spatial resolution provides better quality for conducting future Martian exploration projects and scientific research. Also in today's newsletter, find out more space exploration endeavors from different countries, including China's detailed plan for its deep space exploration, a close-up photo of Mars' little moon known as Deimos captured by a United Arab Emirates' spacecraft, and the first private lunar landing attempt by Japanese startup, ispace.
14:13, 26-Apr-2023
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Chinese astronauts talk to youths from 10 countries
The Shenzhou-15 crew stationed on the China Space Station took part in video calls with youths from 10 countries at an event on Thursday to encourage more young people to get involved with science. Also in this newsletter, find out what progress China's manned space program has made, and learn about the world's first mid-infrared solar observation telescope.
14:32, 22-Apr-2023
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Tech Talk: Arjin Mountains in Xinjiang, NW China getting warmer and wetter
The Arjin Mountains, with an area of 45,000 square kilometers and an average altitude of 4,580 meters, is one of China's four largest depopulated zones. Due to its harsh natural conditions, it is the most challenging area to access among China's four uninhabited zones. Learn more from Chen Xi, head of the Xinjiang Branch of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, who just finished a scientific expedition to the area. Also in this newsletter, check out new details on China's "one shot kill" missile interception test, and China's first satellite that offers high-precision rainfall monitoring.
13:21, 19-Apr-2023
CGTN Sci-Tech
International Day of Human Space Flight: Human passion for space flights soars again
As the world commemorates the 62nd anniversary of Yuri Gagarin's first space flight on April 12, 1961, interest in deep space is growing rapidly. Yang Yuguang, vice chair of IAF Space Transportation Committee told CGTN that the increasingly practical technologies and a plethora of players in the field are the reasons that’s ignited the recent worldwide space exploration boom. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's newly-unveiled draft regulations on ChatGPT-like AI products, the anticipated cross-border passenger service on the China-Laos Railway and AI products at the Hainan Expo.
13:49, 12-Apr-2023
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China opens advanced nuclear research reactor to global scientists
Today we brought you a slew of China's latest technology updates. The China Advanced Research Reactor (CARR) is welcoming global scientists and cooperation as it received over 40 applications worldwide. Meanwhile, China's first deep-sea floating wind power platform has been transported to its operation sea area in Wenchang, Hainan. Also, China launched first commercial liquid-fueled carrier rocket Tianlong-2, a milestone of the country's commercial rocket advance. In addition, a scientific expedition is ongoing at one of the world's highest deserts for research on climate change impact.
14:56, 05-Apr-2023
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Should further AI development be halted?
Since its release last year, ChatGPT has set off a tech craze, prompting rivals to launch similar products. However, experts have now warned that the technology is evolving too fast and without the necessary safeguards in place. OpenAI has taken ChatGPT offline in Italy, where it has temporarily been banned. Earlier this week, experts and key players called for an immediate minimum six-month halt to training AI systems more powerful than the current GPT-4 model. Also in today's newsletter, learn about the UN's call to implement its recommendations on AI ethics.
14:55, 01-Apr-2023
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Chang'e-5 lunar samples suggest water on moon kept in glass beads
A study led by the Chinese Academy of Sciences suggests that impact glass beads in lunar soils are a prime water reservoir candidate able to drive the lunar surface water cycle. Though the compound is of hydrogen only, researchers say it can be fully converted into water. Also, we learn about the first batch of images taken by China's hyperspectral comprehensive observation satellite released by the country's space authority and a breakthrough by Chinese tech giant Huawei in electronic design automation tools for chips produced at and above the 14-nanometer level.
12:51, 29-Mar-2023
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Potential ban: What happened to TikTok?
With 150 million monthly active users in the U.S., TikTok has become a powerful trendsetter and a platform for people to share their lives and culture. Recently, the U.S. has again cited national security concerns to demand that its Chinese parent company sell its stake in the social media company or potentially face a ban. TikTok's CEO Shou Zi Chew was grilled by U.S. lawmakers during a nearly six-hour hearing on Thursday. Also learn about China's stand on the U.S.'s unreasonable suppression of foreign enterprises and forced sale of TikTok, as well as TikTok influencers' reactions.
13:17, 25-Mar-2023
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SVB fallout could hit Southeast Asia harder: TechNode founder
The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank could more severely impact startups in Southeast Asia that heavily rely on U.S. investment, while the impact on startups in China "might be limited" because the rise of RMB-denominated capital funds and the booming domestic market have drawn them back to China in recent years, the founder of China-based startup TechNode told CGTN. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's homegrown "quantum chip refrigerator" and the newly-unveiled goals for a future lunar research station.
12:59, 18-Mar-2023
CGTN Sci-Tech
How Silicon Valley Bank's collapse ripped through global tech
The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) in the U.S. has shown that tech startups, no matter how far apart globally, are intertwined. Garry Tan, president of the startup accelerator Y Combinator, said the collapse has impacted over 1,000 startups in his portfolio. A payroll-related furlough will impact over 10,000 small businesses and startups that use SVB as their sole bank account. Also in today's newsletter, learn about China's first light source facility, a major science infrastructure project, and the heating up of competition in AI between Google and Microsoft.
14:10, 15-Mar-2023
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China prioritizes scientific breakthroughs in ministerial reforms
China's national legislature approved a reform plan on Friday for the institutions of the State Council, including the Ministry of Science and Technology. The restructured ministry will play a bigger role in mobilizing the nation to make breakthroughs, optimizing sci-tech innovation, facilitating the application of sci-tech advances, and coordinating science and technology with socioeconomic development. Also in today's newsletter, learn about intellectual property reforms and the newly-created national data bureau.
11:56, 11-Mar-2023
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China's Shenzhou-15 crew completes 2nd spacewalk
China's orbiting Shenzhou-15 crew members conducted their second spacewalk on Thursday, as Fei Junlong and Zhang Lu successfully completed all tasks before returning to the space station. Also in this newsletter, get a sneak peek at the initial results of scientific experiments conducted aboard the China Space Station. The first in-orbit ignition experiment was performed in the Mengtian space lab module's combustion cabinet, and 3D structural images of the crew's skin cells were obtained using China's homegrown two-photon microscope.
11:33, 04-Mar-2023
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Shenzhou-14 astronauts share thrilling experience of spacewalks
The astronauts of China's Shenzhou-14 manned space mission completed their first extravehicular activities in September 2022. Only 17 days after the first spacewalk, the crew conducted their second EVAs. Let's hear about their thrilling stories in space. Also in this newsletter, find out about China's new plan to push forward the country's digital development and experts' opinion on whether the chemicals in the damaged railcars of the Ohio train derailment could cause damage to residents' health and the environment.
11:02, 01-Mar-2023
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China's health insurance reform: What's changing?
As health insurance reform is rolled out around China, some residents have noted that the monthly deposit to their personal health insurance account has been reduced. This adjustment is actually intended to ultimately raise reimbursements for outpatient visits to no less than 50 percent. The "lost money" will be used to fund greater benefits. Also in today's newsletter, learn about the perils of the U.S. freight rail system behind the toxic derailment in Ohio, and about how China is calling for global governance of AI's potential military applications.
12:51, 18-Feb-2023
CGTN Sci-Tech
Is ChatGPT a bona fide AI tipping point or just more hype?
ChatGPT, the new AI chatbot developed by Microsoft-backed OpenAI, is generating worldwide hype with its high degree of "intelligence," but at the same time, its exploding popularity has drawn scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers and Google experts have cautioned against chatbot "hallucinations" – convincing but completely made-up answers – which they highlight as a "pitfall" of AI. Also in today's newsletter, learn about how growth in China's sci-fi industry helps drive real technological and scientific progress, and about the massive and unprecedented "polar vortex" spotted on the sun.
14:35, 15-Feb-2023
CGTN Sci-Tech
China's Shenzhou-15 crew completes first spacewalk
China's Shenzhou-15 taikonauts completed all scheduled tasks on Friday during their first extravehicular activities since the space station's full completion. The crew made extensive use of the robotic arms during their seven-hour spacewalk, such as for installing expansion pumps outside the Mengtian lab module. Also in today's newsletter, learn about the competition between Alibaba, Google and Microsoft in the field of generative AI technologies, and about a sea cucumber-inspired shape-shifting robot developed by a team of Chinese and foreign scientists.
14:28, 11-Feb-2023
CGTN Sci-Tech
Will China's Yutu-2 lunar rover have company next Lantern Festival?
China's Yutu-2 is now the sole lunar rover still in service on the moon, silently demystifying the secrets of its far side among the bare rocks and craters. However, it may feel less lonely later this year, first with the scheduled arrival in April of a Japanese "White Rabbit", then with missions from various other countries. In today's newsletter, you'll also learn about the ambitions of tech giants such as Google and Baidu in generative AI, the achievements of the "China Sky Eye", and China's newest pilot program to promote green public transportation.
14:13, 14-Feb-2023
CGTN Sci-Tech
China's newest quantum computer chip production line at full capacity
China's first production line generating chips for the next-generation Wukong quantum computer made its public debut via China Media Group livestream on Tuesday. Find out all the details. Also in this newsletter, learn how the Beijing Aerospace Control Center's software team supports China's space missions, and get all the details on Shanghai's recently-enacted legislation governing self-driving vehicles.
17:45, 07-Feb-2023
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Exclusive: 88.1% in global poll applaud China’s COVID-19 optimization
A global poll conducted by CGTN Think Tank and the Chinese Institute of Public Opinion of Renmin University has revealed that 88.1% of respondents recognize China’s achievements in epidemic prevention over the past three years. What do they appreciate most about China’s COVID-19 strategy? Next up, read about the great strides Chinese scientists have made in mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccine storage at room temperature. And be sure to check out the photos of China Space Station captured by Earth-based space enthusiasts from across China and around the world.
22:33, 28-Jan-2023
CGTN Sci-Tech
How China adjusted COVID-19 policies in three years to protect people
China embraced its first Chinese New Year with downgraded COVID-19 response measures, and the nation has already seen a positive impact in helping people resume their normal lives. How the nation scientifically adjusted its measures at different stages and advanced its medical resource preparation could be a valuable lesson for the future. In addition, check out China's plan to use the Compound Eye facility in Chongqing to observe asteroids and planets as part of its planetary defense work.
22:33, 28-Jan-2023
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CMG Spring Festival Gala dazzles viewers with high tech
The Spring Festival Gala, also known as "Chunwan," has been a must-watch show for Chinese people to ring in the Chinese New Year since its premier in 1983. This year's show, aired on the night of January 21, featured various high-tech twists that wowed viewers at home and abroad. Find out what they are. Also in this newsletter, find out what messages the Shenzhou-15 taikonauts sent from China's space station, and the latest dive of China's Fendouzhe (Striver) deep-sea manned submersible to the deepest point of the Diamantina Trench in southeastern Indian Ocean.
22:33, 28-Jan-2023
CGTN Sci-Tech
Two more domestic COVID-19 drugs added to China's insurance drug list
Domestic COVID-19 drug Azvudine and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) product Qingfei Paidu Decoction (Lung Cleansing and Detoxifying Decoction) were added to China's health insurance drug list on Wednesday.
22:33, 28-Jan-2023
CGTN Sci-Tech
China shifts its COVID-19 management. How is the country doing?
China started managing COVID-19 with measures designed for combating Class B infectious diseases on January 8, shifting the focus of its COVID-19 response from infection control to the prevention and treatment of severe cases.
22:32, 28-Jan-2023
CGTN Sci-Tech
China's DeepSeek drops upgraded V3.1 model optimized for Chinese-made chips
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has created a buzz among AI enthusiasts with the release of an upgrade to its flagship model, DeepSeek-V3.1, on Thursday. The new model boasts enhanced speed over its predecessor and is optimized for Chinese-made chips. It offers both reasoning and non-reasoning modes. We also bring you news about the Chinese spacesuit that has enabled 20 successful extravehicular activities, and check out Game Science's latest release, "Black Myth: Zhong Kui," following the massive success of its predecessor "Black Myth: Wukong." Lastly, Google has unveiled its new Pixel 10 smartphone with cutting-edge AI features.
13:51, 23-Aug-2025
CGTN Sci-Tech
China advances in space, green economy and quantum drug discovery
China's Shenzhou-20 astronauts wrapped up their third spacewalk, upgrading solar arrays and maintaining systems aboard the Tiangong space station. At home, the national carbon trading market has grown into the world's largest, channeling billions into green industries while aligning economic and environmental gains. Meanwhile, Chinese researchers achieved a quantum computing breakthrough that accelerates drug discovery, opening new possibilities for medicine and biotech.
20:08, 16-Aug-2025
CGTN Sci-Tech
Moonshots, machines & green tech: China's leap into the future
This week, the world watched as China advanced its ambitions to land humans on the Moon, robotic innovation took center stage at Beijing’s World Robot Conference, and a bold new bio-recyclable material emerged to tackle the global e-waste crisis. These stories highlight how technology, sustainability and exploration are converging to shape our shared future.
17:14, 09-Aug-2025
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