Get ready for a big event! China's parliament is set to meet from November 4 to 8. This isn't just any meeting—investors are eagerly waiting for news about the country's fiscal stimulus. Last year, the same meeting saw China's fiscal deficit jump to 3. 8%, so this year's gathering could bring more c
In the final stretch of his term, President Joe Biden has laid out clear rules for using artificial intelligence in national security. He wants to make sure the US keeps up with competitors like China while also avoiding AI's darker sides, like launching nukes or limiting free speech. The new plan,
It's no secret that foreign countries are stirring up trouble online ahead of the US election. Microsoft's Threat Analysis Center (MTAC) is warning that Russia, China, and Iran are all stepping up their online campaigns. Russia is busy bad-mouthing Vice President Kamala Harris with fake videos. Thes
At the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, two powerful leaders, Xi Jinping of China and Vladimir Putin of Russia, came together. They talked about something important: how their countries stick together, even when the world keeps changing. Xi shared that even though things are moving fast, their friends
China has made a bold move, offering the Taliban-led Afghanistan tariff-free access to its industries. This could mean big things for both countries. China wants to tap into Afghanistan's rich mineral resources, like lithium and copper, which could help its economy. Meanwhile, the Taliban, who took
Apple has climbed back to the top of China's smartphone market, thanks to the success of the iPhone 16. The company now holds 15. 6% of the market, just ahead of Huawei, which has 15. 3%. This is a significant turnaround for Apple, which fell to sixth place in the second quarter. Huawei has also ma
Did you know that federal authorities believe Chinese hackers might have gotten access to phones or networks used by big politicians like Donald Trump, Senator JD Vance, and even members of Vice President Kamala Harris's presidential campaign team? It's crazy, right? They think the hackers first inf
In a move that's expected to ruffle feathers in China, the United States has approved a major arms sale to Taiwan. The deal, valued at $2 billion, includes advanced surface-to-air missile systems and cutting-edge radar technology. This is the first time Taiwan will receive such sophisticated defense
Imagine if your best friend started hanging out with a new pal who wasn’t too popular. That’s kind of what’s happening between China and North Korea. This weekend, North Korean soldiers could start fighting in Ukraine alongside Russian troops. This is a big deal because North Korea and Russia are bu
In the third quarter of 2024, China's smartphone market saw a slight bump, with around 69 million phones shipped—a 3. 2% increase from last year. This marks the fourth straight quarter of growth, mostly thanks to local brands. Vivo, for instance, boosted its sales by 21. 5%, staying at the top spot
