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Shanghai’s CIIF Showcases Latest in Robotics and Green Innovation

After a two-year hiatus, the China International Industry Fair hosted 2,800 exhibitors from more than 30 countries this year, highlighting new materials, smart logistic systems, and 5G technologies.

Sixth Tone

China’s Web Literature Popularity Continues to Grow Overseas

Industry representatives are starting to compare Chinese online literature with Hollywood films and K-dramas in terms of global reach.

Ding Rui

China Can Use Big Data to Tackle Climate Health Impacts: Report 

From infectious diseases to mental health issues, China faces a litany of public health challenges as a result of climate change. Part of the solution may be highly specific health interventions using big data to identify vulnerable groups, a new report from the World Economic Forum suggests.

Zhu Junxi

Huge Demand for Esports Tickets at Hangzhou Asian Games

A lottery system was used to allocate tickets for esports, which is making its debut as a medaled event at the Asian Games in Hangzhou.

Ye Zhanhang

Jiang Zuer

Moutai’s Liquor-Filled Chocolates Spark Buying Frenzy in China

With prices surging on second-hand trading platforms, the company has said it is boosting production and advised consumers to only buy chocolates from official stores.

The Creative Ways China’s Homes Are Being Sold 

With China looking to kickstart its real estate industry once again, here are some of the creative ways that properties are being sold across the country.

Authorities Target Loan Agencies Over AI-Driven Phone Harassment

An investigation by state broadcaster CCTV revealed that agencies use AI systems to mimic reputable loan platforms to engage clients. Shanghai authorities are now prioritizing action against such fraudulent operations.

He Qitong

Clinical Nutrition Heats Up in China’s Pet Health Industry

With an increasing number of elderly pet cats and dogs in China, veterinary experts are calling for better treatment of pets based on science about nutrition.

Fan Yiying

AI Content Rising, China’s Bilibili Rolls Out New Labeling System

Bilibili’s new system also includes tags for dangerous behavior, excessive consumption, and potential discomfort, but prioritizes AI-generated content when multiple labels are applicable.

In China, Pet Psychics and Their True Believers 

From making requests for their owner’s funeral attire to sharing their plans in the afterlife, pet psychics in China are making pets’ voices heard — and making big bucks while doing it.