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China limits chipmaking materials export to the US following new sanctions.
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China Restricts US Sale of Chipmaking Materials Amid Sanctions

In a response to US sanctions, China has imposed limits on the export of critical chip-making materials to the US, impacting gallium, germanium, and more. The move raises tensions in the ongoing se...

ChinaNintendo Switch eShop closure announcement in China by 2026.

Nintendo Switch eShop to Shut Down in China by 2026

Nintendo has announced the closure of the Switch eShop in China, effective March 31, 2026. After this date, players will not be able to purchase digital games, and all network services will cease o...

ChinaIntel's struggle amidst China's battery dominance in 2024.

The Risk of Relying on Chinese Lithium Batteries: A Wake-up Call for Intel

In 2024, Intel's survival is in question while China's dominance in battery production poses a serious threat to US supply chains. A look back at Andy Grove's 2008 vision for diversification in lit...

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DJI Takes Legal Action Against US DoD Over 'Chinese Military Company' Label

DJI, the leading drone manufacturer, is suing the US Department of Defense to remove its designation as a 'Chinese Military Company', claiming unwarranted stigma and loss of business. Explore the f...

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IBM Closes China R&D Operations Amid Rising Competition

IBM is shutting down its research and development efforts in China, affecting over 1,000 employees. This decision reflects increasing competitive pressures, following similar moves by other U.S. te...

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China's Starlink Rival Launches 18 Satellites

Shanghai Yuanxin Satellite Technology Company successfully launched 18 satellites, aiming for 648 by 2025 and 14,000 by 2030, as reported by the South China Morning Post.