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Zhong Tianshi und Bao Shanju bei Olympia mit Mao-Brosche

Olympia: Mao on the podium

China condemns the politicization of the Olympic Games. But at the same time, state media rail against the Americans or praise their athletes when they pay homage to Mao Zedong at the medal ceremony. Athletes from Hong Kong and Taiwan are insulted by nationalists. But anger also mounts against unsuccessful Chinese athletes.

By Marcel Grzanna

Artificial Intelligence in China: Shenzhen Releases First Local Regulations

As a frontier city in the technology industry, Shenzhen’s regulations may be influential in setting the national standards for artificial intelligence in China. Local regulations on AI include the approval of products and services, education and research, procurement and functional benefits, and the ethics of their use.

By Redaktion Table

An end to the "996" work culture?

Working from nine in the morning to nine at night, six days a week: this is the work culture of big tech companies, known in China as "996". But 996 has come under criticism. As pressure from both the public and regulators increases, changes are now on the horizon.

By Redaktion Table

A race with hypersonic speed

China is working on aircraft reaching speeds of more than 7,000 km/h. As early as 2030, the state wants to operate an entire fleet of such hypersonic aircraft, capable of transporting ten passengers to any place on earth in less than two hours. The technology is also gaining military significance since hypersonic weapons are not detectable by existing defense systems.

By Frank Sieren