MiniMax M1 model claims Chinese LLM crown from DeepSeek - plus it's true open-source / The Register
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 2:20 pm permalink
A Chinese AI startup has unveiled its open‐source MiniMax M1 model, asserting it can efficiently handle large context windows and rival incumbent U.S. language models. The breakthrough signals a bold counterstrike in the global AI competition and has raised eyebrows over international market dynamics.
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Trump's $499 smartphone will likely be made in China / CNBC
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 7:20 am permalink
The Trump Organization has unveiled a $499 Trump Mobile smartphone, and despite earlier boasts of domestic manufacturing, experts now reveal it will likely be made in China. The announcement has everyone raising an eyebrow at the mix of big promises and unexpected supply chain realities.
Bluesky: @techdirt.com
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Trump Officials Weighed Broader China Tech Restrictions Ahead of Trade Talks / WSJ
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 4:20 am permalink
US officials reportedly considered imposing broader technology controls on China in advance of crucial trade discussions. The deliberations reportedly centered on exporting chip-making equipment and related tech, signaling a proactive yet cautious approach as policymakers navigate the complexities of international trade negotiations.
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Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 11:20 pm permalink
In a notable development, the United States and China have agreed to ease trade tensions, a move that has nudged gold prices higher and drawn varied reactions from market observers. Analysts remain divided—some cheer the prospect of a more stable trading environment, while others question the deal’s long‐term implications.
Bluesky: @mikelking.com
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Futures Rise As Market Awaits Outcome US-China Trade Talks / Zerohedge
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 8:21 am permalink
Equity futures and gold registered modest gains as investors await fresh developments in US–China trade negotiations. Officials’ optimistic statements and ongoing talks have stirred market interest, even as inflation data adds to the cautious atmosphere.
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Huawei Founder Waves Off US Chip Curbs While Trade Talks Proceed - Bloomberg.com / Bloomberg
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 1:20 am permalink
Huawei’s leadership is keeping its cool in the face of US chip curbs. The company’s founder waved off the restrictions during active trade talks while acknowledging that its current chips lag a generation behind US technology, even as engineers scramble for creative workarounds to remain competitive under the new constraints.
permalink / 4 stories from sources in 8 days #semiconductors #china #chips #huawei
Monday, June 9, 2025, 1:22 pm permalink
Chinese authorities have taken decisive action to prevent academic cheating by disabling AI tools during nationwide college examinations. The clampdown is intended to safeguard exam integrity, sparking a debate on the balance between technological innovation and fair testing conditions.
Bluesky: @gizmodo.com
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Gold eases as US-China trade talks lower bullion demand - Reuters / Reuters
Monday, June 9, 2025, 1:20 am permalink
Gold prices have softened as developments in US-China trade talks weigh on investor sentiment, triggering a cautious market response. Both Reuters and Bloomberg reports note that cautious bullion demand and pre-talk jitters have led to a more stable gold market after previous volatility.
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Trump and Xi held phone call on Thursday, Chinese state media reports - Financial Times / Financial Times
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 9:20 am permalink
Multiple reports confirm that President Trump and President Xi Jinping held a high-stakes phone conversation amid escalating trade and technology tensions. The call, which sparked notable market reactions, has set off debates on its potential impact on future U.S.-China relations, leaving pundits both amused and cautious about its implications.
permalink / 3 stories from sources in 13 days #china #politics #trump
China’s rare earth restrictions halt first auto industry production lines / The Verge
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 5:20 am permalink
China’s strategic restrictions on rare earth exports have begun to cripple auto production lines in Western markets, with Suzuki forced to halt Swift production and European industries bracing for supply chain shock. Critics are calling it an economic weapon as global auto manufacturers scramble for alternatives.
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