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An electromagnetic environment effect task force has been established to resolve electromagnetic compatibility challenges for the C909 aircraft. Led by Yan Linfang, the group is conducting research involving domestic experts and international suppliers.

Tao Xiaoyan, president of the Video Industry Chamber of China Small and Medium Enterprises, stated that AI-assisted design is driving industrial advantages.

China Construction Bank has been fined over 43.5 million yuan for failing to fulfill customer identity verification obligations. A State Administration for Market Regulation inspection of 60 batches of steam eye mask products found 34 batches failed to meet temperature standards. The failure rate was 56.7%. Over 30% of products reached peak temperatures between 50 and 60 degrees Celsius and exceeded safe heating durations. These defects increase risks of both low-temperature and high-temperature burns. New industry standards effective in 2025 mandate a maximum temperature of 46 degrees Celsius. The product design features rapid heating from a low point to a peak, but does not maintain a constant temperature. Experts warn that steam eye masks can cause low-temperature burns due to rapid temperature fluctuations.

Ten Chinese government departments, including the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, released a joint document regarding artificial intelligence technology ethics.

A company representative stated that they have never stopped investing in China and intend to continue doing so. The firm aims to capitalize on China's high-quality development and high-level opening to the world. The representative cited strong demand and robust infrastructure in China as primary reasons for maintaining manufacturing facilities in the country. This investment is described as having meaning for global economic development. The firm said that its decision to build factories in China is driven by strong local demand and powerful infrastructure. They stated that investment in the country has never been interrupted. Australian Foreign Minister Wong has departed Japan and is traveling to China. The Office for Foreign Investment Security Review has issued a decision to prohibit the foreign acquisition of the Mannus project.

The Russian men's national handball team will participate in an international friendly tournament in China this May. The announcement was made regarding the team's upcoming international schedule.

The National Library of China and the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences have completed the digital preservation and transcription of several ancient medical text collections, including the Yangsheng and Wenbing volumes. The collection uses digital methods to present pulse-taking methods and medicinal formulas from over 2,000 years ago. The release aims to showcase the history of traditional Chinese medicine. The source noted that the latest compiled catalog of traditional Chinese medical classics contains 8,650 types. This national cultural initiative includes volumes such as the Yangsheng and Wenbing scrolls. A total of 194 ancient Chinese medical texts have been prepared for comprehensive public publication and distribution. The project aims to modernize the presentation of traditional medical wisdom through digital and physical formats.

The YDHBNS-01 vascular system has been approved for use and tested in cerebral angiography at Peking Union Medical College Hospital in China. The system is designed for patients exposed to toxic substances or those requiring smart medical robotics.

China is developing an exascale supercomputer utilizing 47,000 domestic processors to achieve 2 Exaflops of performance. The Lingshen supercomputer is expected to use Huawei Kunpeng servers and avoid foreign-made components. The system utilizes Huawei Kunpeng servers and operates without the use of GPUs or foreign-made components.

The 2025 version of the 'Guidelines for the Construction of the Standard System for the Technology Service Industry' has been released.