Stories from China

A new paper analyzes the security and privacy practices of independent Chinese AI agent developers, finding they often overlook risks. The proliferation of AI agents empowers independent developers, but their understanding and practices present challenges.

China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has launched a pilot program addressing the ethical risks of artificial intelligence technology.

JD.com has implemented new regulations capping daily overtime at 12 hours.

The founder's family of Chinese meat producer Shuanghui is accused of extracting approximately 51.7 billion yuan ($8.5 billion) over 10 years through dividends, exceeding company net profits. The family of Shuanghui's founder is accused of extracting $8.5 billion in dividends.

A Smart Dragon 3 rocket with an unknown payload is scheduled for launch on June 10, 2026. The South Korean ADD Solid-Fuel SLV is scheduled for a demo flight launch on June 8. The H3-30 test flight is also a go for launch on the same date.

A job coaching business has been found to be charging clients over ten thousand Yuan. The business operates in Shanghai, and the pricing structure has drawn attention. The business offers comprehensive support, including resume editing and interview preparation. The business operates within the Chinese market. The business allegedly failed to provide promised services. The charges relate to alleged fraudulent practices by the company. This development is related to previous charges against the business.

Ubtech Robotics has received approval for its initial public offering on the Shanghai Stock Exchange. The company is a prominent player in the robotics industry. The Chinese robotics company is set to list on the stock market. This move comes amid increasing competition in the AI and robotics sectors.

BYD announced its May sales figures, with total vehicle sales reaching 383,453 units, a year-on-year increase of approximately 0.26%. The company's cumulative sales for the year stand at 1,405,039 vehicles, a 20.32% decrease compared to the same period last year. BYD exported 160,644 new energy vehicles in May. BYD has announced strong sales growth for May, driven by increased demand for its electric and hybrid vehicles.

Ubtech Robotics' initial public offering has been approved by the Shanghai Stock Exchange's listing review committee. The company's IPO was submitted on March 20th and approved in less than three months.

The county party secretary of Qinyuan, Changzhi City, Shanxi Province, Zhao Yongjin, is under investigation for suspected severe violations of discipline and law.