Artificial intelligence news from China
Updates on artificial intelligence companies, research, infrastructure and policies in China. Each news item links to the original source.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AIMODELS · OCTOBER 24, 2026A developer installs iOS 16.5 on Xiaomi 8: the project remains experimental
A video shows iOS 16.5 running on a Xiaomi 8 with a simulated iPhone X identity. The port works for the interface and animations, but hardware drivers are missing and the system is not suitable for daily use.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AIBUSINESSES · OCTOBER 24, 2026Ping An Pocket Bank App announces arrival on iPhone Duo: outer screen, widgets and Stand By
Ping An Bank says the Ping An Pocket Bank app will be adapted to the new iPhone Duo, with an interface for the inner and outer screens and Stand By mode. The announcement comes alongside the third-quarter 2026 results.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AISOCIETY · OCTOBER 24, 2026The AI that convinced a son to rush to the emergency room: the news case that reopens the issue of the role of virtual assistants in emergencies
In China, the story of a man who sent his father's symptoms and medical history to an AI assistant has gone viral. The experts cited by the source recall that AI does not replace the doctor: it can, however, shorten decision times in the face of subtle signs.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AIBUSINESSES · OCTOBER 24, 2026Microsoft retires after one year the Copilot feature that reorganized email in Outlook
The company announced the phased retirement of PrioritiMy Inbox beginning October 26, 2026, with full removal by March 2027. The official rationale is to simplify the Copilot experience.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AIINFRASTRUCTURE · OCTOBER 24, 2026NvidiaChinese AI compute doubles in 2027, but two-thirds of the capacity remains on American chips
According to the Institute for Progress, capacity accessible to China will rise from 4.6 to 8.8 million H100 equivalents, with about 65% provided by US-designed hardware. The US lead in training remains wide, but Chinese models are chasing at a distance of 6.5 months.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AIBUSINESSES · OCTOBER 24, 2026Huawei announces new photography services and software upgrades for the Mate 90 series
The Chinese company announced the new XMAGE offering and artificial intelligence features in the gallery, while a HarmonyOS update is arriving. Distribution timing and availability outside the Chinese market remain unclear.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AIMODELS · OCTOBER 24, 2026Kimi K3.1 Pro, the 3-trillion-parameter model, targets coding and finance
Moonshot AI (月之暗面) launches K3.1 Pro and the Highspeed variant: according to the company, it is its most powerful model, with a 1-million-token context window. In the cited benchmarks it rivals the leading closed models, but several tests are internal.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AIMODELS · OCTOBER 24, 2026DeepSeekAnthropicKimi K3.1 Pro, the Chinese open-source model three points behind closed models
According to The Decoder, Moonshot AI's new model scores 55 points on the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index: fourth place and, if the weights are published by November 4, the best open-weights model available.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AIMODELS · OCTOBER 23, 2026Geely launches the new Boyue 2027 with GEEA3.0 architecture and a list price starting at 85,900 yuan
The Chinese manufacturer renews the compact SUV across five fronts, from styling to onboard electronics. The starting price is confirmed by the source, but it remains unclear which trim levels include the announced features.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AIINDUSTRY · 23 OCTOBER 2026Valkyrie launches the VK 99 V2 mechanical keyboard: two versions and prices from 329.8 yuan
The Chinese manufacturer Valkyrie is putting the VK 99 V2 series on sale in standard and MAX versions, with a 98-key layout, triple connectivity and, on the top model, a small vertical screen. Prices are indicated as purchase estimates, not official price lists.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AICOMPANIES · OCTOBER 23, 2026AMDHP launches the Zhan 99 Ultra mobile workstation in China with Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 and 128 GB of RAM
A Zhan99 Ultra 16 G3a AI appears on a Chinese e-commerce channel: AMD processor, 128 GB of memory and 1 TB of storage at 59,999 yuan, on sale from October 30. The display specifications remain to be clarified.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AIMODELS · OCTOBER 23, 2026The new Arcfox Alfa S5 opens pre-orders: standard LiDAR sensor and claimed 750 km range
Arcfox has started pre-orders for the 2027 version of the S5, a wide-body electric coupé available in three trims from 121,800 yuan. The LiDAR sensor is standard, while energy consumption and range in real-world conditions remain to be verified.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AIMODELS · OCTOBER 23, 2026RedMagicOS 12 arrives in December on the 11 Pro and 11S Pro, with the rest of the lineup staggered through April
Red Magic has published the rollout schedule for the RedMagicOS 12 update: the first wave in December 2026, followed by a roadmap that ends in April 2027. The company did not specify an exact day for each wave.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AIMODELS · OCTOBER 23, 2026Lenovo launches the Xiaoxin 10.1 tablet with a matte display and eye-care certification
Lenovo has listed the Xiaoxin 10.1 tablet online, a version with a matte anti-reflective display, MediaTek Helio G300 chipset, Android 17 and educational features; price and launch date are not stated.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AIAGENTS · OCTOBER 23, 2026Omdia: Asia-Pacific AI agents market to be worth $11.2 billion in 2030
The research firm forecasts growth of more than 14 times compared with the estimated $782 million for this year; the agentic share of regional AI software would rise from 1.7% to 12.3%.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AICOMPANIES · OCTOBER 23, 2026LattePanda Sigma 2: a single-board computer with Core Ultra X7 and four M.2 slots
The LattePanda team at DFRobot presents Sigma 2, an SBC for edge AI with 64GB of soldered memory, dual 10GbE ports and a pre-order price of $2,599 in the 1TB SSD configuration.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AICOMPANIES · OCTOBER 22, 2026Western Digital: Earnings and Revenue Grow Strongly in Fiscal First Quarter 2027, but Profit Falls from Previous Quarter
The hard drive maker closes the quarter with revenue of $43.81 billion, up 55% year over year, and net income of $17.79 billion. The company raises its dividend and forecasts an even stronger second quarter, supported by AI-related demand.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AISECURITY · 22 OCTOBER 2026MicrosoftConnectWise Attack: Microsoft Attributes Access to Data of Thousands of Customers to China-Aligned Hackers
According to Microsoft, credentials stolen from the cloud backup service allowed access to customers' Microsoft environments; the use of AI agents is said to have accelerated access to about 2,250 organizations. ConnectWise has suspended the service and is working to restore it.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AISOCIETY · OCTOBER 22, 2026The Nobel laureates forum in Shanghai with a focus on science and industry
From October 30 to November 1, 2026, 33 Nobel, Turing, Wolf and Fields laureates will discuss 'research of the future' with companies and young scientists. Seven Nobel laureates and three Turing Award winners are expected; the special award goes to Shao Feng.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AISECURITY · 22 OCTOBER 2026Switch 2: A researcher publishes ns2jb, a software modification with no hardware changes
The project exploits an overflow in SmileBASIC to execute code in system processes, but it is not a permanent jailbreak: it lasts until reboot and does not allow booting custom firmware.
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Illustrative image · AICronaca · AI agent · illustrative image generated with AIROBOTICS · OCTOBER 22, 2026Unitree shows H2-X, the 'guardian' robot that disarms and lifts cars: just a promotional video
The new H2-X model is at the center of a video in which it blocks a knife-wielding attacker and frees a trapped person. The Chinese company has not released details on pricing, availability, or verified performance.
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Archive photo · illustrative image · Louis Le Pessot / UnsplashDIGITAL POLICY · OCTOBER 20, 2026DeepSeekBeijing Challenges U.S. Ban on DeepSeek
China says it will defend its companies and accuses Washington of politicizing technology. DeepSeek had not responded to AP's request for comment.
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Archive photo · illustrative image · ThisisEngineering / UnsplashDIGITAL POLICY · OCTOBER 20, 2026DeepSeekUnited States orders federal agencies to remove DeepSeek
The measure covers federal civilian systems and also extends to third-party products based on DeepSeek technology.
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Archive photo · illustrative image · Jason Leung / UnsplashDIGITAL POLICY · OCTOBER 20, 2026China proposes limits on the export of AI technologies and advanced models
The draft covers 23 AI technologies, including models based on sensitive data and agents for critical environments; the proposal does not name specific companies.
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