China Railway Group Limited (CRGL) officially debunks "speed-up" ticket booking software: Not a shortcut, but a pathway to risk
China Railway Group Limited (CRGL) officially debunks "speed-up" ticket booking software: Not a shortcut, but a pathway to riskIn response to numerous passenger complaints regarding 12306 ticket purchasing and the use of "speed-up" ticket booking software, China Railway Group Limited (CRGL) issued a statement on January 22nd via its official WeChat account. The statement clearly indicates that the 12306 platform has never cooperated with any third-party "speed-up" software and details the functionality and potential risks associated with such software...
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WeChat Launches "Gifts" Feature: Streamlining Gift-Giving and Powering Social Commerce Growth
WeChat Launches "Gifts" Feature: Streamlining Gift-Giving and Powering Social Commerce GrowthWeChat recently launched a "Gifts" feature within the individual chat interface. Prominently located in the bottom-right corner of the chat window (next to the "+" button), this feature serves as a "super entrance" to the WeChat chat interface...
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The Trump administration's potential TikTok ban could trigger a global domino effect: Lessons from the Kaspersky case
The Trump administration's potential TikTok ban could trigger a global domino effect: Lessons from the Kaspersky caseA recent BBC report suggests that if the Trump administration continues its push to ban TikTok, its spread to US allies and beyond is merely a matter of time. Analysts draw parallels to previous US actions, citing the expulsion of Chinese and Russian tech companies on national security grounds as a precedent for a globally proliferating TikTok ban...
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Douyin Denies Opening International Registration: Overseas IPs Don't Equate to Overseas Registration; Platform Actively Combats Account Impersonation
Douyin Denies Opening International Registration: Overseas IPs Don't Equate to Overseas Registration; Platform Actively Combats Account ImpersonationRecently, rumors have been swirling about Douyin opening international registration. Some media outlets reported a surge in videos from users with IP addresses showing locations such as the US, UK, Russia, and Thailand, along with the appearance of numerous international country codes on Douyin's mobile phone registration page...
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Arm's Massive Fee Hike and Potential In-House Chip Development: A Precursor to a Seismic Shift in the Chip Industry?
Arm's Massive Fee Hike and Potential In-House Chip Development: A Precursor to a Seismic Shift in the Chip Industry?Arm Holdings (ARM), a leading global supplier of chip technology, is poised for a strategic overhaul that could fundamentally reshape the landscape of the chip industry. According to Reuters, based on internal documents and executive testimony revealed during a lawsuit with Qualcomm last month, Arm plans to increase its chip design licensing fees by as much as 300% and is even considering developing its own chips, directly competing with its largest customers...
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Microsoft Offers Top Salaries to Retain AI Talent: AI Software Engineers Earn Over $400,000 Annually
Microsoft Offers Top Salaries to Retain AI Talent: AI Software Engineers Earn Over $400,000 AnnuallyWhile recently undertaking large-scale layoffs, Microsoft is simultaneously implementing aggressive measures to retain its crucial artificial intelligence (AI) talent. Instead of a uniform reward system, reports suggest Microsoft empowers individual teams to design stock and cash incentive packages tailored to their specific strategic needs and workforce requirements...
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Xiaomi Officially Launches in South Korea: Online Store Opening January 15th, Featuring Xiaomi 14T Series
Xiaomi Officially Launches in South Korea: Online Store Opening January 15th, Featuring Xiaomi 14T SeriesXiaomi Corporation announced on January 6th the establishment of its South Korean subsidiary, Xiaomi Korea, and the official launch of its online store on January 15th, marking the global smartphone giant's official entry into the South Korean market. This launch will be accompanied by a grand product launch event showcasing its latest product lineup, encompassing smartphones, wearables, robotic vacuum cleaners, and portable chargers...
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Haier Achieves 16th Consecutive Year as Global Leader in Large Home Appliance Retail Sales: A Success Story Driven by Globalization, High-End Strategy, and Scenario-Based Solutions
Haier Achieves 16th Consecutive Year as Global Leader in Large Home Appliance Retail Sales: A Success Story Driven by Globalization, High-End Strategy, and Scenario-Based SolutionsIn 2024, data from Euromonitor International, a world-renowned research institution, confirmed Haiers continued reign as the global leader in large home appliance retail sales, marking its 16th consecutive year at the top. This success extends beyond overall sales, with Haier maintaining its number one position globally in refrigerators, washing machines, freezers, and wine cellars...
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Wanxun Technology Secures Nearly RMB 200 Million in Funding to Lead Global Soft Robotics Innovation, Set to Showcase Breakthroughs at CES 2025
Wanxun Technology Secures Nearly RMB 200 Million in Funding to Lead Global Soft Robotics Innovation, Set to Showcase Breakthroughs at CES 2025Wanxun Technology recently announced the completion of nearly RMB 200 million in Series A, A+, and A2 funding rounds, signifying strong market confidence in the future of soft robotics. Cheng Hui, Wanxun Technology's Marketing Director, stated at the company's first Beijing technology open day media event that the company has made significant progress in embodied intelligence applications...
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The Third Meeting of the Third Council of the International New Energy Solutions Platform (INES): Charting a Blueprint for a "Dual Carbon" Future
The Third Meeting of the Third Council of the International New Energy Solutions Platform (INES): Charting a Blueprint for a "Dual Carbon" FutureOn December 12th, the third meeting of the third council of the International New Energy Solutions Platform (INES) was grandly convened in Beijing. Hosted by China Power Construction International Corporation Limited (PowerChina International), and co-hosted by Huawei Technologies Co...
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WeChat's Official Account Launches "Author Read Aloud Voice" Feature for Personalized Article Listening
WeChat's Official Account Launches "Author Read Aloud Voice" Feature for Personalized Article Listening...
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OpenAI Officially Launches ChatGPT Search Engine: Fast, Accurate, and Sourced
OpenAI Officially Launches ChatGPT Search Engine: Fast, Accurate, and SourcedOn December 17th, OpenAI announced the full release of its highly anticipated ChatGPT search engine to all users. This news quickly generated significant buzz in the tech world, marking another major breakthrough for artificial intelligence in information retrieval...
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