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China’s DeepRare AI aims to speed rare disease diagnosis - March 03, 2026
A research team in Shanghai has developed an artificial intelligence system designed to shorten the diagnosis of rare diseases, according to a study published last Thursday in the journal “Nature.”
Apple unveils iPhone 17e in China: entry-level specs target wider users - March 03, 2026
Apple has officially updated its Chinese storefront with the new iPhone 17e, a mid-generational refresh that targets users less sensitive to camera and battery features with a more accessible price point.
China Eastern launches direct flights between Shanghai and Adelaide - March 03, 2026
China's second domestically-made cruise ship, Adora Flora City, is scheduled to be undocked in March, paving the way for its delivChina Eastern Airlines is launching a direct flight between Shanghai and Adelaide in Australia, starting June 20.
Adora Flora City cruise ship to be undocked in March - March 03, 2026
China's second domestically-made cruise ship, Adora Flora City, is scheduled to be undocked in March, paving the way for its delivery by the end of the year, according to Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Co Ltd, a subsidiary of the China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC).
MiniMax’s stock jumps after Chinese AI startup's annual revenue more than doubles - March 03, 2026
MiniMax Group’s shares jumped after the Chinese artificial intelligence startup said it more than doubled revenue last year, with overseas markets accounting for the bulk of sales.
Shanghai political advisors prepare key proposals for national "two sessions" - March 02, 2026
Artificial intelligence, consumption upgrade and the cultivation of future industries are once again at the forefront of policy debate as China is entering the season of its annual "two sessions."
Big turnout and awards at East China Fair - March 02, 2026
The 34th East China Fair (ECF), themed "Adapt to Changes and Expand New Horizons in Foreign Trade," opened last Sunday at Shanghai New International Expo Center (2345 Longyang Road) in Pudong.
Meituan Unit introduces AI-powered browser Tabbit - March 02, 2026
Meituan’s artificial intelligence research team GN06, formerly known as AI startup Light Year, has on March 2 launched the public beta of its first AI-native browser, Tabbit, marking the internet company’s latest push into AI-driven applications beyond its core life services business.
As Chinese nationals leave Iran, travel agencies offer free cancellations, refunds for Middle East trips - March 02, 2026
Major Chinese travel agencies, including Trip.Com, Qunar, and Tongcheng Travel, are offering free trip cancellations and refunds covering most Middle Eastern countries after US-Israeli military strikes on Iran, while Chinese nationals in the Islamic Republic evacuate.
China's MicroPort soars after US grants its new stent breakthrough device status - March 02, 2026
Shares of MicroPort Endovascular MedTech Group surged after the Chinese aortic and peripheral vascular interventional medical devices maker said the US Food and Drug Administration granted Breakthrough Device Designation to its innovative stent graft system, which will likely speed up its market approval.
