China’s BYD expands to South Korea with three EV models · TechNode
BYD is taking orders for its Atto 3 electric crossovers in South Korea at a starting price of 31.5 million…
TSMC reportedly declines outsourcing deal for Samsung’s Exynos chips · TechNode
TSMC will not form any partnership with Samsung to mass-produce its new flagship Exynos series chips, according to South Korea-based…
Next Wave: The perimeter and the drain
First published 18 Jan, 2026 To understand the current state of digital tokens in Africa, one has to appreciate the…
Chinese car buyers expect higher prices next year: UBS · TechNode
Chinese consumers are anticipating big increases in car prices next year, as the central government gradually phases out its incentives…
Xiaohongshu gains massive new users amid TikTok exodus, teams work overtime to meet demand · TechNode
The Chinese social platform Xiaohongshu, also known as the RedNote, has gained around 700,000 new users in just a few…
Alipay bugs allow users to get 20% discount on orders, no reimbursement to follow · TechNode
Alipay experienced a significant bug yesterday during a government subsidy test that resulted in a 20% discount on all orders…
China’s Geely opens first factory in Africa, Middle East · TechNode
Chinese automaker Geely has opened its first completely knocked down (CKD) factory in Africa and the Middle East, with plans…
NVIDIA hit with $5.5 billion blow as US tightens chip export rules to China · TechNode
Shares in NVIDIA fell nearly 7% on Wednesday after the company revealed it would face $5.5 billion in costs due…
How Trump’s tariffs could reshape the future for Chinese tech firms · TechNode
On Monday, Jan. 20, President Donald Trump was sworn in for his second term at the US Capitol. Among the…
Xpeng reveals global plans with X9, flying car, and humanoid robot · TechNode
Chinese EV maker Xpeng hosted the 2025 Xpeng Global Brand Night in Hong Kong on Tuesday. The event showcased the…
