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Bike Corrals Expose Oversupply: Dockless boom overwhelms Hangzhou; authorities rewrite parking rules

In Hangzhou, officials gathered thousands of dockless shared bicycles to address sidewalk congestion. Initially, the public bike-sharing system relied on designated return stations. However, the introduction of private dockless bike companies provided convenience that came with a lack of controls. This resulted in an excessive number of bikes cluttering the…

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Asian Games: India won a record 107 medals at Hangzhou. Can the 2026 contingent go beyond that?

India aims to build on its Hangzhou success at the upcoming Asian Games. Several new medal contenders have emerged, showcasing India's growing sporting prowess. Key athletes like Manu Bhaker and Aman Sehrawat are expected to perform well. Shooting and badminton disciplines are strong medal prospects for the nation. India also…

The Economic Times

Teen girl turns study problem into AI app for busy parents, earns Rs 2.5 lakh in 3 days

A 13-year-old Shanghai student has turned a common study problem into an AI product that generated 18,000 yuan (Rs 2,600) from 90 orders in three days. Zhu Shuhan, who has no programming background, built the app with AI assistance in three to four days and won third prize at a…

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China's robot traffic cops cannot fine but will politely ask you to wear helmet instead; built to work without any break, they can spot violations through rush hour and poor weather

China's traffic robot cops cannot fine or arrest violators but issue polite warnings instead, and are built to work through rush hour, poor weather and extreme heat without a break. Since May, 15 such robots deployed in Hangzhou have issued over 170,000 warnings and helped cut helmetless riding and stop-line…

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China puts AI 'robocops' on traffic duty; one 'Superman' robot claims to be faster than Usain Bolt

China is putting robots to work in real-world policing, with a traffic-control machine in Hangzhou now issuing warnings to motorists and pedestrians. Meanwhile, another Chinese robotics firm has unveiled a humanoid machine whose claimed top speed exceeds Usain Bolt’s 100-metre world-record pace.

The Times of India

China replaces traffic police with robocops: Wheeled robot warns helmetless riders and monitors traffic

A Chinese technology company is testing robot traffic officers in Hangzhou to automate repetitive road-monitoring duties. Reuters reported that the machines can detect helmetless riding, traffic violations and pedestrians crossing against signals, while also answering questions and connecting users with police. SUPCON says dozens are already deployed, though the company’s…

The Economic Times

China puts robocops on traffic duty, minus the arrest powers

The robocop uses cameras, radar and onboard computing to identify riders without helmets, e-bikes carrying passengers, vehicles stopping over marked lines and pedestrians crossing against signals, SUPCON's intelligent unmanned systems innovation centre head Cao Hui said in an interview.

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Unitree, famous for its dancing robots, surges by 460% on its trading debut, lifting valuation to $66 billion, far ahead of U.S. competitors

The Hangzhou-based startup, founded in 2016, has quickly become something akin to a national champion in China's robotics sector.

Fortune

Humanoid resources: China's robots search for workforce breakthrough

HANGZHOU (CHINA) - A horde of schoolchildren watched excitedly as a diminutive humanoid tour guide named Wuji welcomed them to a robot school in eastern China, gesticulating theatrically as it described the institute's aspiration to train the mechanical workforce of the future.

Bangkok Post

As Opel turns to Chinese partners, its hometown frets about the future

Struggling like many other European automakers, Opel is expanding its partnership with Leapmotor to build a new SUV, tapping the Hangzhou-based company's expertise on electric vehicles and low-cost production -- while leaving Opel's local engineers to perform more old-fashioned vehicle design work.

The Economic Times

A Pacemaker Doctors Switched Off, and Left Inside Started Firing Again Two Years Later

A pacemaker that doctors switched off and left inside a patient's chest began pacing again two years later, competing with the newer device.

Medical Daily

Flight cancellations, evacuations in China as Typhoon Dolphin looms

Typhoon Dolphin is poised to strike China's eastern coast with heavy rains. Over one thousand flights have already been cancelled in Shanghai and Hangzhou. Authorities have issued a top-level red typhoon alert for affected provinces. Nearly one hundred thousand people were relocated from risky areas in Fujian province. Typhoon Dolphin…

The Economic Times

DeepSeek invests $20.8 million in Unitree's Shanghai IPO

Chinese AI firm DeepSeek invested significantly in robot maker Unitree. They will jointly develop advanced AI models for humanoid robots. This partnership combines AI expertise with mechanical engineering capabilities. The collaboration aims to overcome challenges in robot autonomy and understanding. Both companies are based in China's eastern tech hub Hangzhou.

The Economic Times

Inside China's fake Paris: The $1 billion replica with an Eiffel Tower and French streets that fooled the internet

China's Tianducheng is unlike any other residential development in the world. Built for more than US$1 billion on the outskirts of Hangzhou, the neighbourhood recreates the look and feel of Paris with its own Eiffel Tower, French-style boulevards and elegant European architecture. Over the years, viral videos and social media…

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Manu Bhaker reflects on Hangzhou bronze, says 'there's still plenty of room for improvement'

Manu Bhaker expressed mixed feelings about her recent 25m pistol bronze medal win. She acknowledged potential for improvement while noting her hard work is showing results. Bhaker secured a 10m air pistol mixed team silver earlier this year in Munich. She is now preparing for the Asian Games in Japan.…

The Economic Times

ISSF World Cup: Esha Singh wins gold, Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker takes bronze in women's 25m pistol

In an impressive display of talent, Esha Singh won gold in the women's 25m pistol event, while Manu Bhaker achieved bronze in a thrilling finale. Esha reflected on her triumph over mental challenges and the joy of shooting in Hangzhou, and Manu expressed that her medal is a crucial milestone,…

The Economic Times

ISSF World Cup: India faces crucial test against China ahead of Asian Games

India's shooting team prepares for the Asian Games at the Hangzhou World Cup. This event offers a crucial test against China's dominant shooting prowess. Indian shooters will gain valuable match practice under familiar conditions. Key athletes like Suruchi Inder Singh and Esha Singh aim for strong performances. Experienced shooters seek…

Bangkok Post

People brave simulated typhoons in China to prepare for real thing

Lvxing Disaster Simulation Training Center in Hangzhou, eastern China, offers a realistic experience of what it is like to be caught up in a typhoon or a flash flood, albeit with the advantage of wearing a wetsuit, a helmet and having a safety instructor to guide you. The center says…

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China's DeepSeek to raise fresh capital at $74 billion valuation ahead of onshore IPO

The plan comes just weeks after the Hangzhou-based company, which drew global attention with its low-cost AI models in 2025, raised about $7.4 billion in June at a post-money valuation of about 450 billion yuan, the people said. Filings by two Chinese investors later suggested DeepSeek was valued at 350.88…

The Economic Times

China's DeepSeek to raise fresh capital at $74 billion valuation ahead of onshore IPO

The plan comes just weeks after the Hangzhou-based company, which drew global attention with its low-cost AI models in 2025, raised about $7.4 billion in June a post-money valuation of about 450 billion yuan, the ‌people said.

Bangkok Post

Two accused of illegal surrogacy in China arrested in Pattaya

A Chinese couple accused of operating an illegal surrogacy service in Hangzhou, China, were arrested at their hideout in Pattaya on Sunday.

International Business Times

ZemiSmart Rolls Out Budget Smart Home Gadgets For Old Appliances. But Cloud Dependency And Data Rules Shape What Buyers Really Get.

ZemiSmart Matter IR blaster and AC controller launch July 3, 2026, bringing legacy infrared appliances into Apple Home, Google Home, and Alexa via Zigbee bridge or native Matter Wi-Fi — but both devices route through Tuya's cloud, a Hangzhou-based platform legally obligated under China's National Intelligence Law to cooperate with…

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Silver Mountain Moon: A Major Silk Road Exhibition Opens during 2026 Silk Road Week at China National Silk Museum

HANGZHOU, China, June 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The China National Silk Museum will launch its flagship exhibition, Silver Mountain Moon: Gaochang and Kucha on the Silk Road, on June 24, 2026. The exhibition, curated as the centerpiece of the 2026 Silk Road Week, runs under the theme "Harmony in Diversity,…

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How large-scale AI drives the evolution of video encoding to intelligent understanding

HANGZHOU, China, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hundreds of millions of security cameras operate 24/7 worldwide, and the industry-wide shift to HD and 4K+ resolutions—combined with expanding channel counts and longer retention mandates—is fueling explosive growth in video storage. Meanwhile, hard drive prices remain unstable and enterprise storage budgets keep…

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Hikvision Releases 2026 Cybersecurity White Paper, Fostering Digital Trust in the AIoT Era

HANGZHOU, China, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hikvision has released its 2026 Cybersecurity White Paper, marking its ongoing commitment to transparent and robust security practices. The latest edition outlines the company's advanced security framework, designed to address emerging digital challenges for the AI-powered Internet of Things (AIoT) industry. Elevating Security…

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