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China's VR Boom Brings Virtual Worlds to Life by Walking
Innovation3d ago

China's VR Boom Brings Virtual Worlds to Life by Walking

Virtual reality in China has transformed from a disappointing seated experience into a thriving entertainment industry by letting people actually walk through digital worlds. Nearly 20 new immersive VR venues opened in Shanghai alone last year, transporting visitors to ancient Egypt, 1874 Paris, and historic Chinese cities.

Sixth Tone2 min read
Chinese Tech Firms Tap Young Scientists Under 35 for AI
InnovationFeb 19

Chinese Tech Firms Tap Young Scientists Under 35 for AI

China's biggest tech companies are betting on millennials and Gen Z researchers to lead their artificial intelligence breakthroughs. The move signals a new era where youth and fresh perspectives drive innovation in the world's most competitive tech race.

South China Morning Post2 min read
China's 20-Year Crowdsourced Novel Rewrites History
InnovationFeb 18

China's 20-Year Crowdsourced Novel Rewrites History

Thousands of Chinese engineers and tech enthusiasts have spent nearly two decades collaboratively writing an open-source sci-fi novel with millions of words. The Morning Star of Linggao recently caught global attention for its rigorous, technically grounded approach to reimagining China's past.

South China Morning Post2 min read
China's Landspace Plans Second Rocket Landing Try This Spring
InnovationFeb 18

China's Landspace Plans Second Rocket Landing Try This Spring

A Chinese rocket company is gearing up for another attempt to land and reuse a massive orbital booster, bringing SpaceX-style space travel closer to reality in Asia. After a dramatic near-miss in December, they're ready to try again.

SpaceNews2 min read
China Cuts Logistics Costs to Record Low With AI, Drones
InnovationFeb 11

China Cuts Logistics Costs to Record Low With AI, Drones

China just hit a milestone in supply chain efficiency, dropping logistics costs to their lowest level ever thanks to smart technology and better infrastructure. The progress shows how innovation can reshape entire industries while keeping the world's goods moving faster and cheaper.

South China Morning Post3 min read
China Tests Flying Car That Seats 10 at Helicopter Price
InnovationFeb 5

China Tests Flying Car That Seats 10 at Helicopter Price

A Chinese startup just proved that affordable air travel for groups might be closer than we think. AutoFlight's new flying car carries 10 passengers and costs 90% less to operate than traditional helicopters.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
Chinese Court: AI Developers Not Liable for Hallucinations
InnovationJan 28

Chinese Court: AI Developers Not Liable for Hallucinations

A Chinese court has set a groundbreaking precedent that shields AI developers from automatic liability when their systems generate false information. The ruling requires users to prove both fault and actual harm, balancing consumer protection with innovation.

Sixth Tone3 min read
China Preps First Humanoid Robot Astronaut for Space
VideosJan 28

China Preps First Humanoid Robot Astronaut for Space

Two Chinese companies are racing to send humanoid robots into orbit, marking a new chapter in space exploration where machines handle the harsh conditions humans struggle with. One robot just became the first to connect directly to a satellite while on Earth.

Electrek2 min read
China's Supersonic Rail Hits Mach 1 in Jinan
InnovationJan 26

China's Supersonic Rail Hits Mach 1 in Jinan

A Chinese research team has been quietly operating the world's first supersonic electromagnetic rail system for over two years, accelerating objects faster than the speed of sound. The breakthrough could revolutionize transportation and space technology.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Chinese Factory Robots Build Excavator Every 6 Minutes
InnovationJan 22

Chinese Factory Robots Build Excavator Every 6 Minutes

While tech companies promise humanoid robots someday, Chinese manufacturer Zoomlion has been quietly using them since 2022 to build heavy equipment at remarkable speeds. The company's AI-powered workforce now produces a new excavator every six minutes.

Electrek2 min read
Chinese Robotics Firm Ships 5,500 Humanoid Robots in 2025
InnovationJan 19

Chinese Robotics Firm Ships 5,500 Humanoid Robots in 2025

Unitree Robotics delivered more than 5,500 walking humanoid robots in 2025, outpacing American competitors by over 35 times. The milestone signals rapid progress in making advanced robotics accessible and affordable worldwide.

South China Morning Post2 min read