The Rise and Fall (and Potential Future) of Cable Television: Once the Heart of Home EntertainmentRemember gathering as a family around the television, vying for the remote and arguing over channels? For many, this is a cherished memory. Yet, as time marches on, cable television, once the undisputed king of home entertainment, is in decline...

Terumo BCT's Localized Production in China Ushers in a New Era of High-Quality Healthcare"China is a crucial strategic market for Terumo BCT, and indeed for the entire Terumo Group," stated Antona Gawen, President and CEO of Terumo BCT, at the recent launch ceremony for its domestic manufacturing operations. This ceremony marked the official entry of Terumo BCT, a global leader in blood separation technology, into localized production in China...

The International Space Station (ISS) Crisis: Emergency Evacuation Plans and the Rise of China's Tiangong Space StationThe ISS's Plight: Accumulated Hazards and Emergency EvacuationThese malfunctions aren't isolated incidents but the result of long-standing neglect. The ISS's design life was 15 years, yet it has operated for over 10 years beyond that...

The Secrets Behind the Shanghai Tower's Unwavering Stance: A 632-Meter ColossusThe Shanghai Tower, standing tall at 632 meters on the banks of the Huangpu River, is a world-renowned architectural marvel. Weighing 800,000 tons, how does this giant structure remain steadfast on the soft riverside soil, even withstanding strong winds and earthquakes? The answer lies in its sophisticated engineering technologies and ingenious design concepts...

Embracing Specialized Large Models: An Interpretation of Zhou Hongyi's Keynote Speech at the World Internet Conference in WuzhenThe 2024 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit was held on November 20th in Wuzhen, Zhejiang Province. 360 Group founder Zhou Hongyi delivered a keynote speech titled "Embracing Specialized Large Models, Leading the Development of the New Industrial Revolution" at the plenary session...

The Humen Bridge: A "Bridge of Pride" Transforming the Pearl River Delta and Witnessing the Integration of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay AreaThe Humen Bridge, China's most profitable bridge, is renowned not only for its immense economic benefits but also for its profound impact on the Pearl River Delta (PRD) and its role as a witness to the integrated development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). Since its opening in 1997, it has not only shortened the distance between Guangzhou and Dongguan, fostering their integrated development, but also become a crucial link connecting the east and west banks of the Pearl River and facilitating exchanges among Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao...

The Global Semiconductor Industry Faces a Policy Earthquake: Technological Competition in an Era of Regionalization and DiversificationIn the past six months, the global semiconductor industry has witnessed a dramatic shift in policy, driven not only by intensifying technological competition but also by a reassessment of industry supply chains and a move towards regionalization and diversification. Trump's outspoken criticism of the CHIPS and Science Act and his frequent pronouncements on the semiconductor industry have reignited global concerns about semiconductor security and independent development...

DRAM Price Decline Accelerates: Downward Pressure on the Market to Continue Through 2025The fourth quarter is a critical period for DRAM industry contract pricing, and market dynamics are undergoing significant changes. According to the latest report from TrendForce, the decline in DRAM prices is accelerating, driven by a double whammy of oversupply and weak demand...

LG Energy Solution (LGES) Exclusively Supplies Batteries to Bear Robotics, Opening a New Chapter in the Robotics MarketOn November 18th, LG Energy Solution (LGES) announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Silicon Valley robotics company Bear Robotics, establishing LGES as the exclusive supplier of cylindrical batteries for Bear Robotics. This collaboration marks a significant step for LGES into the robotics market and provides Bear Robotics with enhanced product performance and market competitiveness...

Xianyu Unveils 600 Million Users and AI Agent at COP29: Reshaping the Used Goods Trading Experience and Driving AI-Powered Sustainable DevelopmentDuring a China Corner side event at the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Azerbaijan on November 18th, Xianyu CTO Chen Jufu announced that the platform's registered users have surpassed 600 million, and unveiled the "Xianyu AI Agent." This marks the industry's first deep application of AI technology to the used goods trading scenario, representing a landmark step for Xianyu in its journey towards green and low-carbon development...

Shenzhou 15 Orbital Module Falls in Los Angeles: A Global "Extraterrestrial Visitor" EventA video taken by a young boy in the US and quickly spreading online shows a metallic capsule falling into his backyard, sparking global attention. The video also rapidly trended in China, with the hashtag Shenzhou15OrbitalModuleFallsInLA generating much online discussion and jokes about an "extraterrestrial visitor...

China's Methane Hydrates: Challenges and Opportunities Behind the World's Largest ReservesWith the continuous growth of global energy demand and increasingly severe environmental problems, methane hydrates (also known as combustible ice or natural gas hydrates) have attracted widespread attention worldwide as a new type of clean energy. China, boasting the world's largest reserves of methane hydrates, holds a significant position in this field, but also faces enormous technological, economic, and environmental challenges...