BEIJING (Reuters) - China will develop more than 50 new national and industrial standards by 2026, the industry ministry said in a statement on Tuesday.
The goal is part of the guidelines the ministry issued on standardising systems for the artificial intelligence sector.
(Reporting by Albee Zhang and Ryan Woo; Editing by Jacqueline Wong)
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The pensioner vote has been a key battleground in this election. One of the Conservatives’ key pledges was the introduction of the “triple lock plus” – extra tax breaks for the retired. But it is highly unlikely the policy will see the light of day, so what does Labour have in store for your retirement savings – and what can you do about it?
After the United States passed new subsidies designed to boost domestic electric vehicle production and cut into Beijing’s supply chain dominance, Chinese manufacturers began investing in an unlikely place: Morocco. In the rolling hills near Tangiers and in industrial parks near the Atlantic Ocean, they have announced plans for new factories to make parts for EVs that may qualify for $7,500 credits to car buyers in the United States. Similar investments have been announced in other countries that share free trade agreements with the United States, including South Korea and Mexico.
BMW has accused the European Union of protectionism as Brussels prepares to hit imported Chinese electric cars with a wave of tariffs.
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Oil prices were edging higher as reports of a larger-than-expected draw in U.S. crude stockpiles signals solid demand during the summer driving season in the world's top consumer. Brent crude and WTI were both up 0.3% to $86.55 and $83.11 a barrel, respectively, after reaching their highest level in more than two months in the previous trading session. Crude inventories fell by 9.16 million barrels last week, according to reports citing figures from the American Petroleum Institute ahead of official data later on Wednesday.
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As the San Francisco Bay Area reels from round after round of tech industry layoffs, one underemployed industry veteran is urging others in her position to do anything — including sell their blood — to make ends meet. In an interview with SF Gate,
The Indian market has shown robust growth, rising 1.7% in the last week and achieving a remarkable 45% increase over the past year, with earnings projected to grow by 16% annually. In such a thriving environment, dividend stocks that offer consistent payouts can be particularly appealing to investors looking for both stability and growth potential.
A significant chunk of young NEETS are well-qualified and want to work, but just can’t land a job—and may never, new Korn Ferry report warns.
The migration of supply chain to third countries by Chinese, U.S., and European multinationals is an overlooked dimension of the emerging world order.
Microsoft Corp. has agreed to pay $14.4 million to settle allegations that the global software giant retaliated and discriminated against employees who took protected leave, including parental and disability, the California Civil Rights Department announced Wednesday. The proposed settlement stems from a multi-year investigation by the California agency and the consent decree is subject to approval in state court in Santa Clara County, where the Redmond, Washington-based company has an office. The state agency, which launched its investigation in 2020, alleged that employees who took leave from work due to pregnancy or disability, or to bond with a new baby or care for a sick family member, received lower bonuses and unfavorable performance reviews.
(Bloomberg) -- The owner of Saks Fifth Avenue is close to acquiring Neiman Marcus Group for $2.65 billion, according to a person familiar with the matter — a deal that would unite America’s two largest high-end department-store chains in a bid to grab a bigger share of a slowing industry.Most Read from BloombergBiden Struggles to Contain Mounting Pressure to Drop Out of RaceHouse Democrats Consider Demanding Biden Withdraw From RaceChina Can End Russia’s War in Ukraine With One Phone Call, Finla
RAYONG, Thailand (Reuters) -China's BYD opened an electric vehicle plant in Thailand on Thursday, the automaker's first factory in Southeast Asia, a fast-growing regional EV market where it has become the dominant player. "Thailand has a clear EV vision and is entering a new era of auto manufacturing," BYD CEO and President Wang Chuanfu said at the opening ceremony. "We will bring technology from China to Thailand."
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) -Electric vehicle (EV) maker Polestar said it will have to take steps to offset hefty EU and U.S. import tariffs on its Chinese-made electric cars as it posted a first-quarter operating loss on Tuesday. The Swedish company, controlled by China's Geely, makes all its EVs in China, but its new model, the Polestar 3, will be made in the United States from the end of this summer and its Polestar 4 in South Korea from the second half of next year. Until then, it will incur provisional tariffs of 20% for the cars it brings into the European Union under a proposal by the European Commission and more than 100% for the United States.
A lawsuit filed Tuesday against Northwestern University opened a new front in the battle against affirmative action, alleging that its law school hires less-qualified people of color and women over White men for faculty positions in violation of federal anti-discrimination laws. The complaint, brought by a group called Faculty, Alumni and Students Opposed to Racial Preferences, targets Northwestern’s law school. But the allegations amount to a sweeping criticism of American universities, allegin
Works to upgrade the gas network in one part of Abergavenny in Monmouthshire are set to begin, find out whether you will be affected.
The class action suit from DraftKings buyers alleges that NFTs are investment contracts.
Germany's cabinet blocked the planned sale of the gas turbine business of Volkswagen unit MAN Energy Solutions to a Chinese company on Wednesday, with ministers citing security reasons. The decision comes amid rising trade tensions between the EU and China. Germany's economy ministry can review and stop transactions deemed to have national security implications, and Berlin and the EU are trying to reduce risks from economic ties with Beijing.
HSBC has warned its top bankers to rein in spending on entertainment and travel as it races to slash costs.
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