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Famed Chinese Sci-Fi Writer Sparks Debate Over AI-Written Books

2026-06-18 00:00:00

Hao Jingfang admitted that she had used AI to produce her children’s science fiction series.

Bot for Profit: Can China’s Top AI App Convince Users to Pay?

2026-06-18 00:00:00

China’s most popular chatbot has announced new subscription plans, marking a turning point for the country’s AI industry as companies look to convert massive user bases into revenue.

At the Shanghai Film Festival, AI Gets Its Mainstream Break

2026-06-17 00:00:00

The festival, one of the largest in Asia, has brought together AI content creators and traditional filmmakers to spur dialogue and collaborations around the latest technology.

Welcome to China, Elon Musk. His Chinese Doppelgänger Is Calling.

2026-06-17 00:00:00

Chinese creators and influencers are pushing “shanzhai” — counterfeit culture — beyond simple imitation, using humor to make global power feel close enough to recognize, yet distant enough to keep politics at arm’s length.

String Theory: Yarn Crafts Find a New Generation in China

2026-06-17 00:00:00

From weaving to knitting, yarn crafts are back in vogue in China. Young professionals and university students are using them to find peace and community, and to connect with family.

Title Fight: China’s New TV Credit Rules Target Toxic Fandoms

2026-06-16 00:00:00

To ease fandom and legal disputes, names will now be listed according to the number of brushstrokes in actors’ surnames.