CHINESE ENTITIES
All about China's War Game Exercise that Left the U.S. Air Force Worried
The US is concerned about growing cyber threats from China. The FBI Director has warned that there are multi-pronged threats against the US interest. Analysts have noted that there is a need for joint efforts to tackle this growing menace.
‘Father’ of China EV industry calls for investment talks with EU
The panic coming from the EU is caused partly by the fact that Chinese foreign investment hasn’t kept up with the pace of exports, Wan Gang said. One way to improve relations would be to resume talks on the Comprehensive Agreement on Investment, he said.
Chinese AI firms woo OpenAI users as US company plans API restrictions
ChatGPT maker OpenAI is planning to block access to technology used to build AI products for entities in China and some other countries, Chinese state-owned newspaper Securities Times reported on Tuesday.
OpenAI to cut access to tools for developers in China and other regions: report
ChatGPT is not available in mainland China but many Chinese startups have been able to access OpenAI's application programming interface (API) platform and use it to build their own applications, the Securities Times said.
Enemy within? China is buying land around American military bases
China's proximity to military bases within the US, including a nuclear missile base in Wyoming, raises national security concerns. The US government blocked a Chinese-backed cryptocurrency mining firm from owning land near Francis E. Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming, citing it as a 'national security risk'. The order required the divestment of property operated as a crypto mining facility near the base.
US lawmakers call to add China's CATL, Gotion to import ban list, WSJ reports
Republican lawmakers are urging the addition of Chinese battery companies CATL and Gotion High Tech to an import ban list, alleging their supply chains use forced labor. CATL and Gotion are linked to Ford and Volkswagen respectively. The lawmakers want them added to the entity list under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, which restricts imports tied to alleged genocide in China's Xinjiang region. CATL and Gotion deny the allegations. Volkswagen says it has no evidence of human rights violations.
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Five Eyes issue report over China recruiting US fighter pilots to boost air defence abilities
The Five Eyes alliance released a report stating China is actively recruiting Western fighter pilots to enhance its air defense and counter Western tactics, Voice of America reported. These pilots, hired through private firms in South Africa and China, help train Chinese pilots and provide insights into Western military practices. The Five Eyes warn this poses a persistent threat. Efforts to recruit target pilots from member countries, France, Germany, and other Western nations. China has not commented on these allegations.
Chinese companies may be permitted to dilute stakes in JVs with Indian partners
While decisions will continue to be made on a "case-by-case" basis with a focus on security concerns, sources suggest that this move could enable companies like Xiaomi and other prominent Chinese firms to expand their presence in India.
From Russia with Love: Why so many Russian women are seeking Chinese husbands
Cybersecurity analysts note a surge in Chinese cyber operations targeting global powers, including the US and India, with the use of AI-generated content for propaganda. Chinese state media's AI-driven series, "A Fractured America," criticizes US societal issues. In Sino-Russian relations, AI-produced deepfake videos feature Russian women expressing admiration for Chinese culture, emphasizing a shift in global dynamics.
China says it firmly opposes US export control tools
Some of the entities were added to the list for making drones to be used by the Chinese military and others for shipping controlled items to Russia. China and Russia have the right to carry out normal economic and trade cooperation, and such cooperation should not be disturbed, spokesperson Lin Jian told a regular press conference.
US to take aim at Chinese banks aiding Russia war effort: Report
The U.S. plans sanctions on Chinese banks to halt support for Russia's military, risking global financial system ties. Blinken to address in China. Concerns over impact on China's economy and yuan trade with Russia.
US imposes sanctions on Chinese, Belarusian firms for alleged support to Pakistan's missile program
The United States has imposed sanctions on Chinese and Belarusian companies for allegedly supplying components to Pakistan's ballistic missile program. Pakistan has denied the allegations, calling for evidence and proposing discussions on export controls. The US has reiterated its commitment to nonproliferation but faces criticism for perceived double standards in arms control. The sanctions highlight challenges in global arms control efforts and the need for international cooperation to address proliferation concerns.
US blacklists four Chinese tech apps for helping military in China
Amid US-China tensions, the US blacklisted four Chinese companies for supplying AI chips to China's military. China denied the allegations, leading to export restrictions on advanced technology. The situation reflects the intricate US-China geopolitical dynamics.
Chinese firms helping military get AI chips added to US export blacklist
U.S. adds Chinese companies to export blacklist for supplying AI chips to China's military. Restrictions extended to companies supporting Russia's military and drones in conflicts. China criticizes U.S. actions, emphasizing normal economic cooperation with Russia.
Senate Republican leader backs legislation to force Chinese divestment of TikTok
Mitch McConnell called TikTok "America's greatest strategic rival is threatening our security right here on U.S. soil in tens of millions of American homes."
Chinese hackers likely to target 18th Lok Sabha polls using AI, says Microsoft report
China and North Korea may interfere in India's 18th Lok Sabha polls from April 19 to June 1, including Bihar, West Bengal, and Uttar Pradesh. Microsoft analysis indicates cyber involvement in Taiwan and Japan.
China's pharma firm WuXi AppTec shared US client's data with Beijing
The US government is concerned that certain Chinese biotech companies are contributing technology or research and development for use by China's military, and the proposed legislation would restrict US government funds going to those Chinese companies.
Chinese TikTok sellers complain of under-fire platform tightening US rule enforcement
Chinese-owned TikTok, which faces the threat of having to divest its US operations or be banned, has in recent weeks taken a harder stance toward enforcing its internal rules, according to five Chinese vendors on the site and an industry association that represents 3,000 Chinese stores selling products online.
US sanctions Chinese cyberespionage firm, saying it hacked US energy industry
China state-sponsored malicious cyber actors remain one of the greatest and most persistent threats to U.S. national security, the Treasury said. The cyber security industry has labeled such entities advanced persistent threats (APTs), and the government also uses that acronym. Treasury said APT31 is a collection of Chinese intelligence officers working for the Hubei branch of China's Ministry of State Security (MSS) who carry out cyberespionage campaigns on behalf of the state.
Zombie Chinese EV makers resurrected in ‘productive force’ push
Only a third of the top dozen manufacturers hit their sales target last year, and the industry has been embroiled in a bruising price war that has shrunk markets.
US weighs sanctioning Huawei’s secretive Chinese chip network
The companies that could be blacklisted include chipmakers Qingdao Si’En, SwaySure, and Shenzhen Pensun Technology Co., or PST, the people said, asking not to be named because they weren’t authorized to discuss non-public information. Biden officials are also weighing sanctions on China’s leading memory chipmaker, ChangXin Memory Technologies Inc.
Vivo, Oppo say bye to Chinese 'agents,' bring in Indian ones
Vivo is likely to take up the office spaces currently occupied by the agents and convert them into its own state office, executives said. Oppo has set up such a structure in Delhi as a pilot, replacing its Chinese distributor with an Indian one. This will be rolled out nationally. The company is in the process of appointing Indian distributors in other states, the executives said.
ED files prosecution complaint against 299, including 76 Chinese entities in Nagaland money laundering case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a Prosecution Complaint against 299 individuals and entities, including 76 Chinese-controlled entities, in a money laundering case in Nagaland. The Special Court in Dimapur has taken cognizance of the offence after finding a prima facie case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002. The case involves duping investors with promises of high returns through investments in a cryptocurrency mining scheme using an app called "HPZ Token." ED's investigation has led to the freezing of Rs. 176.67 crore and attachment of properties worth Rs. 278.70 crore.
How to not get caught boycotted
Amidst widespread political unrest globally, many voices have called for boycotts as a form of protest against products, services, brands, and even entire nations. One such movement is BDS (boycott, divestment, sanctions), aiming to pressure Israel into altering its policies towards Palestinians through economic and political actions. The movement gained prominence in the early 2000s and has targeted multinational corporations like Nestle, Burger King, Disney, Siemens, HP, Puma, Carrefour, and others believed to support Israel, either openly or discreetly.
Corp affairs ministry probing Chinese cos linked to loan apps; investigations at advanced stages
The Indian corporate affairs ministry is investigating several Chinese companies, particularly those connected to loan apps, for alleged violations, with some probes in advanced stages. Authorities are tightening scrutiny on entities operating illegal loan apps, and the ministry, which enforces the companies law, is examining potential fraud and beneficial ownership concealment
Xiaomi says India's scrutiny of Chinese firms unnerves suppliers
Xiaomi, the leading smartphone brand in India, has expressed concerns to the Indian government about smartphone component suppliers' reluctance to establish operations in India due to heightened scrutiny of Chinese companies. In a letter dated Feb. 6, Xiaomi also urged India to offer manufacturing incentives and lower import tariffs for certain smartphone components.
Pentagon calls out Chinese companies it says are helping Beijing's military
Amid strained ties between the world's two biggest economies, the updated list is one of numerous actions Washington has taken in recent years to highlight and restrict Chinese companies that is says may strengthen Beijing's military.
US disrupts Chinese hacking campaign targeting critical infrastructure
The US and its key allies disclosed the Chinese campaign, dubbed Volt Typhoon, in May 2023 when analysts at Microsoft found it had targeted everything from US telecommunication networks to transportation hubs.
US restricts trade with 42 Chinese entities over support for Russia's military
The US Commerce Department has added 42 Chinese companies to its export control list due to their support for Russia's military base. The companies have been supplying US-made integrated circuits that Russia uses for precision guidance systems in its missiles and drones. Seven entities from Finland, Germany, India, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom have also been added to the list. China has criticized the move, calling it "economic coercion and unilateral bullying".
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