The technology sector remains the undisputed engine of global market performance, dictating the rhythm for major stock indices across Asia and Europe. As of November 19, 2025, robust movements in tech stocks, largely propelled by the relentless march of Artificial Intelligence (AI), are setting the tone, yet this dominance is
The global economic landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by an unprecedented wave of technological advancements. Artificial intelligence (AI), automation, blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT) are not merely enhancing existing trade mechanisms; they are fundamentally redefining international commerce, supply chain structures, and the very fabric of economic policy. This digital revolution is [...]
Beijing, China – Tsinghua University, a venerable institution with a rich history in science and engineering education, has emerged as a formidable force in the global artificial intelligence (AI) boom, notably surpassing renowned American universities like Harvard and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the number of AI patents. This achievement underscores China's aggressive [...]
Alibaba Group (NYSE: BABA) is launching a major upgrade to its chatbot, Qwen, to compete in the growing consumer AI market and become China's everything app.
When asked 'Is Alibaba Cloud a security risk to Western companies,' Qwen produced a lengthy legal explanation and admitted that it is possible in certain scenarios.
Alibaba is driving value by launching a free Qwen AI app for chat, navigation, shopping, and productivity tools. It also slashes prices for its AI models.
China ends year-long gallium, germanium, and antimony export ban to the U.S., following the high-profile Trump-Xi meeting and trade negotiations. Microsoft invests $10B in AI data centers in Portugal and Atlanta; Alphabet allocates $6.4B for German infrastructure expansion.
Shares of Alibaba Group Holding Limited American (NASDAQ: BABA) are falling after a report alleged that the ecommerce company has worked with the Chinese military.
The global financial landscape in late 2025 is increasingly defined by the varied and often contrasting monetary policy decisions emanating from central banks beyond the U.S. Federal Reserve. As economies grapple with persistent inflation, uneven growth, and geopolitical tensions, institutions like the European Central Bank (ECB), Bank of Japan
The global technology landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven not just by innovation but increasingly by geopolitical forces. In 2024 and 2025, the White House has significantly intensified its scrutiny of major tech companies, particularly Chinese behemoths like Alibaba (NYSE: BABA), citing pressing concerns over national security, data integrity, and fair competition. This heightened [...]
