Singapore-headquartered fintech Aspire has achieved a significant milestone, securing three financial licenses from the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) in Hong Kong. This regulatory approval is a pivotal moment for the company, enabling its local subsidiary, AFT HK Treasury Limited, to expand its services within the Special Administrative Region. The new licenses grant Aspire the…
Jimmy Lai, the 78-year-old pro-democracy activist and staunch critic of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), has decisively chosen not to appeal his 20-year prison sentence in Hong Kong. This confirmation from his legal team marks the definitive end of a years-long legal battle that has garnered global attention. Convicted in December for sedition and conspiracy…
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Big Tech may stand at the brink of a historic legal moment. A major trial over social media addiction has started and could reshape the technology industry. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified before a jury for the first time over allegations that social media harms young people. His testimony came more than four years after leaked internal documents…
The European Union has warned TikTok to change its platform design or face serious financial penalties. The European Commission said the video platform breached EU online safety rules. Officials reached this conclusion after an investigation launched in February 2024. Regulators examined how TikTok’s design affects user behaviour. The Commission said TikTok failed to properly assess risks to mental…
Chinese filmmakers are increasingly using artificial intelligence tools to create films and short dramas. The trend is growing fast in 2026 and is gaining strong attention across the entertainment industry. Many new projects made with AI support are…
The 38th China Golden Rooster Awards celebrated outstanding achievements in film, honoring top performers and productions from across the country. The ceremony highlighted talent in acting, storytelling, and filmmaking. “Good Things” (《好东西》) took home the Best Story Film…
Gamers worldwide must wait longer for Grand Theft Auto VI after Rockstar Games announced another release delay. The studio confirmed the new launch date for…
Leaders from Vietnam and China recently met in Kuala Lumpur to review their growing partnership. Both sides highlighted broad progress in their relationship, showing stronger…