PODCAST: China kills a global chip deal, and a leading bubble tea maker goes to London
China has vetoed the purchase of Tower Semiconductor by Intel. And bubble tea maker HeyTea has opened its first store in London.
Huawei: 5G comeback kid, or sucker for new sanctions?
The former smartphone superstar is reportedly planning to re-enter the 5G smartphone arena later this year, using domestic foundry SMIC to make its self-designed 5G chips Key Takeaways: Huawei reportedly…
CHINA BULLETIN: Time to Celebrate?
In this week’s issue, the latest Communist Party Congress says China will keep opening up, while officials convene emergency meetings to discuss the latest U.S. restrictions on Chinese microchip makers.
Battered Autohome Sees Light at End of Tunnel
One of China’s oldest online car specialists posts 24% revenue decline in third quarter on reduced industry spending, but sees relief next year Key Takeaways: Leading Chinese online auto company…
SMIC Spinoff SJSemi Becomes China’s Latest Chip Highflyer With New Fundraising
Chip packaging and testing company raises $300 million in new funding from a slate of state-backed entities Key Takeaways: • SJSemi has raised $300 million in its latest fundraising round,…