Reading Time : 2 minutesChina’s new K visa program is reshaping the global science landscape by drawing top US researchers at a time when America tightens its visa rules. With generous support and fewer barriers, China positions itself as a magnet for talent, sparking a potential reverse migration that could alter the future of global innovation.
Reading Time : 2 minutesGlobal stocks are wavering as Wall Street’s rally loses steam. Inflation data offered relief but did not dispel concerns about valuations or policy caution. Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s warning on stretched markets added to the hesitation, leaving investors looking to upcoming inflation and jobs data for clarity on future momentum.
Reading Time : 2 minutesAsian stocks stalled after recent gains, with Chinese tech shares leading declines ahead of Jerome Powell’s speech. Investors paused as inflation worries and uncertainty over U.S. rate cuts weighed on sentiment. With valuations under pressure and regulatory risks looming, the coming days may set the tone for regional markets.
Reading Time : 2 minutesThe new $100,000 H-1B visa fee has pushed US tech companies to act fast to keep key talent. Indian workers face serious challenges, and experts warn the policy could hurt US innovation. This policy shift is reshaping the tech industry’s talent landscape globally.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChina has entered the UN’s Global Innovation Index top 10 for the first time, pushing Germany out of the ranking. While Switzerland, Sweden, and the US hold the lead, China’s surge in patents and R&D spending signals a major shift in global innovation power. Meanwhile, global research growth has slowed to its weakest pace in years.
Reading Time : 2 minutesTaiwanese companies demonstrated robust growth in August 2025, with significant revenue gains driven by AI and technology demand. Tong Yang, IoT Smart, and Inventec led the surge, benefiting from rising orders, cloud service adoption, and AI server needs. This momentum highlights Taiwan’s vital role in the global tech ecosystem, underscoring its resilience and innovation strength.
Reading Time : 2 minutesNvidia is preparing a new AI chip, the B30A, tailored for China with enhanced performance and features. Despite regulatory hurdles and domestic competition, Chinese firms eagerly anticipate the chip’s arrival as Nvidia aims to maintain its significant market presence amid geopolitical challenges.
Reading Time : 2 minutesApple faces a major shake-up as India and China impose 100% tariffs on iPhones. With rising competition from local brands and shrinking market share, the tech giant is under pressure to rethink its strategies to maintain relevance and investor confidence in two of its most important markets.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChina commits $1.4 billion and fast-tracks a development bank to expand the SCO’s economic influence amid global tensions. The summit also saw progress on China-India relations, signaling growing diplomatic and economic cooperation in Eurasia’s powerful new bloc. This marks a shift toward multilateralism and a challenge to Western-led global orders.
Reading Time : 2 minutesFrench markets fell sharply as Prime Minister Bayrou’s government faces collapse over controversial austerity measures. Banks lost billions, bonds came under pressure, and European markets also declined, highlighting the economic and political uncertainty in France.
Reading Time : 3 minutes The United States has quietly embedded location-tracking devices in certain AI chip and server shipments to detect diversions to China. This covert strategy is part of a wider crackdown on export violations, combining stealth technology, inter-agency coordination, and new legislation that could permanently change the global flow of advanced computing hardware.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Taiwanese prosecutors have detained three individuals linked to TSMC over suspicions of attempting to steal its 2nm chip secrets. The arrests follow a new law protecting national technologies. This high-profile case could reshape how Taiwan defends its semiconductor industry from foreign and internal threats, as geopolitical tensions continue to grow in the region.
Reading Time : 2 minutesDetroit carmakers say Trump’s Japan deal ignored core trade barriers, leaving U.S. vehicles at a disadvantage. Without binding provisions, they warn Japan has no reason to open its market.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChina grew 5.2% in Q2 2025, beating forecasts despite tariffs and a weak property sector. Strong exports and manufacturing drove growth, but domestic consumption and real estate remain soft. The government stays on track for 5% annual growth but risks loom with tariffs and weak demand.
Reading Time : 2 minutesStarting October 2025, the US imposes a $250 Visa Integrity Fee on non-immigrant visas to curb overstays. Travelers from Visa Waiver Program countries are exempt, but others face higher costs for tourism, study, or work.
