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AI takes center stage as CMEF 2026 showcases the future of healthcare - April 12, 2026
Medical AI has taken center stage at the Shanghai China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF). Many exhibitors displayed new products and China-specific products to navigate the country's complex healthcare system.
NovaFusionX sets fundraising record for a private China fusion startup with USD102.5 million deal - April 12, 2026
Chinese nuclear fusion startup NovaFusionX has completed an Angel+ funding round worth CNY700 million (USD102.5 million), bringing its total fundraising to CNY1.2 billion (USD175.6 million) within just one year and setting a record among private fusion companies in China.
From lattes to kennels, China's rural towns tap booming pet economy to spur growth - April 12, 2026
A latte topped with cat-shaped foam, a guest room designed for boarding dogs and a pet-themed obstacle race are among the scenes drawing attention in Shuxin Town in Shanghai, where local authorities are betting on the fast-growing pet economy to revitalize rural areas.
Foreign spending, young shoppers drive record growth on Nanjing Road E - April 12, 2026
Overseas tourists spent 390 million yuan (US$57 million) on Shanghai's Nanjing Road E. last year as the pedestrian street reported a strong rebound in retail sales and foot traffic.
Yangtze River Delta steps up emergency coordination with expo, AI and revised plans - April 09, 2026
Shanghai and its Yangtze River Delta neighbors are deepening emergency-management coordination, with officials on Thursday outlining new work on regional command systems, AI-assisted rescue tools, flood preparedness and revised contingency plans ahead of the fifth Yangtze River Delta International Emergency Disaster Reduction and Rescue Expo.
Unique AI model tracks global carbon emissions - April 09, 2026
Chinese researchers have unveiled a first-of-its-kind artificial intelligence model designed to track carbon emissions across global production, consumption, and natural resources, a move experts say could shift the balance of power in international climate negotiations.
French fashion brand confident in China market with global debut in Shanghai - April 09, 2026
French fashion house Maison Margiela has signalled confidence in the Chinese market by staging the debut of its Fall/Winter 2026 collection in Shanghai instead of Paris for the first time in its nearly four-decade history.
WiredScore makes mainland debut - April 09, 2026
WiredScore, a global leader in digital connectivity and smart building certification, has officially entered the Chinese mainland and unveiled its first strategic partners.
Shanghai unveils 10 measures to cement status as global esports hub - April 09, 2026
Shanghai has launched a comprehensive "10-measure" policy package aimed at accelerating the high-quality development of its gaming and esports sectors.
Impressed by Shanghai's vitality, KMT leader urges cross-Strait goodwill, mutual trust - April 09, 2026
Impressed by the mainland's vitality and creativity during a tour in Shanghai, Cheng Li-wun, chairperson of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, on Thursday called for building greater goodwill and mutual trust across the Taiwan Strait.
