Why Hong Kong is now the launch pad for mainland China’s AI champions
City emerges as a price-discovery hub, with mainland AI firms reversing a decades-old dual-listing order to secure global benchmarks
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Why Hong Kong is now the launch pad for mainland China’s AI champions
City emerges as a price-discovery hub, with mainland AI firms reversing a decades-old dual-listing order to secure global benchmarks
· Zhang Shidong
NYT chairman Sulzberger says AI companies ‘strip-mine’ news sites of their intellectual property
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· Victor Barreiro Jr.
Labor, Coalition to avoid repaying investment funds under donations fix
A carve-out in Victoria’s proposed campaign finance laws could spare Labor and the Coalition from having to pay back donations from their investment vehicles if the money has already been spent.
· Kieran Rooney, Patrick Hatch
Indonesia's trade surplus hits lowest level in six years as rupiah slides
Barges loaded with coal, one of Indonesia's most important export commodities, are anchored on the Mahakam river in Samarinda, East Kalimantan. © AP
· Staff Writer
Inflation hits 3.2% in the euro zone as Iran war pushes energy costs higher
Euro zone inflation rose to an estimated 3.2% in May, driven by surging energy prices.
· Chloe Taylor
Japan's Advantage Partners launches $1.8bn buyout fund
The fund established by Advantage Partners is one of the largest funds ever launched by a Japanese private equity firm. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Rie Ishii and Taizo Wada)
· Staff Writer
How the arrival of a BYD ship marks a sea change in Australian motoring
The giant purpose-built ship owned by BYD disgorging 5000 electric vehicles in Port Melbourne on Tuesday was not the only ominous sign of change for Australia’s dominant car brands this week, as new data suggests a structural shift is taking place in the auto market.
· Nick O'Malley
Malaysia’s Umno hedges on Johor state election to lure Malay votes in stronghold
The Umno-led BN coalition defends its decision not to partner with PH in Johor, saying the election is to win the voters’ mandate again
· Iman Muttaqin Yusof
As pioneering Chinese web forum returns, authorities warn free speech has limits
Financial problems forced Tianya to shut down in 2023, but it returned on Monday to combat the rise of ‘fast-food content’
· Phoebe Zhang
As pioneering Chinese web forum returns, authorities warn free speech has limits
Financial problems forced Tianya to shut down in 2023, but it returned on Monday to combat the rise of ‘fast-food content’
· Phoebe Zhang
Hong Kong retail sales rise 8.6% in April on back of higher visitor arrivals
Retail sales for first four months of 2026 up 11.3 per cent from the same period last year
· Wynna Wong
Hong Kong retail sales rise 8.6% in April on back of higher visitor arrivals
Retail sales for first four months of 2026 up 11.3 per cent from the same period last year
· Wynna Wong
Google owner Alphabet to sell $80bn in stock to fund AI spending spree
One of largest equity fundraisings ever includes $10bn share sale to US investment group Berkshire Hathaway
· Juliakollewe, Graemewearden
How foreign investors should view China’s ‘little giants’ scheme
The label has its uses but it proves nothing about commercial success, product quality, financial health or global competitiveness
· Jun Yan
How foreign investors should view China’s ‘little giants’ scheme
The label has its uses but it proves nothing about commercial success, product quality, financial health or global competitiveness
· Jun Yan
How a WeChat mini-program is helping China fine-tune drone regulation
New flight-clearance model is being promoted in Shanghai and Sichuan, but Beijing’s skies remain off-limits
· Carol Yang
How a WeChat mini-program is helping China fine-tune drone regulation
New flight-clearance model is being promoted in Shanghai and Sichuan, but Beijing’s skies remain off-limits
· Carol Yang
Chipmaker SK Hynix to double wafer capacity in 5 years to meet AI demand
SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won says massive price hikes are not healthy for the memory chip industry. (Photo by Cheng Ting-Fang)
· Staff Writer
EU trade lawmakers back compromise on deal with Trump
BRUSSELS — The European Parliament’s trade committee approved by a wide majority a compromise struck with EU governments and the Commission on legislation to implement a trade deal with the United States.
· Camille Gijs, Carlo Martuscelli
My Only Boy by Rosa Rankin-Gee review – a darkly funny near-future dystopia
A surprising romance is set against a backdrop of climate crisis, political instability and corporate corruption in this bleak but witty novel
· Sarah Moss
What Myles Garrett trade means for Puka Nacua’s Rams future
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· Ryan Anderson
Federal government paid $3.8m in personal protection for then CFMEU administrator
Senate committee also hears Murray Watt needed personal security after sending the union into administration
· Cait Kelly
Boston Consulting Group exec urges Japan to clarify purpose of investment
The Japanese government needs to clarify the purpose of its strategic investment that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is promoting, Reiko Akiike, co-chair of Boston Consulting Group Japan, said in a recent interview.
· No Author
Kospi rally is real, but Korea's rerating has only begun: Shinyoung strategist
Foreign investors remain net sellers, but domestic liquidity is increasingly driving Korea's market higher, veteran analyst says
· Choi Ji-won
Biotech takeover target Abivax sinks over 30% after bowel disease drug trial update
Shares of French biotech Abivax tumbled 32% after it reported fresh data on its lead asset, a drug for ulcerative colitis, that showed a potential cancer risk in patients.
· Elsa Ohlen
Seoul shares again end at record high on Samsung's performance
South Korean stocks closed at a fresh high of above the landmark 8,800-point level Tuesday as tech shares continued to advance on optimism over artificial intelligence, led by chip giant Samsung Electronics, offsetting a market-wide profit-taking mode. The local currency fell sharply against the US dollar.
· Yonhap
(2nd LD) Lee orders prompt action to stabilize prices, warns against market cornering
(ATTN: UPDATES with more background, remarks in paras 6-7, 16-18)
· Park Boram
Philippine President Marcos’ ratings hit record low as inflation bites
A net satisfaction rating of minus 15 marks the worst showing of Ferdinand Marcos Jnr’s presidency so far
· Jeoffrey Maitem
Philippine President Marcos’ ratings hit record low as inflation bites
A net satisfaction rating of minus 15 marks the worst showing of Ferdinand Marcos Jnr’s presidency so far
· Jeoffrey Maitem
Dalaroo unveils monster 4.3km gold anomaly in West Africa
Dalaroo Metals has lifted the profile of its Bondoukou gold project in Côte d’Ivoire, West Africa, after unearthing a massive 4.3km gold anomaly at its Gold Ridge prospect, with a peak soil result of 2188 parts per billion (ppb) gold from phase one geochemical sampling.
· Doug Bright
Seoul shares again end at record high on Samsung's performance
South Korean stocks closed at a fresh high of above the landmark 8,800-point level Tuesday as tech shares continued to advance on optimism over artificial intelligence, led by chip giant Samsung Electronics, offsetting a market-wide profit-taking mode. The local currency fell sharply against the US dollar.
· Yonhap
Seoul shares again end at record high on Samsung's performance
SEOUL, June 2 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks closed at a fresh high of above the landmark 8,800-point level Tuesday as tech shares continued to advance on optimism over artificial intelligence (AI), led by chip giant Samsung Electronics, offsetting a market-wide profit-taking mode. The local currency fell sharply a…
· Kim Eun-jung
A sleepless Korean won: Will 24-hour trading pay off?
Round-the-clock won-dollar trading aims to boost market access and strengthen MSCI ambitions, but volatility concerns linger
· Im Eun-byel
Mazda starts biodiesel trial with Nippon Express to decarbonize logistics
Mazda Motor and Nippon Express have launched a trial to use biodiesel fuel for truck-trailers that transport vehicles. (Source photos by Sae Kamae, Suzu Takahashi and Mazda Motor)
· Staff Writer
Zenith targets major growth across six-kilometre WA gold belt
Zenith Minerals has tightened the geological picture at its flagship Consolidated Dulcie gold project in WA’s Southern Cross-Forrestania gold belt.
· Murray Ward
European stocks poised to rebound ahead of key inflation update
LONDON — Futures data pointed to a positive open for European equities on Tuesday, as investors await key data on the economic impact of the U.S.-Iran war.
· Chloe Taylor
Minimax and Zhipu aim to further tap China's AI fever with dual listings
Chinese AI startups Zhipu and Minimax enjoyed successful Hong Kong IPOs. They are hoping to replicate that on the mainland with dual listings. (Source photos by Getty Images)
· Staff Writer
Second vice finance minister heads to Paris for OECD meeting
SEOUL, June 2 (Yonhap) -- Second Vice Finance Minister Huh Chang departed for Paris on Tuesday to attend a meeting of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the finance ministry said Tuesday.
· Kang Yoon-seung
A minimum wage increase delivers a maximum inflation risk
The Reserve Bank’s job to bring inflation was just made more difficult by the Fair Work Commission.
· Shane Wright
Korea, Africa seek deeper economic ties at business forum in Seoul
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
Hong Kong to relaunch direct flights to Kazakhstan’s Almaty in first quarter of 2027
Chief Executive John Lee says city will also discuss tax agreement with Kazakhstani authorities to facilitate business dealings
· Jeffie Lam
Hong Kong to relaunch direct flights to Kazakhstan’s Almaty in first quarter of 2027
Chief Executive John Lee says city will also discuss tax agreement with Kazakhstani authorities to facilitate business dealings
· Jeffie Lam
Ship operators urge clear rules to return Hormuz to normal before resuming business
ATHENS — Shipping executives meeting in Athens on Monday warned that a potential peace deal between the United States and Iran is only the first step toward normalcy. For vessels to resume regular business through the volatile Strait of Hormuz, global leaders must provide a clear framework and unambiguous rules of…
· Reuters
Doosan Robotics extends rally on Huang's Korea robotics push
Doosan Robotics shares jumped again Tuesday after Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang singled out robotics as a focus for the chipmaker's possible investment in South Korea.
· Moon Joon-hyun
India's Mahindra looking to EVs, pickups in global push: autos CEO
Mahindra & Mahindra's strong performance in the Indian auto market, despite stiff competition, is boosting its hopes of brisk sales abroad, said Rajesh Jejurikar, executive director and CEO of the auto and farm segments at M&M. (Mahindra & Mahindra)
· Staff Writer
Amazon's four-day Prime Day event starts June 23, as shoppers battle inflation
Amazon's annual Prime Day event is scheduled to last four days — June 23 through June 26 — for a second straight year.
· Annie Palmer
Classical Bridge turns theme of connection into a family affair
Founder Klara Min plots a culture-and-business platform, with an AI project planned for next year's Cannes edition
· Park Ga-young
Seoul shares sharply down late Tue. morning on profit-taking
South Korean stocks traded lower late Tuesday morning as investors rushed to cash out market heavyweights, bucking overnight gains on Wall Street.
· Yonhap