Tobias

Tech influencer Wang Ziru, known for product reviews, is re-entering the AI field after leaving Gree. His departure, described as “the worst time of his life,” stemmed from challenges despite a focus on industrial internet and sales infrastructure overhaul. Wang prioritized vision over compensation and previously integrated within Gree with close proximity to Chairwoman Dong Mingzhu.

IDC’s 2025 report ranked Baidu’s Ernie LLM as the leading model in China, achieving top scores in seven out of eight evaluation dimensions. Competing against LLMs from OpenAI, Alibaba, and others, Ernie outperformed in areas like functionality, usability, and ecosystem integration. The report highlighted Ernie’s advanced capabilities, including multi-turn dialogue, image understanding, and translation. Baidu’s strategic positioning across the tech stack and its PaddlePaddle platform contribute to Ernie’s comprehensive product matrix and strong ecosystem, positioning it to drive AI-driven solutions across multiple industries.

Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s relationship has fractured, moving from support to open animosity. This public split, seemingly triggered by policy disagreements like the “Big and Beautiful” bill which Musk opposes, has led Musk to call for Trump’s impeachment. The fallout has negatively impacted Tesla, with its stock experiencing a significant decline. The shift marks a dramatic departure from their previous alignment, creating uncertainty for the business and political landscape.

Economist Lang Xianping criticized Meng Yutong’s departure from Gree Electric, viewing it as a wasted opportunity. He argued Meng’s success was due to her association with Dong Mingzhu and that leaving her mentor was short-sighted. Lang believes Meng undervalued Dong’s influence and the potential benefits, like introductions or advantageous alliances, it provided. A subsequent livestream featuring both women, however, hinted at a reconciliation, boosting Gree’s viewership and sales.

China’s national football team was eliminated from contention for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 1-0 away loss to Indonesia. This defeat, part of a disappointing qualifying campaign marked by multiple losses and a slide into FIFA ranking’s lowest position in nine years, has ended China’s World Cup aspirations. The loss, their first to Indonesia in a competitive match in 68 years, has sparked widespread criticism and fan outrage.

Fashion reflects ideology: haute couture mirrors class, while the t-shirt embodies democracy. The “Made in USA” movement struggles against globalization and cost considerations. While American Trench aims to create authentic, accessible American-made apparel, its success lies in affordable socks, not expensive blazers. The core of American fashion, however, may be fusion, the eclectic mix of styles and openness, which is now at risk in homogenized market.

China’s national football team suffered a crushing 1-0 defeat to Indonesia in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, eliminating them from contention. The loss, compounded by injuries and suspensions, marks a historic low – their first competitive loss to Indonesia in nearly 40 years. With a poor qualifying record and negative goal difference, China’s World Cup hopes are dashed, highlighting the need for significant strategic changes.

China’s national football team faces a critical World Cup qualifier against Indonesia. Trailing 1-0 at halftime due to a penalty and no shots on target, China must win to stay in the competition. A loss would eliminate them. They also need to defeat Bahrain to reach the playoffs. The match is available for free live broadcast.

China is experiencing temporary suspensions of home appliance trade-in subsidy programs across several regions, including Chongqing and Hubei. The first phase of Chongqing’s subsidies has been exhausted, awaiting the second phase’s policy details, expected in early June. Consumers are facing temporary restrictions on subsidy applications on major e-commerce sites. The pause, potentially impacting offline consumption, highlights an opportunity to re-evaluate digital strategies within the subsidy framework, potentially re-launching before the June 18th shopping festivals.

Taobao Vision, Alibaba’s spatial shopping app, is set for offline expansion, aiming to merge online and physical retail. A concept store, piloting at headquarters, features virtual test drives and smart home scenarios, utilizing 3D AI avatars as virtual assistants. The app, which won an Apple Design Award for its immersive 3D product models, offers millions of 3D items and partnerships with major brands, including an upcoming collaboration with an outdoor brand to create a first-of-its-kind virtual assistant experience.