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President Trump has extended the potential deadline for a U.S. ban on TikTok to September 17, 2025, marking the third such extension. This follows a 2024 law mandating ByteDance divest TikTok or face a ban. ByteDance has stated it will not sell the app. Despite the ongoing legal uncertainties, TikTok’s global user base continues to grow, exceeding one billion monthly active users outside of China.

Former executive Li Guoqing is set to remarry Zhang Danhong, a fellow Peking University alumna, on August 16, 2025. The announcement, accompanied by poetic wedding invitations and social media posts, follows his 2023 divorce after a lengthy legal battle. Li, now focused on AI applications, views this as a fresh start.

Viral videos of individuals in Meituan delivery uniforms depicting hardship have sparked controversy. Meituan refuted claims of fabricated scenarios, including a rider crying at 5 a.m. The videos, posted by accounts later found to be unregistered or recently registered, leverage emotionally charged themes for potential financial gain. Meituan is investigating and may pursue legal action, maintaining a zero-tolerance policy against defamation of delivery riders.

An EU court advisor backed a €4.12 billion fine against Google for abusing its Android market dominance, stemming from unfair practices with its search engine and pre-installation agreements. The advisor dismissed Google’s appeal, arguing its behavior unfairly benefited it. This recommendation carries significant weight. Google expressed disappointment, citing potential negative impacts on investment and users if the court adopts the recommendation. The final ruling is expected soon.

At MWC Shanghai 2025, Lenovo showcased its “Tianxi” personal AI assistant, a key step toward AI-powered devices. Tianxi uses multi-modal inputs to understand user environments and provides proactive collaboration. Lenovo emphasized data security with its trusted computing platform, featuring dual encryption. Key features include AI control, search, translation, and note-taking, enhancing user experience on various AI devices. Lenovo’s strategy targets a connected future through accessible AI innovation, emphasizing collaborative partnerships.

Xiaomi’s SU7 Ultra features a premium carbon fiber hood, showcasing meticulous engineering and quality. Crafted with aviation-grade materials and a complex layering process, the hood enhances aerodynamics and withstands high speeds. The dual-channel hood upgrade, priced at approximately $5,800 USD, includes performance gains combined with weight reduction. This demonstrates Xiaomi’s capability to compete in the premium EV market.

Zhou Jingming, formerly known as “Zhuque Xuanwu Chiling,” has changed his name, seeking a more conventional identity and a simpler life. The shift reflects a desire to fit in and stems from practical difficulties associated with his previous, complex moniker. He chose “Zhou” to honor his mother and “Jingming” from the idiom “chun he jingming,” hoping for tranquility.

Zhaoxin, a key player in China’s silicon arena, and Kylin Software, a leading operating system provider, have formed a strategic alliance. This collaboration aims to optimize computing infrastructure through full-stack integration, improving performance, and bolstering AI application support. Zhaoxin’s CPUs are now fully compatible with Kylin, which are set to be deployed in numerous Zhaoxin-based systems. Zhaoxin’s IPO on the STAR Market is poised to raise significant funds for further development.

The “Global Unicorn Enterprise Development Report 2025” reveals a booming unicorn market in 2024, with 1,212 companies globally, valued over $3.6 trillion. TikTok leads as the highest-valued unicorn. China ranks second with 372 unicorns, totaling $1.225 trillion in valuation. The report highlights industry trends, emphasizing FinTech and AI, and analyzes founder backgrounds, with masters degrees being the most common.

CNBC AI News reports on a discussion between Geely Chairman Li Shufu and Unitree Robotics founder Wang Xingxing about AI-era talent cultivation. The dialogue, their first public meeting, centered on defining and achieving personal success. Wang emphasized self-discovery and pursuing passions, while Li stressed the importance of direction and contributing to the world. Both leaders offered insights on pathways to fulfillment and legacy in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.