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A Douyin user, Wang Moumou, created a fake missing-child post using AI, generating widespread concern. The fabricated video detailed a fictional abduction, complete with a pilfered image of a child. Investigations revealed the hoax, leading to Wang’s arrest. He confessed to using AI to gain online followers. The incident highlights the dangers of AI-generated misinformation and the ethical implications of exploiting social media algorithms for personal gain, prompting calls for increased media literacy and responsible online behavior.

Martial arts star Jet Li recently shared a photo from a hospital bed, describing it as “another trial of impermanence.” The 62-year-old actor, known for films like “Hero” and “Lethal Weapon 4,” previously reassured fans about his health, citing a “hardware issue” requiring repairs. Li, who has addressed past death rumors with a philosophical view on social media traffic, has openly discussed his hyperthyroidism. His influential filmography includes classics such as “Shaolin Temple” and “Once Upon a Time in China.”

A recent report indicates a decline in the popularity and sales of mechanical parking systems in China since 2020. Developers are losing interest due to user-unfriendly designs, difficulty parking modern wider vehicles, and lack of maintenance leading to damaged or unsafe systems. While policies mandate parking spaces, they don’t require mechanical systems, which are often used by developers solely for compliance. The industry is urged to improve R&D and competitiveness, as user satisfaction with fully automated systems highlights mechanical parking’s potential with better execution.

Dangdang founder Li Guoqing married Zhang Danhong, a Peking University alumna, on August 16th, 2025. The wedding was attended by prominent figures like Charles Zhang and Michael Yu Minhong. Cui Yongyuan gifted the couple a calligraphy piece. This follows Li’s finalized divorce from Yu Yu in June. Li denied rumors of selling wedding tickets, encouraging donations to rural education instead. He described the wedding as a “retake” on love, with only close family and friends invited.

Ele.me is rebranding its delivery personnel as “City Knights,” investing in enhanced benefits, incentives, welfare, and career development. This includes redesigned uniforms and recognition programs, aiming to professionalize the rider role. The move coincides with significant growth for both Ele.me and Taobao Flash Sales, with a 3.5-fold increase in active riders and a 40% surge in average rider income. Numerous brands across various sectors are leveraging Taobao Flash Sales, leading to substantial transaction volume increases. The “City Knight” initiative seeks to solidify Ele.me’s market position and address worker rights concerns.

Tech figure Luo Yonghao claimed Dong Yuhui’s “With Hui Tong Xing” venture generates a yearly income of 2-3 billion yuan and that Dong needed a loan for housing before leaving New Oriental. “With Hui Tong Xing” denied the claims. New Oriental’s stock surged after Dong’s initial success but plummeted after his official departure in July 2024, erasing HK$3 billion in value, amid concerns about New Oriental’s future without his influence. Dong himself has refuted earlier reports placing his annual income near 2.85 billion yuan, calling them rumours.

Laifen’s CEO, Ye Hongxin, publicly criticized a former employee, Pan Jian, on Weibo, alleging biased reviews and unethical conduct. The dispute arose after a tech blogger’s review questioned Laifen’s shaver performance. Ye accused Pan of colluding with internal employees for inflated content collaboration fees and hindering investment. The online discussion also highlights concerns about transparency within China’s influencer marketing and the reliability of third-party product reviews.

Cambricon, a Chinese AI chip company, has received approval from the Shanghai Stock Exchange for a RMB 4 billion private placement. The funds will be used for AI chip and software platform development, particularly for large-scale AI models, and to supplement working capital. Cambricon’s Q1 2025 revenue surged by 4230.22% year-on-year, with net profit also significantly increasing. The company focuses on cloud, edge products, and IP licensing, aiming to build a comprehensive AI ecosystem.

A Morgan Stanley report reveals high profitability in AI inference, with average profit margins exceeding 50% for “AI inference factories.” NVIDIA’s GB200 NVL72 leads with a near 78% profit margin, followed by Google’s TPU v6e pod (74.9%) and AWS’s Trn2 UltraServer (62.5%). Huawei’s Ascend CloudMatrix 384 achieves 47.9%. AMD’s MI300X and MI355X, however, show significant negative profit margins due to insufficient token generation efficiency.

China honored Luan Enjie, the first chief commander of its Lunar Exploration Program, with the “Touching China 2024” award. Luan, instrumental in the Chang’e missions, expressed his dedication to further space exploration, stating the “Chinese people’s footsteps will extend further.” The Lunar Exploration Program is China’s third major space endeavor. His contributions, including the naming of asteroid “Luan Enjie Star,” are a testament to China’s advancements. Despite personal sacrifices, Luan affirms his commitment to the space industry, highlighting China’s ambition in space exploration.