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The 2025 China International Digital Entertainment Congress (CDEC) summit, held alongside ChinaJoy in Shanghai, focused on “Gathering New Quality Productivity and Catalyzing Global Resonance.” Speakers emphasized the importance of sustained technological innovation and leveraging gaming’s role in AI development. Tencent highlighted its long-term R&D investments and the impact of AI on gaming, from production to user experience. The Congress also explored how gaming technology can promote “Tech for Good” initiatives across various sectors.

At the China Digital Entertainment Congress (CDEC) in Shanghai, Huawei highlighted HarmonyOS 5 and its impact on the gaming industry. HarmonyOS now powers over 10 million devices, with over 6,500 HarmonyOS games available. Fueled by technological advancements and content integration, China’s game market is booming, generating significant revenue both domestically and overseas. HarmonyOS’s architecture, performance, and openness are promoting high-quality game development. Huawei is empowering developers with AI, interconnectivity, and optimized performance via the Ark Engine, also expanding globally and supporting mini-games, with 8 million registered developers.

ChinaJoy 2025 featured Huawei’s Gaming Center, highlighting over 50 HarmonyOS games, including popular titles like “Honor of Kings” and “NBA 2K Showdown.” The 1,000㎡ HarmonyOS gaming zone showcased advancements like a 21% responsiveness improvement in optimized games and innovative “Tap-to-Play” multiplayer features, enabling quick file sharing and offline gaming. Demonstrations included car console gaming and AI-powered game assistants, emphasizing speed, intelligence, and cross-device integration within the HarmonyOS ecosystem.

During an interview, Li Auto CEO Li Xiang shared personal reflections, emphasizing the significant influence of the late Mao Kankan on his life, including introducing him to his wife and gaming friends. Li also discussed his views on parenting, advocating for valuing children’s individuality and supporting their choices, even unconventional ones. He further expressed appreciation for his wife’s dedication to their family. The interview also revealed Li’s entrepreneurial past and ongoing friendships through gaming. The article notes Mao Kankan’s earlier prominence and tragic passing.

Tencent is facing a lawsuit in China over the matching algorithm in “Honor of Kings.” A player alleges the algorithm manipulates matches to force a 50% win rate and is suing for disclosure of the algorithm’s mechanics. The plaintiff cites consumer rights to information. Tencent claims the algorithm is a trade secret. This is reportedly China’s first case concerning gaming algorithms. The lawyer aims to raise awareness about algorithmic fairness in the industry.

The trend of transparency is back in consumer electronics, driven by a desire for “performance you can see.” However, achieving both aesthetics and reliability presents challenges, especially concerning flame retardancy and material performance. Covestro addresses this with its Makrolon® high-performance transparent flame-retardant polycarbonate solutions, offering various products like Ambiance Master, Insight Eye, and Hardcore Guardian. These innovations aim to enhance gaming experiences, reveal internal workings, and provide robust protection for devices, exploring design possibilities with colorful, clear, and classic black transparency options.

Butler National Corporation reported record earnings of $0.19 per share and a 27% year-over-year surge in operating income to $16.8 million for fiscal year 2025. The company saw strong performance in its Aerospace Products segment, with revenue up 15%, driven by new aircraft modifications and increased deliveries. The Professional Services segment remained stable. Butler National also announced strategic investments in new product development and expansion of fabrication capabilities.

The popular modding site Nexus Mods (N网) has been acquired by a new owner, Chosen, marking a significant change for the platform. Founded in 2001, N网 has become a hub for game modifications. The acquisition raises concerns about the site’s future, given the new owners’ affiliations with commercial ventures and the financial pressures the site faced under its original founder.

At the Huawei Developer Conference 2025, the gaming sub-forum examined how HarmonyOS is transforming the game industry. HarmonyOS’s “one-time development, multi-platform deployment” capability enables seamless user reach. Huawei Game Center supports developers with all-scenario applications, mini-games, and international expansion, fostering innovation and driving user growth. New features enhance gameplay, user engagement, and developer support, creating a thriving ecosystem.

ZOTAC, the gaming hardware manufacturer, is releasing “F5 Esports Eau de Parfum,” a fragrance developed with caffeine, taurine, and other secret ingredients. Marketed to enhance gamers’ focus and reactions, the scent features sea breeze, cypress, mint, and white musk. Following industry trends, this unique product joins the ranks of other PC hardware firms, such as ASUS and Yeston, venturing into aromatic accessories.