Shanghai

Shanghai delivery drivers are protesting a mandatory shuttle system at the Renheng Park Century complex, which adds time and reduces earnings. Drivers must board a shuttle, deliver in order with security, while others wait. Some drivers refuse deliveries there. The property management justifies the policy, citing high rider flow compared to couriers, but Meituan is working to balance resident experience and rider rights in this luxury development.

A woman, Ms. Zhang, and her friend were stopped from taking photos in the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai lobby while wearing Lolita dresses. A manager allegedly deemed their attire “inappropriate” and asked them to leave, citing “discrimination.” Ms. Zhang, who found others wearing similar outfits photographed at the hotel, requested written dress code regulations, which were not provided. She is now seeking a public apology from the luxury hotel, which lacks a clearly defined dress code on its website.

Pony.ai has secured a permit for fully driverless commercial Robotaxi services in Shanghai’s Pudong New Area, making it the only company with such permits in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen. The initial rollout will focus on the Jinqiao and Huamu business districts, located near Shanghai’s financial center. The operating zone in Pudong spans nearly 1,400 square kilometers with over 5 million residents. This demonstrates increasing regulatory trust and represents a major milestone for the company.

Shanghai authorities arrested a 41-year-old man after an adult novelty item was found hidden in a shared bicycle seat. The incident began when a rider discovered the item, which later vibrated after removal. Police investigation revealed the suspect, visiting Shanghai, placed the item for “psychological stimulation.” The case remains under review.

NVIDIA denies plans to establish a chip design center or modify GPU blueprints in China for export compliance, asserting strict adherence to U.S. regulations. While exploring expanded corporate offices in Shanghai, the company maintains technical firewalls, balancing its 10% China-derived revenue amid tightened U.S.-China tech trade restrictions post-2023 export controls.