Zhoushan unveils 64 tech projects worth RMB 408B to boost growth in 2026
Announced recently by the Zhejiang Development and Reform Commission, Zhoushan’s 64 projects will receive a combined 53.02 billion yuan in planned investments for 2026.
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Taizhou rolls out ‘province-first’ policy package to back AI-powered solo founders
The initiative is reportedly the first dedicated policy package for AI-assisted OPC development issued by a market regulator in Zhejiang province.
Qwen adds ride-hailing, turning AI into a new gateway for everyday services
The ability to recognize and process such cultural references represents a major leap forward in natural language understanding for AI assistants.
Wenzhou expands tech investment push with RMB 950M fund cluster
The city’s state-run science and technology innovation fund has partnered with five domestic investment managers to establish five sub-funds with a combined scale of 950 million yuan ($137 million).
AI traffic robots direct runners and cars at Hangzhou half marathon
This is not a scene from a sci-fi movie; it marks the first time AI-enabled robotic traffic officers were deployed at scale during a major marathon event in China.
Unitree files for IPO on Shanghai’s STAR Market, aims to raise $610M
Unitree’s IPO bid follows the success of Shenzhen-based UBTech, which was the first humanoid robotics company to list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in late 2023.
Xiaomi founder praises early bet on Unitree at spring product launch
Unitree’s early years coincided with a difficult fundraising environment for bionic robotics. Shunwei was one of the first prominent VCs to back the startup.
Imaging pioneer Diagens starts HK share sale to tap medical AI market
Founded in 2016, Diagens develops a mix of medical imaging software, devices and related services designed to enhance diagnostic efficiency and clinical quality.
Robot hand startup Xynova snags pre-Series A funding amid embodied AI race
A proprietary new manufacturing facility is entering ramp-up production, with annual capacity expected to exceed 10,000 dexterous hands and 200,000 miniature actuators by year-end.
Nowwa Coffee breaks ground on automated roastery in Ningbo
This investment comes as Nowwa Coffee pursues its aggressive expansion strategy, aiming to open more than 10,000 stores in the coming years.