Shanghai’s police chief has been placed under investigation by anti-corruption investigators amid a major purge targeting corruption and political disloyalty in China’s massive security apparatus. ( read original story ...)
Chinese premier stresses use of new fiscal funds, financial support for real economy
Tourists admire the skyline view of Lujiazui area at the Bund in Shanghai, east China, Jan. 6, 2020. (Xinhua/Wang Xiang) BEIJING, Aug. 17 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Keqiang on Monday stressed ... ( read original story ...)
Shanghai Disney Resort to increase capacity, update reservation system
Next week will be especially magical at Shanghai Disney Resort, as the Chinese theme park increases daily guest capacity and debuts a simplified reservation system for greater flexibility. Shanghai ... ( read original story ...)
Hilton Introduces AI Customer Service Chatbot as Part of New Move in Digital Strategy
Hilton today announced the result of a month-long competition for the design of its new AI chatbot cartoon character – part of a bid to give "life" to its newly launched AI customer service chatbot ... ( read original story ...)
AutoX corners Shanghai self-driving taxi market
A company that seemingly came out of nowhere in 2018 and has been leading the pack in self-driving services ever since is about to corner its home market, the globally strategic city of Shanghai. ( read original story ...)
AutoX launches its RoboTaxi service in Shanghai, competing with Didi’s pilot program
Autonomous vehicle startup AutoX announced the public launch of of its self-driving taxi service in Shanghai today. Called simply RoboTaxi, AutoX’s offering already faces competition from Didi, ... ( read original story ...)
Shanghai Pride shuts down amid shrinking space for China’s LGBTQ community
Shanghai Pride, China's longest-running and only major annual celebration of sexual minorities, abruptly announced its effective shutdown on Thursday, in the latest sign of the authorities' increasing ... ( read original story ...)