Chinese humanoid robot turns on the charm in Shanghai

Shanghai (AFP) - "Jia Jia" can hold a simple conversation ... Jia Jia was first trotted out last year by a team of engineers at the University of Science and Technology of China. Team leader Chen Xiaoping sounded like a proud father as he and his prototype ... ( read original story ...)

Shanghai Composite Index Hits 1-Month High

The Shenzhen Composite Index also gained 0.3 percent today, though the ChiNext Index, heavy in technology shares, slipped 0.2 percent to close at 1,961.62. Harbin Dongan Auto Engine Co. was up 10.13 percent today, leading the Shanghai Stock Exchange ... ( read original story ...)

Will free wifi trial on Sydney buses put your privacy at risk?

The New South Wales Greens are concerned a deal between the State Government and a private advertising company to provide free wifi on Sydney's public buses may put commuter privacy at risk. Under the new trial 50 Sydney buses will be fitted with free wifi ... ( read original story ...)

China-led consortium wins 40% stake in Pakistan bourse

NEW DELHI/SHANGHAI -- A consortium led by Chinese stock exchanges has obtained approval to buy a 40% stake in the Pakistan Stock Exchange, or PSX, The Nikkei has confirmed with Haroon Askari, the bourse's deputy managing director. The deal marks the first ... ( read original story ...)