Innovation

On February 2, 2026, the China International Import Expo (CIIE) released several episodes of 'CIIE Stories' videos, highlighting how international companies have achieved business breakthroughs through the platform. Representatives from firms in New Zealand, Nigeria, France, and Germany shared how the CIIE has helped them enter the Chinese market and drive innovation.

1. februar 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Renowned economist Lawrence Lau says China must shift from quantity to quality, focusing on 12-year schooling, more basic research, and Greater Bay Area integration. He notes that since the 1978 reforms, China is working smarter to boost total factor productivity and develop new quality productive forces.

UiX, led by Mike Flores, becomes the first Latin American company nominated for the UX Design Awards, organized by the International Design Center Berlin. This competition gathers over 400 products from 46 countries and highlights the evolution of user experience design in Mexico. The nominated project is an app for a major bank that optimizes debt collection using collective intelligence.

19. januar 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), established in 2006, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. The university has driven academic innovation to equip students for a rapidly changing world, incorporating artificial intelligence and its “syntegrative education” strategy. Leaders stress that an entrepreneurial mindset and global perspective are essential for future talent.

Black-colored plastic, widely used in packaging, poses significant hurdles for recycling due to sorting difficulties and potential toxicity. While innovations offer hope, most consumers still face limited options for proper disposal. Experts urge avoidance of such materials to reduce waste.

8. januar 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Colombia's compression fashion industry leads exports in Latin America and ranks second globally. The global market is projected to grow 8.09% by 2026, driven by technological innovations. Local firms like Entallarte are advancing comfort and functionality.