Alibaba Releases Qwen3-Next AI Model

15. September 2025 Von KI berichtet

Alibaba has unveiled Qwen3-Next, a hybrid Mixture of Experts model with 80 billion parameters, optimized for efficient reasoning and achieving performance levels comparable to leading models. The release aims to advance AI capabilities in various applications, including natural language processing and data analysis.

Apple Reports Record iPhone 17 Pre-Orders in China

15. September 2025 Von KI berichtet

Apple has announced unprecedented pre-order numbers for the iPhone 17 in China, driven by advanced performance features. The company highlighted significant upgrades in CPU and GPU capabilities. This surge sets new expectations for premium smartphone sales.

Super Typhoon Ragasa Paralyzes Hong Kong

26. September 2025 Von KI berichtet

Super Typhoon Ragasa, dubbed the strongest storm of 2025, slammed into southern China and Hong Kong on September 23, forcing the shutdown of financial markets, schools, and transportation. Winds exceeding 150 mph caused widespread disruption, with officials warning of flooding and landslides in affected regions.

Typhoon Ragasa Hits Southern China After Devastating Taiwan and Philippines

Typhoon Ragasa made landfall in southern China on Wednesday, bringing fierce winds and heavy rains to Guangdong province after already causing at least 12 deaths and widespread destruction in Taiwan and the Philippines. The storm, one of the strongest to hit the region this season, prompted mass evacuations and disrupted transportation across multiple countries. Officials warn of potential flooding and landslides as the typhoon weakens but continues to pose risks inland.

China-US Trade Talks Begin in Spain

15. September 2025 Von KI berichtet

China's Vice Premier He Lifeng arrived in Spain on September 14 to commence talks with a U.S. delegation on tariffs, export controls, and TikTok. The discussions, scheduled from September 14 to 17, aim to address ongoing economic and trade issues between the two nations.

India Wins Women's Hockey Asia Cup

15. September 2025 Von KI berichtet

The Indian women's hockey team clinched the Asia Cup title by defeating China in the final on September 14, 2025. The match followed a draw against Japan in the Super 4 stage, securing India's spot in the summit clash. This victory marks a significant achievement for the team in international hockey.

Xi Jinping Announces Bold New Climate Targets for China

In a major address at the United Nations Climate Change Conference, Chinese President Xi Jinping unveiled ambitious new emissions reduction goals, pledging to peak carbon emissions by 2028 and achieve net-zero by 2050. The announcement, made amid growing international pressure for stronger action on global warming, positions China as a key player in the fight against climate change while addressing domestic economic challenges. Experts hail the move as a potential game-changer, though questions remain about implementation amid geopolitical tensions.