The latest campaign is a step up. But although the AI systems co-opted by GTG-1002 were largely autonomous, they were not flawless in their execution. The hacking group had to contend with Claude overstating its abilities, fabricating data and occasionally claiming credit for stealing information it had actually found on the public internet.

Within days of China urging its citizens not to travel to Japan due to a diplomatic dispute, Tokyo-based tour operator East Japan International Travel Service had lost 80% of its bookings for the remainder of the year.

Chinese police formally arrest 18 underground church leaders, clearing way for potential prosecution and prison terms.

Xi’s priority is political stability with him and the ruling Communist Party entrenched at the center of power.

Lithium prices in China climbed for a third day on demand optimism, although the sharp move higher has raised concerns about the sustainability of the rally.

China is replacing its diesel trucks with electric models faster than expected, potentially reshaping global fuel demand and the future of heavy transport. In 2020, nearly all new trucks in China ran on diesel.

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China has intensified its economic pressure on Japan, with state-owned enterprises banning employees from travelling to its Asian neighbour, tour groups and a flagship forum being cancelled and Japanese film releases suspended.