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China using spyware in cellphones for espionage

New counter-espionage is making companies nervous

The CP leadership is massively expanding its anti-espionage law. The amendment is intended to protect not only state secrets but also vaguely defined "national interests". Companies in China fear arbitrary enforcement.

By Redaktion Table

Mikko-Huotari

'I caution against China's peace initiative'

For the first time since the beginning of the Ukraine war, China's President has spoken with his Ukrainian counterpart on the phone. Will Beijing now become the great peace broker? Mikko Huotari urges to take Beijing's efforts seriously. In conversation with Michael Radunski, however, the Merics Director warns of the side effects of the Chinese initiative.

By Michael Radunski

SHANGHAI, CHINA - APRIL 19: People visit the booth of Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited CATL during the 20th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition at the National Exhibition and Convention Center Shanghai on April 19, 2023 in Shanghai, China. PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxHUNxONLY Copyright: xChinaxNewsxServicex 111432706715

CATL achieves breakthrough in battery technology

With the innovative sodium-ion battery in large-scale production, the Chinese battery manufacturer CATL could decisively advance electric mobility in the small and compact segment. The batteries are cheaper, lighter and less susceptible to cold. Even electric aircraft are now within the realm of possibility.

By Christian Domke Seidel