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2025.05.30

01:59

Meta and Anduril partner to develop AI military products

Meta Platforms is working with U.S. defense contractor Anduril Industries to develop new products for the U.S. military, including an AI-powered helmet with virtual and augmented reality capabilities. Anduril co-founder Palmer Luckey also co-founded Oculus VR and sold the company to Meta.

2025.05.29

18:17

Boston Scientific exits global heart valve business as regulatory challenges mount

US medical device company Boston Scientific announced its withdrawal from the heart valve business worldwide, citing increasing challenges in regulatory approvals in various countries. Boston Scientific's transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) heart valve ACURATE neo2 was approved in China last year. Industry insiders said that Boston Scientific's TAVR product failed to achieve the main goal of being non-inferior to other TAVR device products on the market. Boston Scientific said that the resources required to meet regulatory approval requirements prevented the company from further investment. With Boston Scientific's withdrawal from the market, the only major foreign companies competing in the TAVR market in China are Edwards Lifesciences and Medtronic; while domestic manufacturers occupy a larger market share.

11:41

Boston Scientific exits global heart valve business

Reporters learned that Boston Scientific has announced that it will stop selling its transcatheter aortic valve (TAVR) products worldwide because regulators in various countries have stricter requirements for new clinical trial data after the product is launched. Just last month, Boston Scientific's TAVR valve was launched in China.

2025.05.27

14:21

China's 6th generation new semiconductor display device production line is in full mass production

On the 26th, the 6th generation new semiconductor display device production line built by BOE Technology Group was put into full mass production in Beijing. This marks another breakthrough in China's high-end display field, injecting strong momentum into the development of the semiconductor display industry. As one of the most technologically advanced LCD production bases in the world, BOE's 6th generation new semiconductor display device production line has a total investment of 29 billion yuan, covers an area of 420,000 square meters, and has a designed monthly production capacity of 50,000 pieces. According to reports, the production line mainly focuses on the research and development and production of high-end products such as VR display panels, small and medium-sized high-value-added IT display panels, and automotive display panels. Many products have completed customer sample delivery and are advancing delivery.

2025.05.26

20:53

Wavelength Optoelectronics: The main decoration of the micro-nano optical laboratory and the introduction of some experimental equipment have been completed

When Wavelength Optoelectronics was recently interviewed by an institution, it stated that it has completed the main decoration of the micro-nano optical laboratory and the introduction of some experimental equipment, and has planned the research and development of sub-wavelength structural optical elements (such as superlenses and metasurface devices). The application scenarios include semiconductor optics, photovoltaics and new energy, AR/VR, infrared and other fields.

17:35

BOE's 6th generation new semiconductor display device production line enters full mass production

On May 26, BOE successfully held a mass production delivery event with the theme of "Screens to the Future, Intelligent Displays without Boundaries", opening a new chapter in the transition of the 6th generation of new semiconductor display device production lines from construction to operation, marking a leap forward in BOE's high-end display fields such as LTPO, LTPS, and Mini LED. At the delivery event, BOE demonstrated 2.24-inch 1500PPI and 2.24-inch 1700PPI VR display modules that are ready for mass production, 16-inch 240Hz gaming laptop screens (resolution 2560×1600, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut), and 14.6-inch narrow-frame high-end in-vehicle central control screens and other products, fully meeting the needs of the "metaverse", high-end consumer electronics, smart travel and other fields.

2025.05.19

14:06

VR glasses immerse in cave details + service platform upgrades the experience of visiting the new Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes

The world cultural heritage Mogao Grottoes ushered in the summer tourist peak season, with the number of booked tourists increasing significantly compared with the same period in 2024. The Dunhuang Research Institute launched the emergency visiting mode in advance and introduced a series of service measures to meet the tourists' visiting needs. In addition to the must-see routes of watching digital movies and visiting physical caves in the cave area, the Mogao Grottoes Scenic Area further enriches the cultural and tourism experience. In the "Searching for Dunhuang" digital exhibition hall, visitors can put on VR glasses and immerse themselves in Cave 285 of the Mogao Grottoes, exploring the details of the cave in 360 degrees. At the Dunhuang Grottoes Cultural Relics Protection Research and Exhibition Center, eight 1:1 replica caves can satisfy tourists who have not seen enough of the physical caves.

2025.05.17

12:33

Tianjin: Strengthening the research and development of core algorithm technology

The General Office of the Tianjin Municipal People's Government issued the "Tianjin Action Plan for Promoting the Innovation and Development of Artificial Intelligence (2025-2027)". It proposes to strengthen the research and development of core algorithm technologies. Promote cutting-edge basic theoretical research, support basic algorithm research such as natural language processing, machine vision, deep learning, perception algorithms, and large model training architectures, and strengthen the construction of domestic open source communities. Consolidate the advantages of brain-computer interaction technology, and promote the research and development and application of brain-computer interaction and human-computer integration technologies. Promote applied technology research, support the research and development and application of multimodal models, vertical models, and lightweight models, and encourage the secondary development of open source models. Support the research and development of scene application technologies such as human-computer collaboration, unmanned driving, vehicle-road collaboration, drone swarm intelligence, virtual reality (VR)/augmented reality (AR), and blockchain.

2025.05.14

17:17

Yunnan Energy Investment: Kunming Salt Mine plans to implement a 600,000 tons/year salt production energy-saving and carbon reduction technology transformation project with a total investment of 448 million yuan

Yunnan Energy Investment announced that the company's board of directors passed the "Proposal on the Implementation of the 600,000 tons/year Salt Production Energy Saving and Carbon Reduction Technology Transformation Project of Kunming Salt Mine of Yunnan Salt Industry Co., Ltd." at its fifth interim meeting in 2025. The project has a total investment of 448 million yuan and aims to achieve environmentally friendly, economical, green and sustainable development of salt production. The project adopts mechanical vapor recompression (MVR) technology and is expected to increase salt production capacity by more than 200,000 tons.

12:55

Agency: China's total investment in AR/VR will exceed US$10.5 billion in 2029

International Data Corporation (IDC) recently released the 2025 V1 version of the IDC "Global Augmented and Virtual Reality Spending Guide". IDC predicts that the total investment in global augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) will reach US$15.22 billion in 2024, and is expected to increase to US$39.7 billion in 2029, with a five-year compound growth rate (CAGR) of 21.1%. China will grow into one of the most important markets for AR/VR in the world. IDC forecast data shows that from 2024 to 2029, China's AR/VR market will maintain rapid growth at a CAGR of 41.1%, surpassing the United States and Western Europe and other eight regions in terms of growth, ranking first in the world. IDC predicts that China's total investment in AR/VR will exceed US$10.5 billion in 2029, accounting for 26.5% of the global total, and the market size is second only to the United States.

11:55

Agency: China's AR/VR market continues to expand, with a five-year compound growth rate of 41.1%

The International Data Corporation (IDC) report predicts that the total global investment in augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) will reach US$15.22 billion in 2024, and is expected to increase to US$39.70 billion in 2029, with a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.1%. IDC forecast data shows that China's AR/VR market will maintain rapid growth at a CAGR of 41.1% from 2024 to 2029, surpassing the United States and Western Europe and other eight regions in terms of growth, ranking first in the world. IDC predicts that China's total investment in AR/VR will exceed US$10.5 billion in 2029, accounting for 26.5% of the world, and the market size is second only to the United States.

2025.04.17

16:29

Ministry of Commerce: The number of buyers at this Canton Fair increased by 10% compared with the 135th Canton Fair

At the regular press conference of the Ministry of Commerce held today (17th), the spokesperson He Yongqian introduced that the 137th Canton Fair kicked off in Guangzhou on April 15. According to the latest data as of noon today, more than 110,000 overseas buyers from 216 countries and regions around the world have attended the fair, an increase of 10% over the same period of the 135th. According to reports, this year's Canton Fair has a stronger open background. The first phase focuses on the theme of advanced manufacturing, from industrial raw materials to finished products, from professional equipment to complete production lines. It is full of innovation and vitality. There are more than 5,100 enterprises with titles such as national high-tech, specialized and new small giants, and single champions in manufacturing. There are about 3,700 enterprises related to the new three digital technologies and intelligent manufacturing. He Yongqian, spokesperson of the Ministry of Commerce: Judging from the exhibits, many low-carbon new products in the field of commercial and industrial products have been unveiled. New consumer products such as service robots, VR equipment, zero-embedded refrigerators, and dual-drive compartment washing machines have attracted much attention. The hard-core strength of Made in China has attracted a large number of buyers to visit and negotiate.

2025.04.15

13:16

Luxshare Precision fell more than 5%, VRETF (159786) holds 10.21% of the stock

Luxshare Precision's decline widened to 5.12%. VRETF (159786) holds 10.21% of the stock. The current decline is 1.94%, with a turnover of 1.9145 million yuan.

07:24

A real look at Shenzhen Huaqiangbei: Behind the "calmness", speed defines cost-effectiveness

Under the impact of the US "reciprocal tariffs", as one of the world's largest electronic components distribution centers, how does Shenzhen Huaqiangbei, "China's No. 1 Electronic Street", respond? On the morning of April 14, the reporter saw backpackers, engineers, wholesalers, and foreign e-commerce companies in the Huaqiangbei business district. Some shop owners are shipping the latest folding screen mobile phones to foreign countries, some shop owners are introducing VR head display equipment to "foreigners", and some shop clerks are live broadcasting their own electronic home products on social platforms. Overall, although Huaqiangbei merchants have concerns, they are more "calm". Some merchants said that "the business has been shared to multiple export countries to avoid risks", and some merchants said that "they believe in the cost performance of their own brands". Behind the "calmness" is the agility, efficiency and innovation of "Made in China".

2025.04.12

18:32

The "exemption" list of US "reciprocal tariffs" includes consumer electronics

According to China Business News, the day after the United States announced "reciprocal tariffs" to the world, the Trump administration published a 22-page product exemption list on the White House official website, which included an exemption principle of "U.S. content ≥ 20%", that is, for goods originating from any country, if the "U.S. content" accounts for 20% or more of the total customs declaration value of the imported goods, no additional tariffs will be imposed on the "U.S. content", and only reciprocal tariffs will be imposed on the "non-U.S. content". It is understood that the scope of application of the "U.S. content ≥ 20%" exemption clause covers the electronic manufacturing industry chain such as consumer electronics (such as smartphones, AR/VR devices), communication equipment (optical modules, servers), and industrial automation equipment; under this clause, products with U.S. content accounting for more than 20% of the customs declaration price can be exempted from the additional tariffs imposed by the United States (such as 34%-46% tariffs on electronic products from China and Vietnam), and "reciprocal tariffs" only apply to the non-U.S. content of the product. So, what is the impact of the exemption threshold of "U.S. content ≥ 20%" on consumer electronics? According to the Securities Times, Canalys senior analyst Zhu Jiatao said: "Apple has applied for tariff exemptions in similar cases of tariff increases before, but the impact of this tariff policy on Apple's industrial chain still needs to wait for Apple's latest progress in applying for tariff exemptions."

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