Technology
Tencent helps Toyota fix security vulnerabilities in Lexus NX300
Intensifying cyberattacks put 'white hat' hackers in the spotlight
China tech
Electric cars in China
China plans homegrown supply chain for green cars by 2035
Developing into auto technology powerhouse envisioned amid US friction
China tech
Tokyo startup takes cue from China smartphone battery rental
Using imported business model, Inforich now has 21,000 machines in Japan
Opinion
Ant Group is its own GDP indicator for East versus West
World's biggest IPO, but the success of Jack Ma's empire is not a given
Opinion
TikTok deal puts Japan between a rock and a hard place
Exactly how China and US companies manage data remains murky as ever
US elections 2020
Silicon Valley backs Biden to mend Trump's US-China tech rift
Democratic candidate secures lion's share of Big Tech's campaign donations
Automobiles
Chinese cities race for subsidies in fuel cell gold rush
Authorities and automakers join hands to plan new industry hubs
Markets
Ant draws $2.8tn in bids from mom-and-pop investors in Shanghai
Hong Kong leg also appears headed for clawback to retail buyers
Markets
Segway owner's IPO success opens new path for Chinese listings
Ninebot shares gain as much as 163% in debut on STAR Market
Trade war
Taiwan's UMC to pay $60m fine to settle US trade secrets case
Chipmaker also agrees to cooperate in probe of former Chinese chip partner
Electric cars in China
China EV startup WM Motor issues recall after battery fires
Tencent-backed producer blames supplier and offers free replacements
The Big Story
US election: Trump's China policy is here to stay, no matter who wins
Allies see America as tougher, but weaker
China tech
China 'second-generation' internet entrepreneurs take helm
Jack Ma's retirement marks a new era for the country's innovators
Finance
Ant Group to close IPO to institutions early due to heavy orders
Subscriptions 'pouring in' from investors eager for piece of $34.5bn offering
Retail
Lawson tests next step of convenience store evolution in China
On-demand deliveries and mobile checkout part of bid for growth as Japan slows
Markets
ByteDance weighs listing Chinese unit Douyin
Owner of TikTok involved in talks with investment banks, sources say
China tech
'Ace pilots' in China lead expansion of agricultural drones
Capable operators fill gaps between functions and needs as industry flies high
Technology
Outsourced smartphone development soars with Samsung's shift
Externally designed devices occupy one-third of market in boon for China contractors
Huawei crackdown
Huawei's Q3 growth slows as 'intense' US pressure hits supplies
China tech titan seeking alternative sources for key smartphone components
Technology
China's new law restricts transfer of personal data abroad
Measure would open door to retaliation for Washington's targeting of TikTok and WeChat
Automobiles
Tesla rides high on cost savings from China's Gigafactory
Global electric vehicle leader on track to generate profit from carmaking
Huawei crackdown
Huawei vs Apple: 5G phones go head-to-head as US sanctions bite
Powerful new Mate 40 series faces iPhone challenge and dwindling chips supplies
China tech
Semiconductor tech trends favor China
With miniaturization at a wall, upstarts gain edge in race for faster chips
Retail
Alibaba extends Singles Day into services to fend off rivals
Luxury brands and imported goods also added to flagship annual sale
Companies
Jack Ma sees new competition for title of China's wealthiest
Twin IPO successes push Zhong Shanshan to No. 3 spot on Hurun rich list