Saturday, December 6, 2025

China Is Buying Tons of North Korean Tungsten—And It’s Not Banned

North Korean tungsten is crucial in trade with China, raising concerns over sanctions due to its use in military applications.

Dog Meat on the Menu: North Korea Hosts Summer Cooking Competition

South Korea bans dog meat sales by 2027, while North Korea promotes it as a summer dish, highlighting contrasting attitudes.

Orderbook math: 61% of backlog in China vs 21% in Korea—can the U.S. alliance rebalance the seas?

South Korean shipbuilders secured 23% of global vessel orders, ranking second behind China, amid a significant decline in overall orders.

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Chinese & Indian Medical Invasion: Pharmaceutic Dependency on Risk of Essential Medicine Supply

Concerns rise over South Korea's API industry reliance on China and India, with self-sufficiency at a record low of 25.6% in 2023.

Kia Introduces Lego-Like Flexible Body System for Purpose-Built Vehicle Lineup

Kia announced the application of its next-generation 'Flexible Body System' for its first purpose-built vehicle, the 'PV5', set for release this year.

China Launches Mass Production of Humanoid Robots, Signaling New Tech Era

China's humanoid robot industry is set for mass production, with rising shipments and global interest, signaling rapid growth ahead.

China’s BYD Cuts Back Production, Fueling EV Market Jitters

BYD is slowing production and cutting shifts amid falling sales, impacting stock performance and prompting aggressive pricing strategies.

Apple Orders Help TSMC Max Out Its Newest Chips for the First Time in a Year

TSMC achieves 100% utilization of its 3nm process, driven by demand from Apple and predicts rapid ramp-up for its upcoming 2nm process.

From Spark to Soundtrack: DeepMind’s AI Sandbox Puts Music Creation on Fast-Forward

Google DeepMind's Music AI Sandbox upgrade introduces Lyria 2, enhancing real-time editing and accessibility for creators in various genres.

Tim Cook on Edge: Will Glass Fiber Shortage Delay the iPhone 17?

Apple CEO Tim Cook is uneasy over supply chain issues affecting iPhone 17 production due to a shortage of key materials.

Tech Relief: U.S. Backs Off Tariffs on Smartphones, Semiconductors

Trump exempts tariffs on 20 electronics, including smartphones, amid stock declines for tech giants like Apple, raising consumer concerns.

Thread Lifts in Your 20s? Why Gen Z Is Getting a Head Start on Aging

Interest in slow aging rises among young adults, leading to increased thread-lifting procedures for skin rejuvenation and elasticity.

Tesla Accelerates Battery Innovation With Dry Electrode Tech Promising 30% Cost Cut

Tesla plans to implement a dry battery electrode process this year, potentially reducing costs by 30%, but commercialization remains uncertain.

Tasman’s Off-Road Edge: Hyundai Wia’s 4WD System Conquers Deserts and Snow

Hyundai Wia launches a new 2-speed ATC for 4WD vehicles, enhancing performance across terrains with dynamic power distribution.

Next-Gen Battery Revolution? Samsung SDI’s 46-phi Hits the Market Early

Samsung SDI launches mass production of the 46-phi battery, enhancing energy capacity and reducing internal resistance for EV applications.

S-OIL’s Shaheen Project Hits 60% Milestone, Installs Record-Breaking Tower

S-OIL has installed the largest propylene separation tower in South Korea, marking progress in the Shaheen project, vital for petrochemical production.

Kia Hits a Major Milestone: 2 Million Cars Rolled Out from Mexico

Kia Mexico announced today that it has shipped its 2 millionth vehicle, achieving this milestone in just 8 years and 3 months.

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