Charissa Echavez : Chinatopix

Home > Charissa Echavez

Charissa Echavez

China is considering implementing controversial Internet censorship law.

China is Considering Controversial Internet On-Off Switch

Jun 30, 2016 06:03 AM EDT

China is reportedly considering a very controversial cybersecurity law by which authorities are given power to shut down the internet and block online communications in case "emerging social security events" take place.

Uber introduces UberBoat and UberBalloon in China.

Uber Offers Boat, Hot Air Balloon Rides in China

Charissa Echavez |

Jun 30, 2016 02:40 AM EDT

Because of tough competition, Uber has added some extra services to its Chinese customers, by hailing them not only a car but also a boat and even a hot air balloon.

Adidas Teams Up with China's Dalian Wanda Group

Charissa Echavez |

Jun 29, 2016 10:43 AM EDT

Adidas AG struck a deal with Dalian Wanda Group co. on Tuesday to develop China's soccer and basketball, sponsor two of Wanda's Ironman triathlon events, and open outlets in Wanda's malls.

China's Xiaomi Breaks Into Tablet Market

Xiaomi will IPO in 2025: CEO

Charissa Echavez |

Jun 29, 2016 10:30 AM EDT

One of China's leading smartphone makers Xiaomi might consider an initial public offering (IPO) in 2025, Lei Jun, the company's founder and chief executive, said on Tuesday. The announcement comes as the company attempts to establish more physical retail stores and new lineups.

Chinese netizens are making money out of Taylor Swift's new found romance in actor Tom Hiddleston by betting how their relationship is going to end.

Chinese Netizens Place Bets on Taylor Swift, Tom Hiddleston Relationship

Charissa Echavez |

Jun 29, 2016 10:22 AM EDT

Is Taylor Swift's unconfirmed new romance with actor Tom Hiddleston going to last forever or go down in flames? Chinese fans can now place their bets on how they think their idol's new found love is going to end on Taobao.

Sale process of KFC operator Yum! Brands Inc. has been delayed.

Yum! Brands Inc.'s Potential Bidders Fail to Submit Offers On Time

Charissa Echavez |

Jun 29, 2016 09:02 AM EDT

The sale process of KFC and Pizza Hut's operator Yum! Brands Inc. has been delayed, as potential bidders failed to submit their offers by the deadline, sources familiar with the matter revealed.

China Issues New Stringent Guidelines for Mobile App Developers

Charissa Echavez |

Jun 29, 2016 02:15 AM EDT

China tightened its belt on mobile app developers in an attempt to monitor and crack down fraud, pornography, and spread of "malicious" rumors over mobile platforms, the Cyberspace Administration of China announced.

China's Tsingtao released 'World of Warcraft'-themed beers.

Grab an Ice-Cold 'World of Warcraft' Beer in China Now

Charissa Echavez |

Jun 29, 2016 02:12 AM EDT

Warcraft's popularity continues to soar as the fantasy video game now has its own beer released by Chinese brewery Tsingtao in special edition cans.

Hong Kong officials showcasing the 95-kg of cocaine confiscated.

UN: China Produces New Synthetic Drugs Faster than can be Controlled

Charissa Echavez |

Jun 29, 2016 01:57 AM EDT

United Nations is calling China's attention to its production of new kinds of synthetic drugs, which are allegedly proliferating way faster than can be controlled, Al Jazeera reported.

China's first locally-made airplane carries passengers from Chengdu to Shanghai.

China-Made Aircraft Completes First Commercial Flight

Charissa Echavez |

Jun 28, 2016 09:59 PM EDT

China's locally-made regional jet made its maiden commercial flight on Tuesday (June 28), taking 70 passengers from Chengdu to Shanghai, the operator Chengdu Airlines announced.

Tesla Debuts Its New Crossover SUV Model, Tesla X

Tesla to Introduce Its Model X 75D in China Next Month

Charissa Echavez |

Jun 28, 2016 09:18 PM EDT

Tesla will be bringing its Model X 75D to China this coming July 2, according to local news outlet, making it the latest base model of the Chinese Model X lineup that includes 90D and P90D.

China plans to make HIV self-test kits more accessible.

China Plans to Make HIV Self-Tests Kits Readily Accessible

Charissa Echavez |

Jun 28, 2016 05:37 PM EDT

China's Center for AIDS/STD Control and Prevention (NCAids), a national-level professional agency engaged in STD/AIDS prevention and control, has announced that it plans to make HIV self-test kits easily accessible.

Two major shareholders of China Vanke are seeking to oust its chairman and 11 directors.

China Vanke Shareholders Seek to Oust Chairman, Executive Directors

Charissa Echavez |

Jun 27, 2016 01:58 PM EDT

Two major shareholders of real estate developer China Vanke Co. sought for an extraordinary shareholders meeting with the aim of ousting 10 of its directors including Chairman Wang Shi and President Yu Liang, the company said in a filing to the Hong Kong exchange.

'Now You See Me 2' enjoys record-breaking opening in China for Lionsgate title.

'Now You See Me 2' Enjoys Record-Breaking Opening for Lionsgate in China

Charissa Echavez |

Jun 27, 2016 01:32 PM EDT

American caper thriller film Now You See Me 2 enjoyed a record-breaking opening for Lionsgate title in China, pulling $14.8 million out of its hat.

Midea to acquire Italy's air conditioner maker Clivet SpA.

China's Midea Group to Acquire 80 Percent of Italy's Clivet SpA

Charissa Echavez |

Jun 27, 2016 01:21 PM EDT

Electrical appliance maker Midea Group has agreed to buy an 80 percent stake in Italian air conditioner manufacturer Clivet SpA, Clivet Espana SA, and related real estate assets.