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China allegedly shuts down at least five online data storage provider.

Did the Chinese Government Really Order Online Data Storage Providers to Close Down?

May 02, 2016 07:13 AM EDT

At least five online data storage provider said that the Chinese government ordered them to close down their services, South China Morning Post reported. The move represents the country's extensive implementation to control online content in the mainland.

Steam Gaming Network now accepts bitcoin payments.

Good News Players: Global Steam Network now Accepts Bitcoins for Payments

Charissa Echavez |

Apr 30, 2016 09:33 AM EDT

The famous Steam computer game network now accepts bitcoins. The initiative aims to make payments for players easier - especially those from Brazil, China, and India.

A 500-year-old temple found a new way to spread Buddhism through a robot monk.

Robot Monk Xian'er: A Modern Tool Spreading Ancient Buddhist Wisdom

Charissa Echavez |

Apr 30, 2016 07:34 AM EDT

A Buddhist temple outside Beijing created a little robot monk that can chant mantras and explain the basic creed of faith, with the hope spreading ancient teachings via cutting-edge technology.

Evergrande buys another $1.5 billion worth of Shengjing Bank share.

Evergrande Buys Additional $1.5B Worth of Shengjjing Bank Shares

Charissa Echavez |

Apr 29, 2016 05:49 PM EDT

Property developer Evergrande Real Estate has agreed to buy an additional 10 billion yuan ($1.5 billion) worth of stakes in Shengjing Bank, the firm said during a filing at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on Thursday.

China's Anta tops domestic sneakers sales in China.

China's Anta Tops Domestic Sneaker Sales, Beats Nike Inc.

Charissa Echavez |

Apr 29, 2016 01:51 PM EDT

Chinese sportswear brand Anta Sports Products Ltd. broke record on selling sneakers in China, surpassing American brand Nike Inc., the China Daily reported.

Alibaba founder Jack Ma stirred counterfeit product controversy by stating that Chinese-manufactured counterfeit goods are now even better than the genuine products.

Alibaba's Jack Ma Laughs off AC Milan Takeover Rumors

Charissa Echavez |

Apr 29, 2016 01:24 PM EDT

Alibaba founder Jack Ma has laughed off reports that he is planning to acquire the Italian football club, AC Milan.

China's BYD Co. predicts car sales profit will increase five times higher than last year.

China's BYD Co. Forecasts Electric Vehicles Sale Profit to Jump Five Times Higher

Charissa Echavez |

Apr 29, 2016 01:02 PM EDT

Chinese car manufacturer BYD Co. Ltd. predicts its net profit will jump five times higher in the first half of the year, indicating a robust demand for electric vehicles.

Anglo America PLC sold its niobium and phosphates unit in Brazil to China Molybdenum Co.

Anglo American Sells Brazilian Business to China Molybdenum Co. for $1 Billion

Charissa Echavez |

Apr 29, 2016 12:42 PM EDT

Anglo American PLC has signed an agreement to sell one of its largest Brazilian business for 9.7 billion yuan ($1.5 billion) to China Molybdenum Co. According to the Wall Street Journal, this represents another step of Anglo American's plan to sell its non-core assets and cut back debts.

Shanghai Disneyland reveals yummy food selections.

Shanghai Disneyland's Menu Will Bring Out the Kid in You

Charissa Echavez |

Apr 29, 2016 09:13 AM EDT

Shanghai Disney Resort unveiled scrumptiously delicious photos of its special menu, promising a blend of Disney classic and Chinese taste.

Internet watchdogs took down more than 1,000 Chinese websites because of alleged illegal activities.

Watch Out, More Than 1,000 'Illegal' Chinese Websites Shut Down in Q1

Charissa Echavez |

Apr 29, 2016 08:05 AM EDT

Internet watchdogs shut down more than 1,000 websites in China on the first quarter of the year, Xinhua reported.

China Eastern Airlines to purchase 35 new aircraft from Boeing and Airbus.

China Eastern Airlines to Purchase 35 New Aircraft from Airbus, Boeing

Charissa Echavez |

Apr 29, 2016 07:13 AM EDT

China Eastern Airlines will divide its $10 billion worth of orders between Europe's Airbus and US' Boeing as the Asian airline dispatches old units and adds new long-haul flights, Bloomberg reported.

Chinese researchers invent baby biochips to address China's aging population and infertility problems.

China Invents 'Baby Biochips' to Address Infertility Problems

Charissa Echavez |

Apr 29, 2016 06:53 AM EDT

An emerging technology in China aims to give infertile couples a shot of having children and assist the government's plan to boost population.

Chinese visitors traveled through Shanghai Disneyland resort station just to get a glimpse of Disneytown.

Shanghai Disneyland Opens Resort Station, Disneytown

Charissa Echavez |

Apr 27, 2016 01:37 PM EDT

Shanghai has opened a new Disney-themed subway station to cater to Chinese Metro commuters awaiting a glimpse of Disneytown at the still unopened Shanghai Disney Resort.