Space & Quantum: China unveiled a “dual-core” neutral-atom quantum computer (“Hanyuan-2”), pairing two independent qubit arrays to improve stability and scalability, while the US signed new quantum executive orders targeting faster quantum computing and post-quantum cybersecurity. AI & Power Grids: China’s plan to power data centers mainly with renewables faces pushback from grid operators, who warn that data-center loads are hard to shift and peak demand forecasting is tough. Tech Rivalry & Controls: Apple is hit with a new Chinese antitrust complaint over App Store fees; meanwhile, US-China tech tensions keep escalating through export controls and retaliatory measures tied to defense and rare-earth supply chains. Space Internet Competition: China’s Starlink rival SpaceSail launched a new fundraising round to expand its low-Earth-orbit constellation, aiming for up to 15,000 satellites by 2030. Energy Storage Breakthrough: Tsinghua researchers reported an all-ceramic solid-state lithium battery that stays stable up to 150°C and tolerates brief shocks to 300°C, targeting safer power for harsh, miniaturized electronics. Biotech & Healthcare: China’s biotech momentum drew fresh concern from Korea’s industry leaders as Chinese firms accelerate clinical pipelines; separate market coverage also points to rapid growth in microbiology and sepsis diagnostics. Robotics in the Spotlight: A viral incident showed a humanoid robot soliciting donations for “recharging,” adding to ongoing public debate about real-world readiness of today’s robots.