BeiDou Data Sharing: China opened its BeiDou national navigation reference station network data to the public for the first time, aiming to expand high-precision applications in autonomous driving, low-altitude economy and urban governance. US-China AI Safety Talks: The U.S. and China are preparing mid-September AI safety dialogue led by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, with a focus on monitoring AI-driven cyberattacks and information sharing. Space Science: China’s Tianwen-3 chief scientist said the mission’s top goal is searching for signs of past life on Mars, with sample return targeted for the early 2030s. Cislunar Constellation: China launched a program to build an Earth–moon satellite constellation using CubeSats for space environment monitoring and gamma-ray burst detection, inviting global participation. Robotics & Media Hype: Foreign delegates in Guangdong and Shenzhen got hands-on with Chinese robotics and AI, from robot tug-of-war to smart health and smart-driving demos. China Tech Goes Global: Huawei signed a patent cross-licensing agreement with HP, underscoring China’s shift toward being an innovation provider. Biotech Discovery: Chinese scientists identified a new tick-borne virus, Asian longhorned tick nairovirus, linked to flu-like illness and lab signs of liver injury. Security Warning: A UK report warned that Chinese-made chips in internet-linked farm machinery could create a hidden risk for spying on food production. China-Egypt Partnership: Egypt’s former prime minister said Xi’s visit reflects deeper, long-term cooperation across technology, energy, trade and people-to-people ties. Auto Trade Pressure: U.S. automakers urged Congress to permanently ban Chinese connected vehicles, citing national security and surveillance concerns.