🎙 The CTR Podcast — 3 September 2026
Your audio digest of China technology news. Today's podcast covers 6 stories.
Latest News
- Leaked renders of the iQOO 16 show a radical, UFO-like camera housing, signaling a major design departure. This unconventional, sculptural module moves away from standard rectangular designs, suggesting the manufacturer prioritizes a distinct visual signature in the mid-to-high-end market.
Read the original story at iQOO 16 Leaked Renders Reveal Radical, UFO-Like Camera Housing Design - Mainland Chinese investors are strategically pivoting capital toward high-growth AI technology stocks in Hong Kong. This shift involves divesting from traditional financial holdings, signaling a strong conviction in the transformative potential of advanced technology over legacy sectors.
Read the original story at Mainland Investors Pivot to AI Tech Stocks in Hong Kong, Divesting from Financials - Tencent launched its WorkBuddy platform to dominate the B2B SaaS market by onboarding over 100 strategic partners. The platform aims to be a unified operational backbone for enterprises, integrating specialized tools like HR and analytics.
Read the original story at Tencent Launches WorkBuddy to Dominate B2B SaaS with 100+ Strategic Partners - China publicly criticized Hugging Face, demanding greater adherence to national data sovereignty and strict regulatory compliance. Beijing is concerned about how global AI platforms manage and control data originating within the People's Republic of China.
Read the original story at China Criticizes Hugging Face Over Data Sovereignty and AI Regulation - The Xiaomi 18 Fold is confirmed to feature a massive 6000mAh high-density battery. This capacity addresses endurance concerns in premium foldables, allowing the device to maintain all-day usability despite the power demands of its complex folding screen.
Read the original story at Xiaomi 18 Fold Confirmed with Massive 6000mAh High-Density Battery - China is preparing its next national SME fund, strategically targeting high-growth tech startups. This initiative aims to accelerate domestic IPOs and provide crucial capital to sectors deemed vital for national competitiveness, such as AI and advanced manufacturing.
Read the original story at China Prepares Next SME Fund to Boost Tech Startups and IPOs