🎙 The CTR Podcast — 14 September 2026
Your audio digest of China technology news. Today's podcast covers 4 stories.
Latest News
- US research labs accuse Chinese AI firms, including Alibaba and DeepSeek, of "cloning" and stealing intellectual property. The allegations focus on unauthorized replication of proprietary algorithms and high-level architectural designs, raising serious concerns about fair competition in China's AI sector.
Read the original story at US Accuses Chinese AI Firms of 'Cloning' and IP Theft - Moonshot AI took legal action, filing police reports to aggressively debunk circulating rumors about its leadership. The firm denied baseless accusations of misconduct or arrest, emphasizing the need to protect its reputation from damaging online misinformation campaigns.
Read the original story at Moonshot AI Files Police Reports to Debunk False Arrest Rumors - Honor unveiled its new Magic 9 series, featuring the high-specification Magic 9 Pro Max. The lineup targets the premium segment by emphasizing advanced multi-lens camera technology, refined design, and powerful new silicon.
Read the original story at Honor Unveils Magic 9 Series: Pro Max Leads Premium Smartphone Lineup - Huawei launched the Smart Door Lock 2 Pro, integrating advanced 3D face recognition for superior security against spoofing. The device also features triple-layer battery backup, ensuring continuous access control even during power outages.
Read the original story at Huawei Launches Smart Door Lock 2 Pro with 3D Face Recognition and Triple-Layer Battery Backup