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Tencent Releases New-Generation Quadruped Robot - Pandaily
A new-generation four-legged robot developed by Tencent’s Robotics X Lab was released on August 8. Named Max, the new robot shows good maneuverability and can move accurately on complex terrain.
Tencent Dumps Shares of Chinese Film Studio in Latest Sign of Movie Industry Struggles
The Shenzhen-based internet titan cuts its holdings in Huayi Brothers to 5% from 8%
Tencent Comics appoints new head from China Literature subsidiary: report · TechNode
Tencent appointed Hou Xiaonan to lead Tencent Comics from this month, reporting to the firm’s COO Ren Yuxin, media outlet LatePost reported on Thursday.
Tencent wants more shares in AAA game developer Ubisoft: report · TechNode
Chinese gaming giant Tencent plans to increase its holdings in Ubisoft, a notable AAA title developer and publisher, Reuters reported on Thursday. Tencent
Microsoft, Sony, Nintendo Have a Surprising New Console Rival - TheStreet
The world's biggest videogame company is -- not the one you think it is.
Tencent cancels free meals to contract employees as part of cost-cutting drive
The internet giant, long known for generous perks given to employees, has been slashing expenses since its revenue growth stalled in the first quarter.
Alibaba and Tencent Face End of an Era as Sales Start to Shrink
The national champions are shadows of their former selves, after last year wiped more than $1 trillion off their combined market value
Logitech and Tencent are working on a handheld cloud gaming device
Logitech has announced a partnership with Tencent in which they are developing a new handheld console with support for cloud gaming.
Tencent and NetEase again left out of latest video game approvals in China
The National Press and Publication Administration has approved 241 titles this year, far behind previous years, while Tencent and NetEase rely on games approved before China’s licensing freeze.
China’s Game Approval List Again Leaves Out Tencent and NetEase
The latest monthly list marks the fourth straight month that the two industry heavyweights have not had any of their titles licensed for sale
Tencent Releases Edge Security Acceleration Platform Tencent Cloud EdgeOne - Pandaily
On July 29, Tencent Cloud launched its edge security acceleration platform, Tencent Cloud EdgeOne.
Scoop: Ousted Ubisoft developer Ashraf Ismail working for Tencent
Ismail exited Ubisoft in mid-2020 amid allegations of abuse of power.
Tencent tops Apple, Sony to take gaming market crown
Chinese tech giant crafts global portfolio with over 180 investments
Tencent launches Tencent Map and Digital Twins units: report · TechNode
On July 25, Tencent announced the addition of two new units to its Cloud and Smart Industries Business Group (CSIG) – Tencent Map and Digital Twins – and
Tencent makes a move to turn WeChat Channels into earnings driver
Tencent is speeding up efforts to make money from Channels after reporting almost no revenue growth in the first quarter of 2022.
Tencent Tests Car-Hailing Function in WeChat - Pandaily
Tencent recently tested its new car-hailing function under the WeChat mini-program named "Travel Service".
Tencent buys stake in bricks-and-mortar supermarket chain
The South China Morning Post reports that internet giant Tencent has agreed to buy a 5 percent stake for supermarket chain Yonghui Superstores. The stake was valued…
Music streaming: Tencent owns 10 percent of Spotify
Tech in Asia reports on Tencent’s latest global play: a deal to invest in the popular Swedish music streaming startup Spotify, which has 140 million users around…
Tencent and the new business of literature IP – China’s latest business and technology news
A summary of the top news in Chinese business and technology for November 3, 2017. Part of the daily The China Project newsletter, a convenient package of China’s business, political, and cultural news delivered to your inbox for free. Subscribe here.
Tencent’s Pony Ma now richest man in Asia
A summary of the top news in Chinese business and technology for August 9, 2017. Part of the daily The China Project newsletter, a convenient package of China’s business, political, and cultural news delivered to your inbox for free. Subscribe here.
Tesla and Tencent: A smart move by Elon Musk
Top business and technology news news for March 31, 2017. Part of the daily The China Project news roundup “Chinese reactions to Trump’s tweets“
A former policeman makes millions from a gay dating app, and China seizes an American underwater drone
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WeChat, China’s top messaging app, no longer tells users when it censors their messages
Other findings from a new report on WeChat by the University of Toronto’s Citizen Lab highlight how Tencent’s censorship tools can follow users outside the country.
