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Regulators launch pilot program for elderly care robots
China is further exploring how robots can support its aging population. What happened: On June 9, the industrial ministry (MIIT) and the Ministry of Civil Affairs (MCA) launched a joint pilot program to improve the capabilities of robots to care… Read More »

People’s Daily interviews Ren Zhengfei amid US-China trade talks
What happened: On June 10, People’s Daily published a front-page interview with Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei. When asked about Huawei’s struggles under US export controls, Ren’s message was clear: “[We] don’t dwell on the difficulties. [We] just get on with… Read More »

Shein faces more EU regulatory complaints
What happened: On June 5, the European Consumer Organization (BEUC), filed a complaint with the European Commission over Shein's alleged use of “dark patterns.” ICYDK: Under the Digital Services Act (DSA), "dark patterns" refer to psychological tactics used by apps… Read More »