Chinese competitors
Coverage of Chinese competitors in the Nexus archive.
- Alibaba wins US lobbying reprieve
A US federal judge granted Alibaba a temporary reprieve to resume lobbying in the US, ordering the Pentagon to stop treating Alibaba as a Chinese military company until she reviews the constitutionality of a US law. The decision occurs amid heightened tensions between US AI firms and Chinese competitors over technology theft allegations.
- Planned VW layoffs add to Berlin's woes
German politicians aim to block Volkswagen's plan to cut 100,000 jobs and close factories, citing pressure from Chinese competitors and US tariffs. The proposed layoffs could face resistance from VW's supervisory board, which includes state politicians and labor union representatives, compounding challenges for Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government.
- It’s Not too Late to Fix the AI Exports Program
The American AI Exports Program, designed to promote U.S. AI technology abroad and counter Chinese influence, faces criticism for its current design. The program risks failing to attract foreign governments and may only claim credit for deals U.S. firms would have secured independently. The Call for Proposals lacks clear guidance on target markets and strategic priorities, potentially undermining its effectiveness.