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Technical tracking: Backdoor debate puts pressure on Nvidia

The USA is considering equipping chips with technical tracking functions in future. China sees this as a security risk. The case has parallels with the Huawei dispute.

By Jörn Petring

Rainfall: Meteorological administration issues another yellow warning

Heavy rainfall and storm gusts once again threaten large parts of China. Authorities warn of flooding and urge people to take precautions.

By Fabian Peltsch

Raw materials: CATL suspends lithium production in Jianxiawo

Battery manufacturer CATL has suspended production at a key lithium mine in Jiangxi province for at least three months. The decision exacerbates the situation in an already tense market, where prices have recently risen sharply.

By Amelie Richter

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War in Ukraine: US threatens China with punitive tariffs over Russian oil

Following new US punitive tariffs against India, Washington is considering similar measures against China for purchasing Russian oil. Russian oil companies are already responding by offering discounted Ural oil to Chinese refineries.

By Amelie Richter

In Trump's sights: Intel's new boss Lip-Bu Tan

Lip-Bu Tan has only been at the helm of the US chip manufacturer for a few months. His previous investments have now attracted the attention of US President Donald Trump.

By Amelie Richter

Sudan: UN warns of hunger crisis

The humanitarian crisis in Sudan threatens to worsen – meanwhile, the deployment of Colombian mercenaries in the country is raising new questions.

By Arne Schütte

Caucasus conflict: What Aliyev and Pashinyan are negotiating with Trump in the White House

US President Donald Trump is hosting the leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan at the White House. While a final peace agreement is not expected, concrete steps toward such a deal are to be prepared.

By Lisa-Martina Klein

Trump-Putin meeting: Why EU politicians have little hope

In the run-up to a possible meeting with Donald Trump, the Russian ruler is playing hardball. Although the US president had made Zelenskiy's participation a condition, Putin has ruled out the possibility of him sitting at the table.

By Sara Sievert and Wilhelmine Stenglin

F-35: Why Schmid does not want a general move away from the US jet after Spain's turnaround

El Pais was first to report that Spain has now decided not to procure F-35 jets after all. Christoph Schmid, the SPD’s parliamentary rapporteur on the air force, welcomes Europe’s openness to buying more Eurofighters.

By Gabriel Bub