China aims to replicate human brain in bid to dominate global AI
The pursuit of the most advanced AI—human-like artificial general intelligence—has prompted concerns among experts about potential dangers if it runs amok.
Efforts to avoid a 'suicidal' AI arms race are failing, scientists warn
An urgent call by thousands of scientists to pause the development of AI systems is about to expire with organisers saying it hasn't worked
China-US tech war spirals over smart devices
China has responded angrily to calls by a Congress committee for scrutiny of Chinese-made cellular internet modules embedded in U.S. smart devices
China's plan to rule the world through its smart devices, FCC urged to act
Chinese-made modules in various devices could be quietly gathering data for their creators in Beijing, and lawmakers want the FCC to act.
Kilts and qipaos in Britain: Nearly 400 China 'United Front' Groups thrive
An investigation by Newsweek identifies hundreds of groups in Britain tied to the Chinese Communist Party. Many work to deepen Beijing's influence worldwide.
Chinese firms threatening US can get investment from federal employees
At least 115 mutual funds available through the government's retirement plan for federal employees contain shares in sanctioned Chinese companies.
How U.S. scientists are collaborating with China's military: "Wake-up call"
A new study shows U.S. and allied scientists are helping China's military as it strives to build an army that cannot be defeated.
BACKSTORY - Uncovering Beijing's worldwide influence operations
China's international efforts to achieve pre-eminence are often going unnoticed around the World. Newsweek set out to uncover them.
China outshines U.S. as global scramble for bases heats up
China has extensive economic interests abroad and is seeking a global military presence to protect them and to project power - including in the South Pacific.
Chinese student in U.S. threatened to chop hands over call for democracy
The 25-year-old Chinese student was arrested and charged with stalking over alleged threats against someone who had called for democracy in China.
The countries accused of helping China set up "police stations" abroad
A new report from a human rights organization says more than 100 Chinese "police stations" have been set up around the world, some of them with local help.
Xi Jinping ramps up China's surveillance, harassment deep in America
Amid COVID protests, the totalitarian state is trying to choke dissent on U.S. soil through surveillance, intimidation and even violence, a Newsweek investigation reveals
China's Stake in World Ports Sharpens Attention on Political Influence
Chinese stakes in nearly 100 world ports raise questions over growing commercial and digital control, and opportunities for espionage and military activity
China Targets Israeli Technology in Bid for Global Dominance As U.S. Frets
Israel is trying to manage a tricky balance between pleasing its ally, the U.S., without throttling lucrative technology deals with China.
Exclusive: 600 U.S. Groups Linked to China Communist Party Influence Effort
Attempts by Beijing to sow unrest ahead of the U.S. election are just a small part of a concerted effort by China to expand its political and economic influence across America.