What's in this episode: TOP BIT: Travel Warnings, Warships, and Sharp WordsJapan's PM Sanae Takaichi states a Chinese attack on Taiwan poses an "existential threat" to Japan, sparking a diplomatic storm.Beijing responds with harsh rhetoric (a diplomat suggesting Japan's "dirty neck" be "severed") and summons ambassadors.China issues travel warnings for Japan, leading to free rebookings/refunds for flights.Increased military presence: China's Coast Guard patrols near disputed islands; Taiwan r...
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What's in this episode: TOP BIT: Travel Warnings, Warships, and Sharp WordsJapan's PM Sanae Takaichi states a Chinese attack on Taiwan poses an "existential threat" to Japan, sparking a diplomatic storm.Beijing responds with harsh rhetoric (a diplomat suggesting Japan's "dirty neck" be "severed") and summons ambassadors.China issues travel warnings for Japan, leading to free rebookings/refunds for flights.Increased military presence: China's Coast Guard patrols near disputed islands; Taiwan r...
This robot shocked the world | asiabits Nov 7th 2025
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This robot shocked the world | asiabits Nov 7th 2025
What's in this episode: Opener: American singer Brittany Porter claims she accidentally married Malaysian Sultan Muhammad V.Highlights: Asia attempts a comeback; strong US job data lifts sentiment.Top Bit: XPENG’s Humanoid Robot IRON:Specs: 1.7m tall, 70kg, 82 joints (22 in each hand), bionic spine.Brain: In-house system of three AI models powered by three Turing chips delivering 3,000 TOPS.Innovation: First humanoid robot with a solid-state battery; highly customizable.Future: Robotaxi rollo...
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What's in this episode: TOP BIT: Travel Warnings, Warships, and Sharp WordsJapan's PM Sanae Takaichi states a Chinese attack on Taiwan poses an "existential threat" to Japan, sparking a diplomatic storm.Beijing responds with harsh rhetoric (a diplomat suggesting Japan's "dirty neck" be "severed") and summons ambassadors.China issues travel warnings for Japan, leading to free rebookings/refunds for flights.Increased military presence: China's Coast Guard patrols near disputed islands; Taiwan r...
