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Chinese sex toy firm linked to Russian war tech supply●A Chinese 'smart sex toys' company fed Russian war tech against UkraineYhn War Ukraine912 min ago
EUobserver reports that Shenzhen-based smart sex toy manufacturer has been supplying components or technology used in Russian weapons deployed against Ukraine, exposing what the outlet calls a blind spot in EU sanctions enforcement. The story highlights how dual-use electronics flow through loopholes despite restrictions on exports to Russia.
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Complete supply chain drives down robot costs in Shenzhen's Robot Valley▼✉news Technology Robotics1 h ago
Shenzhen's robotics hub, known as Robot Valley, is cutting the cost of robots thanks to its complete local supply chain, according to a report by Chinese state broadcaster CCTV. With component makers, assemblers and engineers concentrated in one city, manufacturers can source parts quickly and cheaply, lowering production costs. The report highlights Shenzhen's growing role as a global centre for robot manufacturing.