Japanese Companies Dominate AI Patent Application Ranking in WIPO Report
The World Intellectual Property Organization's "WIPO Technology Trends 2019: Artificial Intelligence" has ranked the world's top institutions in terms of AI patent filings. Among the top 20 organizations with the most patent applications, a staggering 12 are Japanese companies. This dominance showcases Japan's significant investment and innovation drive in the AI space.
G20 Pledges Strengthened International Policy Cooperation
G20 finance ministers and central bank governors have issued a joint communiqué, committing to enhance international policy cooperation and sending a signal in support of multilateralism. They emphasized the need to end global trade conflicts soon and called on the U.S. and Europe to reach a fair agreement on tariffs.
France's Manufacturing Sector: Past, Present and Future
France's manufacturing sector, once the powerhouse of its postwar economic recovery, has undergone significant changes. Currently, it stands as the world's 8th largest and contributes around 10% to the country's GDP, employing about one - fourth of the workforce.
Finland's Food Industry: Pioneering Green and Functional Innovation in Europe
Finland’s food industry has earned a reputation as a global leader in sustainability and functional food innovation, embodying the country’s commitment to clean, nature-driven production. Positioned as a trailblazer in Europe’s functional food movement, Finnish companies prioritize health-conscious solutions that blend technological expertise with a deep respect for the environment. This approach has not only defined the nation’s agricultural and manufacturing ethos but also set new standards for the global food sector.
Canada's Soaring Prowess in Drone Technology Surpasses Global Peers
Canada has emerged as a dominant force in the global drone technology arena, particularly excelling in commercial and scientific research applications. Outshining even technological powerhouse the United States in certain aspects, the nation's expertise has redefined industry standards, driving innovation and practical implementation of drone technology worldwide.
TikTok Shop US Mid-Year Sale Posts Stellar First-Week Results: Multi-Modes and Categories Thrive
TikTok Shop’s US mid-year promotion has kicked off with a historic first-week performance, breaking records across multiple business models and product categories, according to updates on July 18.
U.S. Launches Section 301 Investigation Against Brazil
The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced the initiation of a Section 301 investigation into Brazil. The probe will examine whether Brazil’s policies and practices in areas such as digital trade, electronic payment services, "unfair" preferential tariffs, intellectual property protection, ethanol market access, and deforestation-related measures negatively impact U.S. trade interests.
Singapore Leads Globally in Cross-Border Shopping Penetration with Strong Consumer Vigor
Singapore has shown strong momentum in the cross-border e-commerce sector, with a cross-border shopping penetration rate of 69%, ranking first in the world. Data shows that 98% of Singaporean consumers are willing to shop overseas, far exceeding the global average, and 69% of them make cross-border purchases at least once a month.
