In China, AI glasses let the wearer pay in shops with just a glance at a QR code and a voice command, as a growing number of companies look to conquer both growing domestic and overseas markets.

As societies become more connected, states are recognising that the internet is no longer just a platform for communication or commerce; it is also a battleground for influence, security, and control.

Taiwan says it will block access to popular Chinese social media app RedNote or Xiaohongshu for one year following concerns ...