Global Business

Technology and data under spotlight in the U.S. election

June 10, 2019

Chinese firms fear less welcoming business environment amid trade tensions

A new survey from the China General Chamber of Commerce says U.S.-China trade tensions are a barrier to Chinese investment in the U.S.

June 7, 2019

Date Set For Huawei Extradition Hearing

China is ramping up its 5G rollout by granting 5G licenses to four state-owned companies. That will also benefit telecoms firm such as Huawei, which is manufacturing 5G equipment. Jim Spellman reports on the latest developments around Huawei, which has been facing pressure from the United States.

June 6, 2019

Startup helps connect inmates with their loved ones

Critics say the U.S. prison system makes money from keeping people incarcerated. That’s why a new startup making money by focusing on rehabilitation is drawing attention.

June 6, 2019

Avocado prices could soar if Trump’s Mexico tariffs take effect

Mexico’s agricultural producers are closely watching trade talks taking place in Washington D.C. over U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose tariffs on all Mexican products entering the United States. If the tariffs do go into effect, prices could soar for one of Mexico’s most important agricultural exports.

June 6, 2019

California fights U.S.-China trade tensions with networking forum

The U.S. state of California says it’s being hurt by the U.S.-China trade war. Farming exports have dropped, and manufacturing jobs have been scaled back. That’s why hundreds of people gathered in Los Angeles for a forum aimed at boosting trade.

June 5, 2019

California hopes to boost partnerships, trade with China as trade war hurts state

The U.S. state of California said it’s being hurt by the ongoing trade war between Beijing and Washington.

Some US farm equipment retailers despite sales drop

June 5, 2019

US farm equipment retailers experience sales drop

U.S.-China trade tensions and low commodity prices are stunting growth for U.S. agriculture. Still, some equipment retailers are finding reason to be optimistic.

June 4, 2019

Report: Lower-income Americans feel the pain of tariffs the most

Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, recently warned prices at its U.S. stores will likely rise.

June 4, 2019

Apple caught in the crossfire of US-China tariff exchange

Apple CEO Tim Cook has lobbied the Trump administration in hopes of minimizing the impact of the trade war.

June 3, 2019

NBA uses basketball diplomacy to bring US and China closer together

One of the world’s biggest and best known sports leagues is using basketball diplomacy to help ease trade tensions between Washington and Beijing.

June 3, 2019

Apple Worldwide Developers’ Conference 2019 unveils powerful new products

CGTN’s Mark Niu has the latest Apple announcements from the firm’s annual Worldwide Developers’ Conference.

June 3, 2019

US Chinatown stores plan to raise prices to cover additional tariffs

In the US, retail stores are starting to feel the pinch of increased import tariffs against Chinese goods. Karina Huber is in New York’s Chinatown with more.

May 31, 2019

‘Zero waste’ grocery stores shaking off plastic

If you’re trying to avoid plastic at the supermarket, there are a growing number of options. Karina Huber has more on the zero-waste trend.

May 31, 2019

Augmented Reality technology gains traction in new markets

While AR glasses have made inroads in enterprise, companies are still having trouble finding the right fit for ordinary consumers.

May 31, 2019

US to ramp up tariffs on Mexico over immigration

The move, announced by tweet, would impose a 5 percent duty on all goods beginning June 10 and would rise by 5 percent a month unless the U.S. sees’s a drop in migrant flows across the Southern Border.

May 30, 2019

Iconic TWA terminal reborn as retro-glamorous TWA Hotel

Now, thanks to a $265 million renovation, an iconic terminal designed by a noted architect from that era has been transformed into a boutique hotel that takes travelers back in time.

May 30, 2019

Huawei looks to Brazil for market growth

Chinese tech giant Huawei, in a battle with the U.S. government, is making a comeback in Brazil.

May 30, 2019

Startup launches global secondary market for sports betting

One year after the U.S. Supreme Court legalized sports betting, entrepreneurs are taking on the risky business. And there’s a startup claiming it can help bettors, make more strategic decisions.

May 28, 2019

Huawei customers in Colombia fearing impact of US ban

Colombia has an estimated 6.8 million people asking the same question what will the U.S. restrictions mean for Huawei cellphone users.

May 27, 2019

Huawei ban may impact rural US Midwest mobile operators

Nemont Telephone Cooperative relies on Huawei equipment. The Trump administration and the Federal Communications Commission argues that is a security risk and want it removed.

May 24, 2019

Disney modifies films over racism and sexism criticism

Part of Disney’s problem is its age: it’s been around for the best part of 100 years and generations have grown up watching its characters. But as times have changed, it’s become clear that some of its characters are not appropriate in the modern day.

May 24, 2019

Trump tariffs hit small business in the United States

While U.S. businesses come to terms with the now 25 percent tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese imports, many companies are concerned about yet another round of possible tariffs. CGTN’s Hendrik Sybrandy reports on one business in the state of Colorado very worried about that.

May 24, 2019

US-China Governors Collaboration Summit fosters trade ties

The fifth U.S.-China Governors Collaboration Summit is taking place in Lexington, Kentucky. Local leaders from both sides from both sides are meeting amidst global trade tensions. Mike Walter reports.

May 23, 2019

US businesses demand carbon tax

Seventy-five businesses with a combined market cap of $2.5 trillion are calling on the U.S. Congress to pass a carbon tax – to combat climate change.

May 23, 2019

Trump announces $16B bailout for US farmers hit by trade war with China

For the second time in a year, the U.S. government is giving bailout money to farmers. U.S. President Donald Trump announced 16 billion dollars. The money is to help the rural U.S. cope with the U.S.-China trade war.

May 22, 2019

US-China tariffs hit furniture industry

Although furniture manufacturing has spread to many countries besides China, one retailer in the state of Colorado predicts the new tariff increase will hit it and consumers.

May 21, 2019

Huawei says it will succeed despite US government restrictions

Huawei’s founder and president Ren Zhengfei says the company will succeed despite U.S. government efforts to block access to U.S. technology.

May 20, 2019

Game of Thrones finale marks end of an era in TV

After eight seasons, the last episode of the record-breaking series has aired.

May 20, 2019

Bruce Lee’s final project, ‘Warrior,’ makes it to air

He’s one of the world’s most iconic movie stars – but even Bruce Lee struggled against racism in Hollywood. Back in the 1970s, a TV show he pitched starring himself as the martial arts lead was rejected… with great suspicion that studios wouldn’t cast an Asian man in a leading role.

May 17, 2019

Uber slump after IPO points to concern about business model, profitability

It was all smiles as Uber executives rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange on the day of the company’s initial public offering. But out on the trading floor, there were whispers about its finances and business model.

May 17, 2019

Immigrants fill truck driver shortage gap in Colorado

A current truck driver shortage in the U.S. is projected to become only more acute in the years ahead. But now, immigrants from among other places, including Africa, are helping fill the need. CGTN’s Hendrik Sybrandy reports from the state of Colorado.

May 16, 2019

Ushering in the new generation of environmental leaders

he number of women entering science, technology, engineering and mathematics is on the rise. And they are paving the way for the next generation of girls and women.

May 15, 2019

Students and teachers lead national strike against education cuts in Brazil

Teachers and students are leading a national strike across Brazil on Wednesday. They’re protesting Brasilia’s move to slash funding for education.

May 15, 2019

Fight for Amazon domain pits South American countries against tech giant

at happens when the two parties fight over an internet address using the word ‘Amazon?’

May 15, 2019

US air safety watchdog defends record after double Boeing tragedies

U.S. air safety officials have been defending their record over two deadly Boeing crashes.

May 13, 2019

Helping investors put their money where their passion is

When you invest in a fund, do you actually know what companies you’re investing in? For a lot of people, the answer is no, and they might not know much about the ethical practices of the companies either. A San Francisco company is looking to change that by making an impact.

May 13, 2019

Cuba bets on tourism amidst struggling economy and US sanctions

Cuba announced new investment and business opportunities in its tourist sector during an international tourism fair held in Havana last week. It’s an attempt to make up for lost dollars from U.S. sanctions.

May 10, 2019

US and China negotiators fail to reach agreement on trade deal

The US and China held abbreviated trade talks in Washington that failed to result in an anticipated agreement to end the trade war. Instead, Chinese negotiators take back a hardened stance from President Trump, who has ordered additional tariffs on all Chinese imports.

May 10, 2019

WNBA’s first Chinese player since 1997 scores winning debut

Nineteen-year-old Han Xu is the first Chinese national to draft into the WNBA since 1997. She’s a new New Yorker playing for The New York Liberty. So, how did she do in her first pre-season game against her former teammates.

May 10, 2019

Rise of underground ride-sharing apps in Vancouver

It’s the only major Canadian city where ride-hailing has long been illegal. Cabs are the standard here.

May 9, 2019

Inside & Out: Changing food practices for a more circular economy

Food is by and large one of the world’s largest industries, and over the past decade, the resources, land and energy needed to get food on our plates have become vast, and become a burden on the planet.

May 9, 2019

Drivers protest around the world as Uber plans to raise $8B in US listing

The protests highlighted just a few of the numerous complaints leveled at the company since it was founded ten years ago by Travis Kalanick in San Francisco.

May 8, 2019

Brazil’s eucalyptus log exports soar

Brazil is Latin America’s biggest economy, and one of its top exports is wood.

May 8, 2019

Mexico’s loneliest crop: Gardener profits from plant no one wants

One farmer in Mexico is tapping into demand for a crop no one in his country really wants, and it is proving to be a real money maker.

May 7, 2019

Tech-enabled apartments a selling point for millennial renters

A startup in the city of Portland, Oregon is using technology to make homes smarter. Mark Niu has more.

May 7, 2019

Istanbul braces for re-run of cancelled municipal elections

Turkey is now bracing itself for a potentially historic election; a re-run of the Istanbul mayoral race, which is now set for June 23.

May 7, 2019

Colombia’s coffee farmers face crisis, place some blame on Wall Street

Colombian coffee farmers are struggling to make ends meet- and they’re blaming Wall Street for their financial woes.

May 7, 2019

Higher gasoline prices boosts ethanol industry in Brazil

Brazil’s sugar cane farmers may soon reap a financial windfall- thanks to rising gasoline prices.

May 6, 2019

Focus on cloud-services at this year’s Microsoft annual developer conference

Tech giant Microsoft is holding its annual developer conference, where it’s showing off its latest technologies. This year, Microsoft’s big focus is cloud services-aiming to make it easier for companies and employees to get work done in innovative ways.

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