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Nexperia has issued a warning that its clients across various industries are facing imminent production halts, prompting the company to urge its Chinese unit to take decisive actions to re-establish communication. This situation highlights ongoing supply chain challenges affecting the semiconductor sector.

Chinese electric vehicle stocks have faced disappointing earnings results, leading to heightened investor anxiety about the market's future, particularly as 2026 approaches. This downturn reflects broader concerns about the sustainability of growth in the EV sector amidst increasing competition and economic pressures.

Indian e-commerce platform Meesho Ltd. is preparing to raise up to 54 billion rupees ($605 million) through an initial public offering (IPO) scheduled to open on December 3, as reported by sources familiar with the matter.

IBM has unveiled its latest quantum computing system, Quantum System Two, at its research hub, showcasing advancements in quantum chip technology designed for data centers. This system integrates ultra-cold infrastructure with control hardware to enable quantum chips to function cohesively, transitioning quantum computing from laboratory demonstrations to practical applications.

China's top economic-planning agency has issued a warning regarding the potential formation of a bubble in the rapidly growing humanoid robotics industry, marking a rare official acknowledgment of concerns within this booming sector.

SoftBank Group Corp. has seen its credit-default swaps widen to the highest level since April, indicating increased investor caution regarding the company's debt-driven growth amid rising global competition in the technology sector.

X, the social media platform owned by Elon Musk, has introduced a new feature called 'About this account' that reveals the country of origin for user profiles, enhancing transparency about user locations. This initiative aims to clarify the origins of accounts, particularly those labeled as 'US,' which may actually be operated from abroad.

South Korea successfully launched its first rocket in collaboration with a private company, marking a significant milestone in its ambition to enhance its role in the global space race. This launch is part of a broader initiative to develop the country's space capabilities and establish a commercial space sector.