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Competing ID services Verimi and Yes merge
The German industry is joining forces when it comes to the digital identity market: The previously competing German identification services Verimi and Yes are merging.
December07,2022
ENAV to strengthen itself in Romania with IDS AIRNAV
The company of air traffic controllers has won a contract worth €2.3 million in the context of an international tendering procedure carried out by Romatsa (Romanian Air Traffic Services Administration), the service provider for the air traffic control in the Republic of Romania.
September19,2020
Hong Kong launches smart ID cards
The Immigration Department of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government said on Thursday that Hong Kong has started replacing identity cards with smart ID cards in phases.
December28,2018
606 foreigners in Beijing get permanent residence IDs
China has approved permanent residency for more than 1,800 foreigners since April, among those 606 are from Beijing, local authorities said Thursday.
June29,2018
Traditional banks usher in smart transformation by cutting branches and closing ATMs
Traditional banks have embarked on the path of smart transformation. The used-to-be-everywhere physical branches are slimming away, along with roadside ATMs. But such offline to online banking transformation encounter difficulties as well during the process.
October22,2020
606 foreigners in Beijing get permanent residence IDs
China has approved permanent residency for more than 1,800 foreigners since April, among those 606 are from Beijing, local authorities said Thursday.
June29,2018
Thai agencies join hands to test Mobile ID for identity verification
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with related authorities for development of an identity verification system through electronic identity cards on mobile phones
January21,2020
Tencent tightens user ID checks on its popular game
China's internet giant Tencent implemented a real-name identification system (RNIS) for users of its popular mobile game "Honor of Kings", further tightening restrictions on underage players.
October29,2018
Ukraine, Turkey sign visa waiver deal for electronic ID holders
Ukraine and Turkey signed an agreement to mutually adopt a visa-free policy for holders of electronic national identity cards (IDs), the Ukrainian government said in a statement on Tuesday.
March15,2017
Foreign visitors experience China's improved mobile payment environment over Spring Festival
Foreign visitors in China experienced a smoother, more convenient travel environment during this year's Spring Festival, thanks to improvements to the country's mobile payment systems.
February07,2025
China Focus: China's new materials forge ahead with innovation, application
Limestone, ubiquitous in the Earth's crust, has been transformed into an innovative nanomaterial at facilities in north China to support a diverse array of industries with lower carbon emissions.
July31,2024
Economic Watch: Chinese electric heavy trucks expand global presence, cooperation
With the advent of electric trucks, the global landscape of heavy-duty trucks has changed, and China has emerged as a competitive player, according to Han Wen, founder and CEO of Windrose Technology, a Chinese electric long-haul truck start-up.
November15,2024
Feature: Chinese-built plant helps upgrade cocoa industry in Cote d'Ivoire
As the rainy season brings a welcome hint of cool relief to Cote d'Ivoire, a hive of activity is unfolding at the PK24 Industrial Park on the northwestern outskirts of Abidjan, the country's economic capital, marked by long queues of cocoa-laden trucks and the bustling movement of workers.
June11,2025
China's tourist hotspots lift reservation requirements amid surge in visitors
As China's tourist destinations experience a surge in both domestic and international visitors this summer, many popular spots have eliminated reservation requirements to reduce hassle and offer a seamless travel experience for tourists.
July18,2024
Across China: China rides new wave of inbound cruise tourism as visa-free travel gains steam
China's coastal cities are witnessing a renewed wave of international cruise tourism, fueled by relaxed visa policies and improved accessibility for foreign travelers.
April17,2025
China rides new wave of inbound cruise tourism as visa-free travel gains steam
China's coastal cities are witnessing a renewed wave of international cruise tourism, fueled by relaxed visa policies and improved accessibility for foreign travelers.
April18,2025
Chinese museums welcome global visitors with peculiarity and hospitality
This summer, museums across China have improved their reservation procedures and launched a series of activities to address domestic and international visitors' demand for cultural and historical experiences.
August12,2024
Cross-border exchanges heat up as China records 15.3 pct spike in entries, exits in Q1
Travel and exchanges across China's borders have seen a vibrant uptick in early 2025, with the country recording 163 million entries and exits in the first quarter of 2025.
April16,2025
Chinese yuan strengthens in August
Chinese yuan strengthened against a basket of currencies in August, according to the China Foreign Exchange Trade System (CFETS).
September07,2023
Beijing airports enhance payment facilities for foreigners
Beijing Capital International Airport and Beijing Daxing International Airport have created a more convenient payment experience for foreign visitors.
February06,2024
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