Core Insights - The latest winter testing results for electric vehicles were released by Auto Home, conducted in Yakeshi, Inner Mongolia, under extreme cold conditions of around -20°C, showcasing unexpected performances from various models [1] Electric Vehicle Performance Rankings - In the "Advanced Family 5-Seater Electric SUVs" category, the 2026 Wanjie M7 Pure Electric Itra Four-Wheel Drive version achieved a 44.4% range completion rate with an actual range of 282 km, ranking first [7] - The 2025 Xiaopeng P7 750 Four-Wheel Drive High-Performance Ultra version led the "Advanced Family Electric Cars" category with a 53.9% range completion rate and an actual range of 366.7 km [10] - The 2025 Nissan N7 625 Max topped the "Mainstream Family Electric Cars" category with a 47.4% range completion rate and an actual range of 296.3 km [16] - In the "Essential Commuter Electric Small Cars" category, the 2025 BYD Seagull Intelligent Driving version achieved a 43.8% range completion rate with an actual range of 177.2 km, ranking first [18] - The 2025 BYD Ti3 501 km Four-Wheel Drive Ultra version led the "Personalized Electric SUVs" category with a 44.9% range completion rate and an actual range of 224.7 km [19] Overall Rankings - The overall testing results indicated that the Xiaopeng P7 had the highest range completion rate among all tested models, while the Ideal i8 2025 Standard version had the lowest at 34.8% with an actual range of 250.3 km [21] - Among joint venture electric vehicles, the Nissan N7 had the highest range completion rate, ranking fifth overall [21]

Core Viewpoint - The collaboration between Xiaopeng Motors and Peking University's Key Laboratory of Multimedia Information Processing has resulted in the acceptance of a paper that introduces a new efficient visual token pruning framework, FastDriveVLA, specifically designed for end-to-end autonomous driving VLA models [1] Group 1: Company Developments - Xiaopeng Motors aims to continue its focus on achieving Level 4 (L4) autonomous driving technology [1] - The company plans to increase investments in the AI large model sector to accelerate the integration of physical AI large models into vehicles [1] Group 2: Industry Innovations - The FastDriveVLA framework represents a new paradigm for efficient visual token pruning in autonomous driving VLA models [1]

Core Insights - The paper titled "FastDriveVLA: Efficient End-to-End Driving via Plug-and-Play Reconstruction-based Token Pruning" has been accepted at the AAAI 2026 conference, showcasing a novel visual token pruning framework specifically designed for end-to-end autonomous driving VLA models [1][8] - FastDriveVLA introduces a plug-and-play visual token pruner called ReconPruner, which can be directly integrated into the autonomous driving VLA model during inference without the need for retraining the entire model [1][8] - A large-scale dataset, nuScenes-FG, consisting of 241,000 image-mask pairs from six camera perspectives, was created to assist in training the pruning mechanism, which can be widely used for future autonomous driving research [1][4] Performance Metrics - Testing on the nuScenes autonomous driving dataset demonstrated that the pruning framework achieved state-of-the-art (SOTA) results at various pruning rates: at a 25% pruning rate, driving performance remained nearly unchanged, with L2 trajectory error and collision rates surpassing those of the unpruned baseline model [2][9] - At a 50% pruning rate, the model exhibited balanced performance across all metrics, while also significantly enhancing the inference efficiency of the VLA model [2][9] Technical Innovations - The FastDriveVLA framework is inspired by human driving behavior, focusing on selective information processing to discard redundant visual tokens while retaining critical ones [3][11] - The framework employs a foreground-background adversarial reconstruction strategy to differentiate between essential and non-essential visual tokens, thereby optimizing the model's performance [3][11] - The visual token pruner, ReconPruner, has a parameter count of only 0.07 billion and is adaptable to various VLA models, showcasing its efficiency [4][12] Efficiency Improvements - Comparative analysis of different pruning methods revealed that FastDriveVLA outperformed existing techniques at pruning rates of 25%, 50%, and 75%, achieving SOTA results [4][13] - When the initial number of input tokens was reduced from 3,249 to 812, FastDriveVLA's FLOPs decreased by approximately 7.5 times, and CUDA inference latency was significantly improved, with prefill time accelerated by 3.7 times and decoding time by 1.3 times [4][13][6]

Key Points - 36Kr will document the global stories of Chinese brands at CES 2026, following its coverage of IFA and GITEX GLOBAL in 2025 [2] - JD Logistics has launched its first overseas smart warehouse in the UK, enabling same-day delivery for its European online retail business, Joybuy [3] - ByteDance's Feishu has launched an AI office app, AnyGen, which allows users to convert voice notes and ideas into documents and presentations [3] - Alibaba Tongyi has released two foundational models to enhance industrial-grade video and voice capabilities, including a video generation model and an upgraded voice generation model [4] - Tuya Smart has introduced an AI life assistant, Hey Tuya, which integrates with various smart devices and has over 12,000 AI agents developed on its platform [4] - Wuji Power and ZF LIFETEC have formed a strategic partnership to collaborate on robotics training and deployment systems [5] - SF International has signed a memorandum of cooperation with MSC Air Cargo to enhance global supply chain services [5] - Tencent Midas has partnered with Mastercard to improve digital commerce in the global entertainment industry [6] - XPeng Motors has made significant progress in the Middle East and Africa, launching its brand in Qatar and establishing a flagship experience center in Abu Dhabi [6] - Lynk & Co has officially entered the UAE market, showcasing its flagship SUV and emphasizing community interaction [6] - Jinbei Automotive and E-Works have signed a memorandum to establish R&D centers in China and Germany for electric commercial vehicles [7] - Baidu's autonomous driving service platform, Luobo Kuaipao, will begin testing in the UK in 2026 [7] - LONGi Green Energy and Solarpro will collaborate to build the largest BC photovoltaic power station in Europe, with a total capacity of 450MW [7] - Xiangpiaopiao plans to invest approximately 268 million yuan to establish a beverage production base in Thailand [8] - Sazhi Intelligent has completed several rounds of financing, with over 20% of its revenue coming from overseas markets [9] - Yundong has secured pre-IPO financing and is preparing for an A-share listing, focusing on robotics applications in various industries [9] - Qianjue Technology has raised nearly 100 million yuan to expand its global commercialization efforts in the embodied intelligence sector [10] - Mianbi Intelligent has completed financing to enhance its edge AI model development and expand into emerging markets [10] - Thailand will eliminate the tax exemption for cross-border packages starting January 1, 2026, impacting e-commerce costs [11] - The Saudi Arabian e-commerce market is projected to grow significantly, reaching $708.7 billion by 2033 [11]

Group 1 - Tesla's Cybertruck chief engineer shared a humorous video of a Chinese robot, the Yushu G1, performing synchronized combat moves, which included a comical moment where the robot kicked the engineer and then squatted down to laugh [1] - Elon Musk has shown repeated interest in Chinese robotics, recently commenting on a performance featuring six Yushu G1 robots dancing in sync with singer Wang Leehom, which garnered over 40 million views globally [3] - Musk expressed respect for Chinese competitors in the robotics field, stating that Tesla and Chinese companies will lead the market, highlighting the intelligence and diligence of the Chinese workforce [6]

Core Insights - The expansion of the Zeiss Optical Industrial 4.0 health vision industry ecosystem in Guangzhou is a significant investment of over 400 million yuan, focusing on AR/VR, OK lenses, and eye health products [2] - Guangdong's super high-definition video and new display technology industry has surpassed 900 billion yuan in revenue, positioning it to become the province's tenth trillion-level industrial cluster [2] - The integration of technology innovation and industrial innovation is driving the emergence of new industries in Guangdong, contributing to the continuous growth of trillion-level industrial clusters [2] Group 1: Industry Developments - The 15th National Games showcased advanced display technologies, including a 2500 square meter holographic transparent screen, highlighting Guangdong's strength in the super high-definition video and new display industry [2][4] - The 4K Garden has developed the first 1200 square meter 8K naked-eye 3D outdoor screen in China, improving traditional naked-eye 3D production efficiency by 60% [5] - TCL's new 8.6 generation printed OLED production line represents a breakthrough in the display industry, expected to accelerate the establishment of a complete industrial chain in Guangdong [6] Group 2: Market Trends - The LED+AI applications are being explored by companies like Absen Technology, indicating a shift towards integrating AI with traditional display technologies [7] - Guangdong is on track to create a record of one trillion-level industrial cluster per year, with the super high-definition video industry as a potential candidate for this milestone [9] - The synergy between existing industries, such as automotive and electronics, is facilitating the rapid development of new industrial clusters in Guangdong [10] Group 3: Innovation and Ecosystem - The establishment of national innovation centers in Guangzhou is enhancing the efficiency of companies in the new display field, addressing critical technological challenges [11] - The ecosystem in Guangdong supports rapid innovation and market responsiveness, exemplified by companies like Thunderbird Innovation, which has achieved a 35% market share in consumer AR glasses [10][11] - The integration of foundational research, technology breakthroughs, and financial support is accelerating the development of high-quality industrial growth in Guangdong [11]

Group 1 - Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica version sold out within hours of pre-sale, with second-hand prices reaching up to 20,000 yuan, while the official starting price is 8,999 yuan [4] - The pre-sale for Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica version began on December 25, and by 10:30 PM the same day, all configurations were out of stock across various channels, with over one million reservations on JD platform [4] - The 16GB+1TB top configuration is currently out of stock on multiple platforms, while the 16GB+512GB version is available on Xiaomi's official store [4] Group 2 - LV responded to a customer's complaint regarding a pair of shoes that caused injury after 10 minutes of wear, stating that the return policy does not cover used products [11] - The customer reported severe skin damage after wearing the shoes, which cost 9,250 yuan, and has not reached an agreement with LV regarding compensation [11] Group 3 - Douyin has launched a long-form text feature that allows users to publish articles up to 8,000 words with up to 30 images and background music [9] - This feature aims to enhance user engagement and content creation on the platform [9] Group 4 - XPeng Motors has officially entered the Mauritius market following its expansion into Qatar, and has opened a flagship showroom in Abu Dhabi [10] - The company is also establishing a service center in New Cairo, Egypt, to enhance its presence in the Middle East and North Africa [10] Group 5 - The first mandatory standard for electric vehicle energy consumption will be implemented in China starting January 1, 2026, tightening limits by approximately 11% compared to previous recommendations [14] - This standard aims to guide the development of energy-saving technologies and accommodate diverse vehicle types [14]

Group 1 - Xiaomi's 17 Ultra Leica version sold out within hours of its pre-sale launch, with the highest resale price reaching 20,000 yuan, significantly above the official starting price of 8,999 yuan [1][1][1] - The 16GB+512GB version is available on Xiaomi's official store, while the 16GB+1TB version is out of stock across various platforms, indicating high demand [1][1] - Over 1 million reservations were recorded on JD platform for the Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica version [1] Group 2 - Zhou Dafu responded to criticism regarding its "cow and horse" gold pendant, stating it is only sold online and has seen high sales; they are open to customer feedback for future improvements [2][2] - The pendant is priced starting at 3,044.7 yuan, and the company clarified the pendant's meaning as representing resilience and good fortune [2] Group 3 - Xiaopeng Motors officially entered the Mauritius market after establishing a strategic partnership, following its previous entry into Qatar [7][7] - The company also opened a flagship showroom in Abu Dhabi and a large service center in New Cairo, Egypt [7] Group 4 - Douyin launched a long-form text feature allowing users to publish articles up to 8,000 words with up to 30 images and background music [6][6] - The mobile version of this feature is expected to roll out soon [6] Group 5 - LV responded to a customer's complaint regarding a pair of shoes that caused injury, stating that they only offered an exchange and did not support returns for used products [8][8] - The shoes were purchased for 9,250 yuan, and the customer required medical treatment due to the injury [8] Group 6 - The first mandatory standard for electric vehicle energy consumption will be implemented in China starting January 1, 2026, tightening limits by approximately 11% compared to previous recommendations [10][10] - This standard aims to guide the development of energy-saving technologies while accommodating diverse vehicle types [10] Group 7 - The first batch of L3 autonomous vehicles in China has begun large-scale road operation in Chongqing, consisting of 46 vehicles equipped with L3 autonomous driving systems [16][16] - These vehicles are authorized to operate on specific urban roads [16] Group 8 - Fujitsu will join a next-generation memory development project led by SoftBank, aiming for commercialization by the 2027 fiscal year [22][22] - This project will utilize technologies from Intel and the University of Tokyo [22]

Group 1 - The "Million Talents Gathering in Nanyue" recruitment fair will be held at the Shenzhen Convention Center on December 27-28, featuring over 1,600 key employers offering more than 65,000 quality job positions [1] - The event will include a "Recruitment Express" where representatives from 12 well-known companies will conduct face-to-face interviews and sign contracts on-site, enhancing direct engagement and opportunities for job seekers [1] - Online recruitment will be facilitated by 14 companies offering over 3,000 positions, with four specialized online interview booths connecting with global overseas students [1] Group 2 - The recruitment fair will showcase a "Future Avenue" with dedicated city image display areas for 21 cities in the province and regions like Hong Kong and Macau, allowing job seekers to understand the industrial advantages and talent policies of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area [2] - Leading companies in the smart technology sector, such as ViewSonic and UBTECH, will demonstrate the appeal of the robotics industry, alongside displays of the latest electric supercars and new manned drones [2] - The event will provide personalized job-seeking services, including employment guidance from experienced consultants and professional image makeover services to enhance job-seeking efficiency [2]

Market Performance - The US stock market closed lower with all three major indices declining: Dow Jones down 0.04% to 48,710.97 points, S&P 500 down 0.03% to 6,929.94 points, and Nasdaq down 0.09% to 23,593.1 points [1] - Weekly performance showed all three indices increased: Nasdaq up 1.22%, Dow up 1.2%, and S&P 500 up 1.4% [2] Technology Sector - Major tech stocks mostly fell, with the US Tech Giants Index down 0.06%. Notable declines included Tesla down over 2%, Facebook down 0.65%, Google down 0.23%, Apple down 0.15%, and Microsoft down 0.03%. Amazon rose 0.06% and Nvidia increased over 1% [2][3] Chinese Stocks - The Nasdaq Golden Dragon China Index rose 0.71%, with significant gains in Chinese stocks: Xpeng Motors up over 6%, Dingdong Maicai up over 5%, NIO up over 4%, and Li Auto up nearly 4%. However, Pony.ai fell over 4% and Bawang Tea fell over 2% [3][4] Precious Metals - Spot silver surpassed $79 per ounce, increasing over 10% in a single day and up 18.06% for the week. COMEX silver futures rose over 11% to $79.675 per ounce [5][6] - Spot gold was reported at $4,532.505 per ounce, with a daily increase of 1.19% and a weekly rise of 4.41%. COMEX gold futures rose 1.31% to $4,562 per ounce, with a nearly 4% increase for the week [7][8] Market Outlook - Factors such as expectations for further easing by the Federal Reserve in 2026, a weakening dollar, and escalating geopolitical tensions are driving price volatility in a thin market. Despite potential profit-taking risks before year-end, the upward trend remains strong. Silver is expected to reach $77 per ounce by year-end, possibly hitting $80, while gold's next target is $4,686.81 per ounce, with a potential to reach $5,000 in the first half of next year [10]