Group 1 - Tesla terminated a production line leader for suggesting to extend working hours to increase output, which was deemed a violation of company policy against harming or pressuring employees [4][5] - The incident sparked discussions about corporate culture, contrasting Tesla's approach with the prevalent "996" overtime culture in traditional car manufacturers [5] Group 2 - ByteDance announced a comprehensive salary increase for interns across various positions, with the highest increase reaching 150%, effective from January 1, 2026 [11][12] - The salary adjustments are primarily applicable to first-tier cities and vary based on job type and business line [11] Group 3 - Xiaomi faced backlash after allegations surfaced that it had engaged a controversial influencer known for criticizing the brand, leading to a public apology from the company's PR manager [7][9] - The incident highlighted a significant trust crisis for Xiaomi, with many fans expressing feelings of betrayal [8][9] Group 4 - MiniMax, a Chinese AI unicorn, plans to set its Hong Kong IPO price at HKD 165, aiming to raise over HKD 4.2 billion, driven by strong demand from institutional investors [22][23] - The IPO is seen as a critical step for MiniMax in the global AGI arms race, backed by Alibaba and the Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund [22] Group 5 - Thunderbird Innovation completed a financing round exceeding 1 billion yuan, with participation from China Mobile and China Unicom, and signed a long-term strategic cooperation agreement [12][13] - The funding will support various initiatives, including eSIM technology and cloud services [12] Group 6 - Microsoft is reportedly planning a significant round of layoffs in January 2026, potentially affecting 10,000 to 15,000 employees, as part of ongoing organizational restructuring [38] - The layoffs reflect challenges in AI commercialization and internal management issues, alongside a push for a flatter organizational structure [38] Group 7 - Huawei's executive Yu Chengdong visited GAC Group to discuss collaboration on the HarmonyOS cockpit system, indicating a strategic focus on automotive applications of their technology [17][18] - The Harmony cockpit has evolved to version HarmonySpace 5, featuring over 30 new capabilities [18] Group 8 - Ant Group and Meituan invested in AI hardware startup Looki, which raised over USD 20 million in its A-round financing, aiming to accelerate product development and talent acquisition [27] - Looki's products focus on next-generation interactive devices, leveraging AI technology [27] Group 9 - Neta Auto's founder has been listed as a person subject to enforcement due to financial issues, highlighting the company's struggles after a peak in sales [29] - Neta Auto's parent company reported significant losses over the past three years, leading to operational challenges and potential bankruptcy [29] Group 10 - Porsche China terminated its authorization with the Zhengzhou Zhongyuan dealership due to operational issues, affecting customer services and vehicle deliveries [30][31] - The situation has raised concerns among consumers regarding their rights and the handling of deposits and vehicle documentation [31]
直播中被拆掉的小米YU7能否再装回去?雷军回应;特斯拉开除产线组长?原因:提议「加强工作时间以提升产量」;雷鸟创新完成超10亿融资