Report Summary 1. Core View - The US including Chinese jujube in the so - called key enforcement list is mainly for political purposes, and the actual impact on domestic jujube trade is negligible. It is not recommended to use this news as a short - selling logic [1] 2. Key Data - In 2024, China's exports of fruits and their products to the US were $805 million, a 25.4% year - on - year increase, accounting for 6.5% of the total agricultural exports to the US. Among them, fruit products were $620 million, a 31.3% year - on - year increase; dried fruits such as apple chips and jujubes were $115 million, a 5% year - on - year increase; fresh fruits such as pears and citrus fruits were $60 million, a 19.3% year - on - year increase [1] - In 2024, China's jujube exports were only 35,600 tons, accounting for a very small proportion of the total production. The export countries are relatively scattered, and direct trade with the US is extremely limited [1] 3. Industry Background - The US Department of Homeland Security listed steel, copper, lithium, caustic soda, and jujube as key enforcement industries under the "Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act" to strengthen the US's economic and national security [1]

Group 1 - The regulatory authorities in China are emphasizing that driver assistance systems should not be mistaken for autonomous driving, requiring clear communication to consumers [2] - The market supervision and industry departments are seeking public feedback on a draft notice regarding the recall and supervision of intelligent connected vehicles, with a deadline for feedback set for September 15, 2025 [2] - Companies must accurately report key information about their driver assistance systems and cannot conduct over-the-air (OTA) updates without prior approval [2] Group 2 - Actress Zhao Lusi is facing scrutiny over her promotion of a brand of apple juice, with allegations that the pricing is significantly higher than similar products, raising questions about the authenticity of her "support for farmers" claims [3][4] - The price of the apple juice promoted by Zhao Lusi is reported to be around 10 yuan per can, which is three times higher than the average price of similar products [4] - Zhao Lusi's team claims they purchased damaged apples from local farmers at market prices, but the pricing of the final product has led to public backlash [4] Group 3 - Nike has filed a lawsuit against actor Edison Chen for breach of contract, with the actual claim amount being approximately 126,000 USD (around 900,000 RMB) [5][6] - The lawsuit is directed at Chen personally, not at his brand CLOT or its partnership with Adidas [6] - If a settlement is not reached, the case may proceed to substantive hearings in the coming months [7] Group 4 - In Hubei, a local government is offering substantial financial incentives for families having more children, with rewards for second and third births reaching up to 287,188 yuan and 355,988 yuan respectively [8] - The policy has reportedly led to a 17% increase in birth rates in the region, marking a significant turnaround in population growth trends [8] Group 5 - Apple is reportedly developing a desktop AI virtual companion robot, which is expected to feature an advanced version of Siri and assist users in daily tasks [13][14] - The company is also working on a home security camera that supports facial recognition and automation features [14] Group 6 - OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman is planning to establish a brain-computer interface company named Merge Labs, aiming to compete with Elon Musk's Neuralink [15][16] - The new company is projected to have a target valuation of approximately 850 million USD and is in discussions to raise 250 million USD [16] Group 7 - The founder of Nippon Paint, Wu Qingliang, has passed away at the age of 98, leaving behind a significant legacy in the paint industry [18][19] - Wu was recognized as a billionaire, with a net worth of 10.4 billion USD, and was the only representative from the paint sector on the Forbes Singapore Rich List [18]

Core Viewpoint - The controversy surrounding Zhao Lusi, a celebrity promoting agricultural products, has escalated due to food safety concerns linked to the brand she endorses, which is associated with a factory that has a history of food safety issues [1][10]. Group 1: Product and Brand Details - Zhao Lusi promoted products such as dried apples and apple juice, produced by a food manufacturer in Sichuan [3]. - The apple juice is marketed as "100% NFC" (Not From Concentrate) and is priced at nearly 10 yuan per can, significantly higher than other brands that sell for around 3 yuan [12][14]. Group 2: Food Safety Issues - The manufacturer has faced multiple food safety allegations, including a severe incident last year where a consumer found foreign objects in a product, leading to claims of it being a counterfeit item [6][8]. - In 2023, the manufacturer was found to have exceeded acceptable levels of microbial counts in their products during official inspections, raising further concerns about their food safety practices [10]. Group 3: Public Reaction and Response - Consumers have expressed concerns about the safety of the products promoted by Zhao Lusi, questioning whether they can pass food safety inspections given the manufacturer's history [14]. - Zhao Lusi responded to the controversy by stating that all procedures were followed and thanked her fans for their support, indicating a level of confidence in her choices despite the backlash [19].