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China, U.S. sign phase one trade deal in trade war breakthrough, but tariffs and issues remain; Reuters reports imminent first rules for online-only banks in China, foreign participation welcomed; and U.S. venture investment in China sinks to six-year low amid trade war and slowing Chinese economy

Online audio and video information service providers are required to establish a rumor refutation mechanism

Implementing Rules bring about new corporate structures

U.S. tightens supervision over AI software exports with China in mind; JPMorgan Chase applies for majority stake in Chinese futures business; and China opens up oil and gas industry to foreign players

China, U.S. agree terms of limited phase one trade deal; draft implementing regulations for foreign investment law approved; and draft law published on promoting China's cultural industry

CAC specifies procedures for reporting of cybersecurity threats

New consumption tax draft law puts State Council center stage; major mobile apps caught for illegal data collection practices; and NPC launches online platform for submitting constitutional review requests

Encryption security standards are set for critical information infrastructure

Alibaba raises $13 billion in Hong Kong secondary listing; MSCI wants more hedging tools and easier settlement cycles before further stock inclusion; Trump signs Hong Kong democracy act in trade war setback

Blockchain and cryptocurrencies are often discussed in the same breath, but China is keen to differentiate the two