Why Chinese tech brands are outpacing Western rivals from EVs to robot vacuums

DW15 October 2026, 08:45 UTCPeople's Republic of China

From action cameras and smartphones to EVs and robot vacuums, Chinese brands are gaining ground worldwide despite privacy and security concerns. What's driving their rise, and can European rivals keep up?

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