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Hadean Cuts Ties with Tencent Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions

1/13/2025

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British defense start-up Hadean is cutting ties with Tencent, a Chinese investor flagged by the Pentagon for military connections. As geopolitical tensions rise, Hadean is on the hunt for new investors. In a related move, the U.S. has blacklisted CATL, a key player in the EV battery market, sparking worries about supply chain disruptions and potential tariffs.

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British defense start-up Hadean is cutting ties with Tencent, a Chinese investor flagged by the Pentagon for military connections. As geopolitical tensions rise, Hadean is on the hunt for new investors. In a related move, the U.S. has blacklisted CATL, a key player in the EV battery market, sparking worries about supply chain disruptions and potential tariffs.