- The Global Product Technology Innovation Awards were officially unveiled at the IFA 2026 consumer electronics trade fair held in Berlin from September 4 to 8.
- The awards recognized major global brands and niche innovators across sectors such as smart home appliances, AI robotics, displays, and energy storage.
- Chinese home appliance exports reached 360.96 billion yuan in the first half of 2026, reflecting the sector's accelerating global expansion and technological advancement.
- Global EV battery usage totaled 725.2 GWh in January-July 2026, representing a 20.4% year-on-year increase.
- CATL and BYD dominated the market with 39.9% and 14.7% shares respectively, while 7 Chinese companies collectively held 72.8% of the global market.
- SNE Research reported varied regional growth rates, including a 16.6% increase in China and a 20.2% decline in North America.