Events behind the numbers
Each event listed below contributes to the dashboard aggregate you clicked on. Click any title to open its full ethical analysis (the 7-framework breakdown, the 4D scoring, the on-chain transaction).
Beijing slaps travel ban on New Zealand MPs for ‘crossing red line’ with Taiwan visit
Coercive travel ban violates human rights and undermines diplomatic norms despite condemnation. | The condemnation of Beijing's travel ban by New Zealand and Australia represents a positive stance in defense of sovereignty and freedom of mo…
China bans four New Zealand lawmakers over visit to Taiwan
China's ban is a coercive action that escalates tensions and undermines diplomatic norms. | The action restricts freedom of expression and assembly for elected representatives, violating fundamental human rights and undermining peaceful dip…
China’s carbon emissions rise again as more clean power is wasted
Fossil fuel reliance outweighs renewable progress, increasing emissions. | China's renewable energy expansion is a positive step toward decarbonization, but the simultaneous increase in fossil fuel use and emissions reveals a systemic failu…
China bans New Zealand lawmakers over Taiwan trip
China's ban on New Zealand lawmakers for visiting Taiwan undermines international norms and diplomatic rights. | The ban represents a negative escalation in diplomatic relations, undermining international norms of peaceful dialogue and free…
How Beijing could use its military and trade to hit back at Tokyo-Manila ties
China's coercive threats violate international law and regional stability. | China's threatened coercive measures against sovereign nations for engaging in legitimate maritime boundary negotiations violate international law and human rights…
China dreams of identifying future political opponents with AI
AI predictive policing for political repression violates core human rights and enables authoritarian control. | The development of AI predictive policing to identify future political opponents represents a severe violation of fundamental hu…
Top Chinese map-making scientist detained in anti-corruption sweep
Both analysts agree on MINT; consensus on lack of transparency and due process violations outweighs anti-corruption intent. | The anti-corruption action targets a high-profile figure, which could strengthen institutional accountability (SDG…
As pioneering Chinese web forum returns, authorities warn free speech has limits
State-controlled revival of a forum with explicit censorship warnings undermines free speech. | The revival of Tianya offers a limited positive step toward restoring a historic digital public sphere, but it is overshadowed by state-imposed …
China team drafts ‘comprehensive’ sanctions list targeting US, allies on 63 tech sectors
China's sanctions draft escalates geopolitical tech conflict, violating peace and cooperation principles. | The drafting of a broad sanctions list targeting 63 tech sectors in the US and allied nations represents a significant escalation in…
Beijing demands Czech measures to curb impact of senate president’s Taiwan trip
China's coercive interference in Czech-Taiwan relations undermines sovereignty and escalates tensions. | The Czech delegation's visit to Taiwan represents a positive step toward international engagement and diplomatic normalization, alignin…
Chinese scientists create ‘kill-them-all’ algorithm for drone warfare
Development of autonomous lethal drone algorithm violates core human rights and risks catastrophic misuse. | The creation of an autonomous 'kill-them-all' algorithm for drone warfare represents a severe ethical violation, undermining fundam…