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China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

Explore East Asia’s thriving tech hubs, global electronics producers, and fast-evolving digital platforms shaping cross-border innovation.

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Xiaomi crafts affordable smartphones, wearables, and IoT devices, appealing to users who seek innovation, quality, and budget-friendly tech.

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What lies beyond familiar frontiers? Investigate emerging tech—like quantum computing and AI—transforming traditional sectors.

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Xiaomi’s first smart glasses focus on day-to-day utility while staying comfortably wearable.

Xiaomi steps into smart eyewear with voice-enabled glasses built for everyday use

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Cotti Coffee, founded by Luckin Coffee's original team, is a coffee chain known for its aggressive expansion, affordable pricing, and global ambitions.

Cotti Coffee

What sets the bar for convenience? Examine on-demand platforms, subscription models, and personalization transforming consumer expectations.

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The Chinese coffee chain plans to deploy 1,100 regional managers as it works to shore up its low-cost, franchise-driven model.

After racing to 15,000 stores, Cotti Coffee gets serious about quality control

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Meituan, China’s all-in-one local services platform, covers food delivery, travel bookings, and lifestyle deals, simplifying daily consumer choices.

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The deal would be made in 65% cash and 35% Meituan equities.

Deals | Meituan Acquires Bike-sharing Startup Mobike to Keep Diversifying Business

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The company is reportedly seeking a $60 valuation and a duo-listing in Hong Kong and China.

Meituan-Dianping in Talks with Banks for HK IPO, Piling up Cash to Challenge Didi Chuxing Monopoly

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Empowering mom-and-pop stores can be accomplished only when quality goods are supplied and efficient transaction is guaranteed.

Deals | Meituan-Dianping Leads FMCG B2B Platform Zskuaixiao.com's $32.6M Round

Deals | Meituan-Dianping Leads FMCG B2B Platform Zskuaixiao.com&#8217;s $32.6M Round

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Meituan-Dianping claims to have nabbed one-third of the ride-hailing market in Nanjing and Shanghai.

Is Meituan-Dianping Posing Serious Threat to Didi?

Meituan-Dianping Encroaches on Didi Chuxing by Launching Ride-Hailing Service in Shanghai

Didi Chuxing is reportedly launching a food-delivery service to fight back.

Tencent-backed Meituan-Dianping has turned a slew of local tech giants into nemesis as it keeps expanding its scope of businesses.

Meituan-Dianping to Intensify Competition with Didi, Launching Ride-Hailing in Beijing, Shanghai Soon

How does finance become frictionless? Examine digital banking, payment innovation, and lending platforms redefining financial access.

Meituan-Dianping is the world’s #4 most valuable startup according to CB Insights.

Deals | Meituan-Dianping Just Acquired An Insurance License, while BAT’s Online Insurance Battle is in Full Swing

China’s ride-hailing companies are likely to ignite another price war

Meituan-Dianping to Launch Ride-Hailing Services in Shanghai

Meituan-Dianping is itself a leading player in China’s food delivery scene.