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Deals in brief: SoftBank to anchor OpenAI’s USD 40 billion raise, Hoopi secures funding for collectibles push, ShopUp and Sary confirm merger, and more | KrASIA

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Deals in brief: SoftBank to anchor OpenAI’s USD 40 billion raise, Hoopi secures funding for collectibles push, ShopUp and Sary confirm merger, and more

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

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How do stores adapt to digital shifts? Explore e-commerce integration, inventory analytics, and omnichannel strategies for modern shoppers.

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Aldi’s China playbook blends elements of Sam’s Club and Hema, but with its own twist: a sharp focus on price, precision, and private labels.

Aldi’s supermarkets have Chinese shoppers hooked—now it wants more | KrASIA

Aldi’s supermarkets have Chinese shoppers hooked—now it wants more

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network. Since 2010, 36Kr has been delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends. With its extensive traffic and network, 36Kr has built a comprehensive database and strong data analytics capabilities to provide insights into China’s technology landscape.

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Taiwan and South Korea also aim to become more welcoming to foreign investors.

Tokyo exchange to mandate English disclosure to lure overseas investors | KrASIA

Tokyo exchange to mandate English disclosure to lure overseas investors

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What guides machine-led insights? Uncover AI applications, language models, and decision-making systems transforming sectors worldwide.

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

How is power evolving? Review renewable sources, grid innovations, and efficiency measures driving cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

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Facing grid strain, tech giants are turning to nuclear power to meet AI-driven energy needs, fueling a new wave of reactor projects despite challenges.

AI’s energy appetite revives nuclear ambitions in the US | KrASIA

AI’s energy appetite revives nuclear ambitions in the US

ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

ByteDance

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

With engagement lagging on Doubao, ByteDance shifts focus to Dreamina and CapCut to drive its vision for the AI era.

As chatbots fall short, ByteDance bets on Dreamina as the “TikTok of the AI era” | KrASIA

As chatbots fall short, ByteDance bets on Dreamina as the “TikTok of the AI era”

Being compared to an industry leader like OpenAI is no small feat—can Luma AI’s Dream Machine deliver on expectations?

Is Luma AI’s Dream Machine a worthy contender to OpenAI’s Sora? | KrASIA

Is Luma AI’s Dream Machine a worthy contender to OpenAI’s Sora?

Sora’s launch should excite users not just for its features but also for the strides it marks toward AGI.

OpenAI’s Sora is finally here, with a Turbo version to boot | KrASIA

OpenAI’s Sora is finally here, with a Turbo version to boot

Ant Group, a fintech powerhouse, offers digital payments, wealth management tools, and micro loans, enabling borderless, mobile-first financial services.

Ant Group

The founder gave a rare speech during Alipay and Ant Group’s anniversary celebration, urging staff to embrace AI’s transformative potential.

Jack Ma at Ant Group’s 20th anniversary: "AI will bring on an even greater era" | KrASIA

Jack Ma at Ant Group’s 20th anniversary: &#8220;AI will bring on an even greater era&#8221;

Slated for a 2025 release, this new training method promises to elevate AI model precision and efficiency for specialized fields.

Reinforcement fine-tuning: OpenAI’s next step in AI customization | KrASIA

Reinforcement fine-tuning: OpenAI’s next step in AI customization

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How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

Robotics

Deep divides between hardware builders and software developers reveal a fragmented robotics field, even as integration emerges as key to future success.

Robotics startups face pecking order struggles as hardware and AI camps clash | KrASIA

Robotics startups face pecking order struggles as hardware and AI camps clash

Founded by Kai-Fu Lee, 01.AI specializes in AI solutions, delivering tools for enterprise automation, predictive analytics, and smart decision-making.

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

East Asia

The AI veteran discusses the industry’s evolution, highlighting opportunities in cost-efficient models and the race to turn innovation into impact.

Kai-Fu Lee on AI’s next frontier: From scaling law to application-first strategies | KrASIA

Kai-Fu Lee on AI’s next frontier: From scaling law to application-first strategies

What grounds digital progress in physical form? Analyze chipsets, sensors, and advanced components driving device performance.

Hardware

What powers digital devices? Delve into chip design, manufacturing bottlenecks, and semiconductor breakthroughs fueling global electronics.

Semiconductors

Gelsinger's sudden departure leaves Intel at a crossroads, grappling with AI missteps and the challenges of its IDM 2.0 strategy.