Bringing you the latest updates on funding and investment activity across the Asia Pacific. NewsDeals in brief: Secai Marche raises fresh funding, Singapore’s K25.ai secures at least USD 2 million, five China investments, and more5 mins read
The company is expanding into AI-driven home energy solutions. FeaturesZendure aims to lead in AI-driven home energy management systems16 mins read
Geopolitics, currency considerations, and domestic overcapacity are said to be restraining the uptrend. NewsChina’s investment in Europe hits seven-year high, still far from peak4 mins read
Agent-driven coding could be the next test of its AI cloud strategy. NewsAlibaba Cloud lifts MaaS revenue with deeper focus on AI coding6 mins read
New variants sharpen its challenge to Tesla while testing its ability to scale production and move upmarket. NewsXiaomi widens YU7 lineup to take on more of China’s EV market10 mins read
The company is using sequels, animation, and offline experiences to extend the value of stories beyond the screen. FeaturesAlibaba’s Hujing sees longform IP as a counterweight to short-form content7 mins read
Electronics shipments to Taiwan, South Korea, and the US rose in April. NewsMalaysia, Singapore exports surge on AI boom, defying Middle East shock3 mins read
The Chinese supplier is building acoustic systems that automakers are increasingly fitting into their latest vehicle models. FeaturesSonavox makes a loud case for audio as part of the smart cabin stack9 mins read
Huixing expects to give Mayer & Cie a new lease of life amid an industry hemmed in by Chinese rivals. NewsChina investor takes over 120-year-old German knitting machine maker3 mins read
The MRO company is increasing investment in AI integration, among other areas. NewsZKH’s Q1 GMV growth accelerates as efficiency push lifts profit5 mins read