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

China

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

East Asia

Pop Mart, a Chinese company, designs and sells toys, figurines, and collectibles, primarily in a blind box format.

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

Consumer Economy

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

Retail

Scalpers are hurting, but the move could bring stability and extend the life of the company’s flagship IP.

Pop Mart pricks Labubu’s resale bubble in bid to outlast the hype

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36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network, delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends since 2010. 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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What lies beyond familiar frontiers? Investigate emerging tech—like quantum computing and AI—transforming traditional sectors.

Deep Tech

Embodied Intelligence

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

After its showcase at the World Humanoid Robot Games, Unix AI has been fielding calls from customers eager to adopt its Wanda robots.

Hotels may be the first stop for humanoid robots, says Unix AI founder

New breakthroughs buttress the view that China is drawing closer to US capabilities.

China Recap | AI and robots take center stage

Vicky is a senior reporter based in Hangzhou, covering news about Chinese companies expanding their footprints abroad.

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KrASIA tracks China’s tech and business stories, alongside key developments across the broader Asia Pacific region.

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How do markets shape wealth creation? Study portfolio diversification, asset classes, and strategies balancing growth and risk.

Investment

When do companies invite public investment? Understand listing criteria, underwriter roles, and regulatory steps defining initial offerings.

Why do firms join forces? Investigate synergy goals, valuation methods, and negotiations driving corporate consolidation.

Merger &amp; Acquisition

What happens after acquisitions close? Examine deal structures, operational improvements, and exit strategies molding corporate outcomes.

Private Equity

What fuels startup ecosystems? Review funding rounds, investor strategies, and market insights guiding entrepreneurial growth.

Venture Capital

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Oceania

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Southeast Asia

Bringing you the latest updates on funding deals and activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Mesh Bio confirms completion of Series A round, ProcurePro and Alt.Leather secure funding, 16 recent China and India deals, and more

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Discover how Japan’s advanced manufacturing, robotics, and consumer electronics brands drive global technology trends.

Japan

Nissan, a Japanese automaker, is known for leading the development of electric vehicles, fuel-efficient cars, and advanced safety technologies.

Nissan

What powers tomorrow’s roads? Explore EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and battery advances sparking the shift toward sustainable transport.

Electric Vehicles

How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

Mobility

No vrooming engines, but still fun to drive.

Nissan, Hyundai woo Japanese car lovers with EV sports models

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South Korea

Deals in brief: Krutrim and Elice secure funding, SoftBank Ventures Asia closes new fund, InnoVen Capital launches second China fund, and more

Xpeng Motors builds intelligent EVs equipped with advanced infotainment systems, autonomous features, and sleek electric mobility designs.

Xpeng Motors

How are electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft transforming aviation and urban mobility? Explore how air taxis could redefine travel.

eVTOL Aircraft

How do goods and people flow worldwide? Examine transport networks, logistics innovations, and policies shaping global connectivity.

Transportation

The EV maker is targeting the commercial segment as rivals aim for corporate use.

Xpeng to deliver flying cars 'in 2025' as China aims to lead in rule-setting

Xpeng to deliver flying cars &#8216;in 2025&#8217; as China aims to lead in rule-setting

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Indonesia

Deals in brief: Arkadiah, Sygnum, and Addlly AI secure funding, Living Lab Ventures launches biomedical fund, NEX Ventures backs three Indonesian climate tech startups, and more

Bringing you the latest news briefs on fundraising activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Tokyo Century Leasing leads Motorist’s Series A round, GDMC and Prism BioLab secure funding, multiple China and India deals, and more

How do trustless ledgers transform industries? Investigate decentralized databases, smart contracts, and infrastructure powering secure transactions.

Blockchain

The Kompas Gramedia unit sees promise in using blockchain technology to defend intellectual property.

Indonesian book giant turns to tech to fight piracy

Luckin Coffee provides app-based ordering, convenient pickup, and a broad beverage menu, reshaping China’s coffee consumption patterns.

Luckin Coffee

Luckin

Can the limited-edition beverage replicate the success of Luckin Coffee’s initial collaboration with Kweichow Moutai last year?

Luckin Coffee and Kweichow Moutai unveil chocolate-flavored latte for Lunar New Year

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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Europe

Malaysia

Deals in brief: Clean Growth Fund backs HutanBio, Masa Network and Ultra Violette secure funding, MAVCAP joins Vynn Capital’s second fund as LP, and more