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With AI, can Stareep make smart beds stick in China this time?
The Dreame-backed brand joins a growing field aiming to turn beds into systems for sleep support.
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Cheng Zi
Cheng Zi is based in China, covering technology- and business-related events. She works with her colleagues at 36Kr Global to provide coverage in both English and Chinese.
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