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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.

DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company, develops large language models and machine learning solutions for enterprise applications and scientific research.

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

East Asia

TikTok hosts short-form videos spanning entertainment, education, and branded content, capturing global audiences and driving cultural trends.

TikTok

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

Artificial Intelligence

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

Deep Tech

Artificial intelligence

Washington calls DeepSeek a national security threat, but Donald Trump disagrees.

Is DeepSeek next in line for a TikTok-like US ban? | KrASIA

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Is DeepSeek next in line for a TikTok-like US ban?

Spotlighting Asia&#039;s next wave of innovations.

KrASIA

As part of 36Kr’s ongoing partnership with Nikkei, you can read selected content from Nikkei Asia on KrASIA.

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Nikkei Asia

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

Consumer Services

How do ideas shape industries? Learn how content, design, and digital artistry influence branding, marketing, and cultural impact.

Creative

What entertains a connected world? Track shifts in film, music, and media consumption, as platforms and audiences redefine cultural experiences.

Entertainment

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

Retail

The record-smashing animated film has fueled a blind box frenzy, sending Pop Mart’s stock soaring and its merchandise into scarcity.

Ne Zha 2 rewrites history, and Pop Mart cashes in on the craze | KrASIA

Ne Zha 2 rewrites history, and Pop Mart cashes in on the craze

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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36Kr English

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

Energy

How do businesses grow responsibly? Examine green policies, sustainable materials, and climate commitments guiding corporate strategies.

Sustainability

Increased renewable energy usage has reduced the environmental cost of sales growth.

Japan companies cut CO2 emissions while expanding businesses, study shows | KrASIA

Japan companies cut CO2 emissions while expanding businesses, study shows

Alibaba, China’s e-commerce giant, operates online retail marketplaces, cloud computing services, and digital payment networks across Asia and beyond.

Alibaba | KrASIA Archives

KrASIA Daily: Alibaba Buys China's Largest Food Delivery App Ele.me

How do platforms deliver on immediacy? Analyze ride-hailing, instant deliveries, and gig models meeting consumer needs fast.

On-demand Services

Plus, Go-Jek and Grab are asked to register in Indonesia as transport companies. SoftBank is investing $400 million in Paytm.

KrASIA Daily: Alibaba Buys China's Largest Food Delivery App Ele.me | KrASIA

KrASIA Daily: Alibaba Buys China&#8217;s Largest Food Delivery App Ele.me

I'm Xiaochun with KrASIA [kri’eɪʃə], a newborn digital media with a dedication to help Asia uncover its innovations and to create.

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Alibaba and JD Tap Underwriters for China Stock Market Homecoming

JD.com, a Chinese e-commerce leader, ensures trusted transactions, efficient logistics, and a wide product selection for online shoppers.

JD.com

Alibaba and JD could be floated in China’s A-Shares market by issuing China Deposit Recipients (CDR) in as early as June.

Alibaba and JD Tap Underwriters for China Stock Market Homecoming | KrASIA

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KrASIA Daily: Alibaba buys Pakistani e-commerce platform Daraz to expand across South Asia

How do clicks replace aisles? Explore global marketplaces, payment solutions, and technology accelerating online retail’s growth.

E-commerce

In the recent two weeks, Alibaba acquired a 45% stake in Pakistan’s Telenor Microfinance Bank and invested $ 2 billion in Lazada.

Deals | Alibaba in Rumored Talks to Buy Pakistani Daraz, Expanding E-commerce Reach Across Asia | KrASIA

Deals | Alibaba in Rumored Talks to Buy Pakistani Daraz, Expanding E-commerce Reach Across Asia

Leveraging on China’s super app WeChat, Pinduoduo is China’s 2nd largest e-commerce app.

Taobao Launches Discounts App to Fend off Intimidating Rival Pinduoduo | KrASIA

Taobao Launches Discounts App to Fend off Intimidating Rival Pinduoduo

Alibaba's total investment in Lazada now stands at $4 billion.

Deals | Alibaba Adding $2 Billion to Lazada to Speed up Southeast Asia Expansion | KrASIA

Deals | Alibaba Adding $2 Billion to Lazada to Speed up Southeast Asia Expansion

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Plus, WeChat Pay will be available to pay for ComfortDelGro Taxis. Amazon Japan had been raided by regulators.

KrASIA Daily: Alibaba to Relist in China This Summer | KrASIA

KrASIA Daily: Alibaba to Relist in China This Summer

The deal marks the biggest investment in China’s bike-sharing startups to date.

Deals | Alibaba Leads Ofo’s $866 Million Round, Upping Competition with Tencent-backed Rival Mobike | KrASIA

Deals | Alibaba Leads Ofo’s $866 Million Round, Upping Competition with Tencent-backed Rival Mobike

Ele.me is the missing piece in Alibaba’s last-mile delivery network which is critical to the company’s new retail concept.

Alibaba Just Ordered a Takeout for its New Retail Future | KrASIA

Alibaba Just Ordered a Takeout for its New Retail Future

Alibaba is rumored to pump in US$ 9.5 billion to fully acquire food delivery startup Ele.me.