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Prada, Wynn, and others are betting on lifestyle experiences to offset slowing retail, but the real shift may be cultural.

As China’s luxury market cools, brands turn to food and wine to stir demand

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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.

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Nvidia develops GPUs for gaming, AI, and data centers, fueling graphics, machine learning, and compute-intensive workloads.

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The US market serves as both the backbone and the driving force behind global technological advancements.

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.

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

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Trump export controls are expected to slash USD 8 billion from H20 chip revenue in Q2.

US wins if DeepSeek runs on American AI chips, Nvidia CEO says

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

Lumos is advancing humanoid robots beyond vision and large models, integrating tactile sensing to give machines a new mode of real-world interaction.

Touch-enabled robots inch closer to reality as Lumos Robotics secures new funding

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

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Plus, Asia Law Network has expanded its Quick Consult service to Hong Kong, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia and Indonesia. India will move to stamp out use of cryptocurrencies.

KrAsia Daily: Alibaba Became Biggest Shareholder in BigBasket, Eyeing to Best Amazon in India

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Plus, Vertex Ventures invests in Malaysia-based retail technology company StoreHub. Uber Chief Executive Dara Khosrowshahi will make his first visit to Asia next month 

KrAsia Daily: U.S.’s 2nd Largest Food Retailer Kroger and China's E-Commerce Giant Alibaba Said to Explore Collaboration

KrAsia Daily: U.S.’s 2nd Largest Food Retailer Kroger and China&#8217;s E-Commerce Giant Alibaba Said to Explore Collaboration

Brick-and-mortar stores are pushed to embrace technologies.

Kroger Explores Collaboration with Alibaba to Thwart Amazon

China’s top bike-sharing startup appears to be undergoing cash woes.

Deals | Raise or Fail? Ofo Reportedly Seeking New Financing to Sustain Operation

News and features that prepare you for the upcoming new year, as well as a video that shows a simple version of Harry Potter’s invisibility cloak.

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Plus, Japan’s Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) plans to buy a majority stake in PT Bank Danamon Indonesia. Apple saw a 26% decrease in profit in the third quarter.

Kr-Asia Daily: Alibaba-Backed Hellobike Lands $152.5M

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

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The company plans to use the proceeds to further improve its technology.

Deals | Self-Service Sockets Provider Suxian Cloud Lands $2.3M Funding, Tapping into WeChat-Based Management System

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The bike-sharing startup had just closed a $350 million round led by Alibaba's affiliate Ant Financial earlier this month.

News Flash: Alibaba-Backed Hellobike Lands $152.5M Series D2 from Fosun and GGV Capital

When it comes to AI, talent means everything. That’s why big companies and start-ups alike are snapping up AI-savvy talent, regardless of the cost.