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

Deep Tech

How is healthcare going digital? Investigate telemedicine, wearable sensors, and data-driven platforms improving patient experiences.

Health Tech

What medical tools shape care delivery? Assess medical devices, diagnostics, and digital services refining patient treatment.

Medtech

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

Semiconductors

Malaysia

Penang's state chief wants to foster an "ecosystem for innovation" as supply chains shift.

Malaysia's investment "sweet spot," Penang, to open new tech park | KrASIA

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Malaysia&#8217;s investment &#8220;sweet spot,&#8221; Penang, to open new tech park

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

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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

Nio, a Chinese electric car maker, specializes in high-performance EVs, battery-swapping solutions, and autonomous driving technologies.

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

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

Transportation

Firefly, Nio’s third automotive brand, is set to unveil its first model at Nio Day on December 21, with a China debut leading its rollout.

Nio’s Firefly prepares for takeoff with a SAIC veteran at its helm | KrASIA

Nio’s Firefly prepares for takeoff with a SAIC veteran at its helm

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network. Since 2010, 36Kr has been providing high-quality content around China’s innovation and new economy trends. With the traffic and network it has built, 36Kr has developed a comprehensive database and strong data analytics capabilities of the technology landscape in China.

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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.

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

Artificial Intelligence

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

Investment

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

Hong Kong

Artificial intelligence

The ByteDance co-founder’s Hong Kong-based firm will target early-stage tech investments, with artificial intelligence expected to be a core focus.

Zhang Yiming enters private equity with AI-focused Cool River Venture | KrASIA

Zhang Yiming enters private equity with AI-focused Cool River Venture

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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Baidu leads Chinese search engines, voice assistants, autonomous driving research, and AI platforms connecting users with information and services.

Baidu

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Li Auto develops electric vehicles that combine smart cockpit systems, advanced safety features, and long-distance battery support.

Li Auto

WM Motor creates user-centric electric cars and integrates connectivity, smart interfaces, and eco-friendly powertrains.

WM Motor

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

Xpeng Motors

The share of new energy vehicles in China is predicted to rise to 20% of overall new car sales by 2025.

Baidu considers entry into electric vehicle production: Report | KrASIA

Baidu considers entry into electric vehicle production: Report

Wency Chen is a reporter KrASIA based in Beijing, covering tech innovations in&amp;beyond the Greater China Area. Previously, she studied at Columbia Journalism School and reported on art exhibits, New York public school systems, LGBTQ+ rights, and Asian immigrants. She is also an enthusiastic reader, a diehard fan of indie rock and spicy hot pot, as well as a to-be filmmaker (Let’s see). Follow her on Twitter: @ChenWQ45 Tips go to: wency@kr-asia.com

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Wency Chen

Didi, a Chinese mobility platform, connects riders to taxis, private cars, and ride-sharing options, integrating AI-driven route optimization.

Didi

Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok, showcases locally popular short videos, influencer content, and creative challenges optimized for China’s market.

Douyin

Kuaishou, best known for its short video platform, drives user-generated content, influencer marketing, and community engagement through shareable clips.

Kuaishou

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

Entertainment

What happens when viewers join in real time? Explore live streaming platforms, audience interaction tools, and brand opportunities in instant video.

Live Streaming

Can brief clips hold lasting impact? Analyze short-form content trends, creator communities, and platform strategies for rapid viewer engagement.

Short Video

Douyin Huoshan and Douyin have more than 600 million daily active users.

Former Didi executive joins ByteDance's Douyin Huoshan | KrASIA

Former Didi executive joins ByteDance&#8217;s Douyin Huoshan

Total trips completed by WeRide robotaxis: 147,128

How are driverless systems redefining mobility? Uncover sensor technologies, regulatory frameworks, and AI driving cars without human intervention.

Autonomous Vehicles

WeRide and Baidu are in a race to offer China's first "true" driverless taxis.

KEY STAT | Robotaxi operator WeRide reports successful first year of service | KrASIA

KEY STAT | Robotaxi operator WeRide reports successful first year of service

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Julianna Wu

Baidu's purchase of YY Live is unlikely to go ahead, says Kaiyuan's Brock Silvers.

Short seller Muddy Waters attacks entertainment firm JOYY, calls it 'near-total fraud' | KrASIA

Short seller Muddy Waters attacks entertainment firm JOYY, calls it &#8216;near-total fraud&#8217;

Singapore

Baidu CEO Robin Li said in the earnings call that revenue from its own livestreaming business has grown 80% year-on-year last month.

Baidu Q3 results beat expectations, to acquire YY Live from JOYY | KrASIA

Baidu Q3 results beat expectations, to acquire YY Live from JOYY

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Song Jingli

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

E-commerce

Out of 200 million search inquiries on Baidu each day, more than 30 million are related to e-commerce.

Baidu teams up with Amazon to expand e-commerce business | KrASIA

Baidu teams up with Amazon to expand e-commerce business

What hovers over new frontiers? Explore drone logistics, aerial data collection, and surveillance tools shaping multiple industries.

Drones

How do connected devices shape daily life? Examine IoT sensors, data platforms, and security protocols integrating smart tech into homes and cities.

Internet of Things

Smart farms are in the making as China's farmers are aging.

Baidu

Baidu considers entry into electric vehicle production: Report

Former Didi executive joins ByteDance’s Douyin Huoshan

KEY STAT | Robotaxi operator WeRide reports successful first year of service

Short seller Muddy Waters attacks entertainment firm JOYY, calls it ‘near-total fraud’

Baidu Q3 results beat expectations, to acquire YY Live from JOYY

Baidu teams up with Amazon to expand e-commerce business

Agricultural drone maker XAG raises USD 182 million, the biggest-ever round in the sector

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