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But tensions with the US still cast a cloud over overseas expansion ambitions.

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What shapes modern healthcare and agriculture? Examine biotech startups, gene editing, and drug discovery unlocking biological potential.

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Hong Kong

New capital, maturing pipelines, and a more global R&D mindset are pushing valuations higher, even as competition tightens.

Hong Kong biotech enters its second act with a licensing supercycle

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With AI-powered systems and energy-efficient infrastructure, the site reflects Midea’s smart building ambitions.

Midea opens new Shanghai campus to anchor its global innovation push

ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

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YY's Likee already has over 115 million monthly active users worldwide and is growing fast.

Video | Is Likee becoming the next TikTok?

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James Chan

What drives digital education adoption? Analyze e-learning apps, AI-driven assessments, and tools enhancing student engagement.

Edtech

How does learning transcend classrooms? Investigate online courses, adaptive learning tools, and global educational platforms.

Education

The company behind TikTok has been active in the edtech sector, pushing a series of apps and platforms for language learners.

CHINA BRIEF | ByteDance launches new English learning app 'E Say'

CHINA BRIEF | ByteDance launches new English learning app &#8216;E Say&#8217;

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For ByteDance, Indonesia offers a tremendous opportunity with over 60 million Gen Z and 63.5 million millennials.

ByteDance's music streaming app Resso is set to take on competitors in Indonesia: Interview with country manager Tricia Dizon

ByteDance&#8217;s music streaming app Resso is set to take on competitors in Indonesia: Interview with country manager Tricia Dizon

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Khamila Mulia

The Beijing-based company called the speculation "not accurate", in response to local media outlets.

CHINA BRIEF | ByteDance denies rumored Hong Kong IPO plan

The accelerator was launched in March with a USD 125 million fund.

CHINA BRIEF | ByteDance's founder donates USD 10 million to COVID-19 therapeutics accelerator project backed by Bill Gates

CHINA BRIEF | ByteDance&#8217;s founder donates USD 10 million to COVID-19 therapeutics accelerator project backed by Bill Gates

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

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

JD.com

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The app is still not available to the public, but might be at the end of May.

JD.com teases work collaboration market as it unveils video conferencing app JoyMeeting

Q&amp;A

The world’s most valuable startup is hiring in Singapore and other locations around the globe.

“This is only the beginning”: Helena Lersch on how ByteDance is shaping up in Southeast Asia

The startup has launched two new education apps, both featuring an AI-powered interactive aid in the shape of a cartoon dragon.

TikTok-owner ByteDance eyes expansion in online education with help of AI dragon ‘tutor’

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The ambitious leadership behind ByteDance is planning international expansion while leaving the China market to trusted hands who created Douyin and TikTok.

BIZ IN GRAPHICS | Meet the people behind the most downloaded social app amid COVID-19 outbreak

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ByteDance

Video | Is Likee becoming the next TikTok?

CHINA BRIEF | ByteDance launches new English learning app ‘E Say’

ByteDance’s music streaming app Resso is set to take on competitors in Indonesia: Interview with country manager Tricia Dizon