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Anta, a Chinese sportswear brand, specializes in performance-driven design, equipping athletes and consumers with innovative sports apparel and footwear.

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China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

China

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

East Asia

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

Consumer Economy

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

Retail

Under new leadership and a revamped retail approach, Maia Active is narrowing its focus, trimming SKUs, and aiming to become China’s Lululemon alternative.

Maia Active finds second wind with Anta’s backing and a yoga-first strategy

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36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network, delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends since 2010. 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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What lies beyond familiar frontiers? Investigate emerging tech—like quantum computing and AI—transforming traditional sectors.

Deep Tech

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

Energy

The legislation would strip away tax credits, making investors think twice.

Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" threatens to pull plug on China solar players

Trump&#8217;s &#8220;Big Beautiful Bill&#8221; threatens to pull plug on China solar players

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

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

President Ma Donghui takes control of product, supply, and sales as the company prepares new EV releases.

Li Auto unites R&D and sales to counter Xiaomi’s YU7 momentum

Li Auto unites R&#038;D and sales to counter Xiaomi’s YU7 momentum

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

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

Douyin

Meituan, China’s all-in-one local services platform, covers food delivery, travel bookings, and lifestyle deals, simplifying daily consumer choices.

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

On-demand Services

The Chinese on-demand shopping platform has maintained its leading position despite the arrival of a new competitor in the form of ByteDance-owned Douyin.

Calmer waters arrive for Meituan after fending off Douyin

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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

TikTok

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

E-commerce

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Controversy around TikTok’s Project S could trigger regulatory change to protect the interests of local MSMEs in Indonesia.

Indonesia responds to TikTok’s Project S amid MSME concerns

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Shein, a fast fashion online retailer, updates its catalog frequently, offering trendy apparel and accessories to global style-conscious shoppers.

Shein

What drives digital storytelling? Examine content creation, distribution channels, and media platforms connecting audiences worldwide.

Content

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

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

Short Video

How do visuals captivate global viewers? Dive into streaming services, production models, and evolving formats defining video engagement.

Video

US consumers are still choosing these apps despite privacy concerns, suggesting that they provide a superior user experience.

The Allure of Chinese Apps: Factors Behind Their Rise in the US

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Security concerns and lack of market access drives crackdowns around the world.

Chinese apps catch up with US peers despite headwinds

Called Youshi, the app is a community-based platform for sharing life experiences, offering a wide range of content including food guides, travel photos, and practical skills.

ByteDance Launches New App for Sharing Experiences

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ByteDance joins the fray in the fast-fashion industry with a new clothing retail platform available on its Douyin app.

ByteDance Launches Fast-Fashion Clothing Store on Douyin App

Byte's new lifestyle app Lemon8 unexpectedly takes the US app market by storm, even ranking first in the lifestyle app category.

Bytedance’s Lemon8 App Gains Popularity in the US Market

ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, is set to report profits of USD 25 billion this year, an increase of almost 80%.

ByteDance's Profits Soar 80%, Surpassing Alibaba and Tencent for the First Time

ByteDance&#8217;s Profits Soar 80%, Surpassing Alibaba and Tencent for the First Time

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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.

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

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

JD.com

Tencent, a Chinese tech conglomerate, invests in gaming, social media, and cloud services, supporting entertainment and connectivity worldwide.

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

Artificial Intelligence

China authorities say to be wary of hype as companies chase AI opportunities.