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

Deep Tech

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

Semiconductors

Local chip leaders, led by Eswin, are expanding capacity in a push for self-sufficiency

China targets 70% advanced domestic silicon wafer use by 2026

Photo shows Huawei’s “Now Is Your Spark” product launch event in Bangkok, Thailand, on May 7, 2026.

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

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

East Asia

Huawei, a global telecom and smartphone vendor, delivers networking equipment, 5G solutions, and consumer devices integrating cutting-edge tech.

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

Consumer Economy

What fits the world in your pocket? Track device innovation, OS ecosystems, and connectivity shaping smartphone usage.

Smartphones

Thailand

The flagship tablet anchored a wider lineup aimed at strengthening Huawei’s position across consumer devices.

Huawei’s MatePad Pro Max leads Bangkok launch as tablets, wearables take focus

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T. K. Lin

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Alibaba co-founder Peng Lei's wealth: USD 4.6 billion

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

Ant Group, a fintech powerhouse, offers digital payments, wealth management tools, and micro loans, enabling borderless, mobile-first financial services.

Ant Group

How can businesses drive positive change? Study policies, ESG strategies, and community initiatives fostering global social advancement.

Social Impact

Five of the ten richest females in China are from the real estate industry.

KEY STAT | Alibaba and Ant shareholder Lucy Peng is back on the list of China's richest female entrepreneurs

KEY STAT | Alibaba and Ant shareholder Lucy Peng is back on the list of China&#8217;s richest female entrepreneurs

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Julianna Wu

What fuels startup ecosystems? Review funding rounds, investor strategies, and market insights guiding entrepreneurial growth.

Venture Capital

China Venture Roundup

Strategic investments taking the lead — third week in a row. We continue to keep an eye on a diverse range of promising companies, including Galaxyspace, which has just joined the unicorn club.

Space Tech startup joins the unicorn club & a report on the trillion-dollar fresh food industry | China's Venture Roundup Volume 11

Space Tech startup joins the unicorn club &#038; a report on the trillion-dollar fresh food industry | China&#8217;s Venture Roundup Volume 11

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KrASIA Venture Roundup

Asia's Innovation Resource Platform

The seventh installment of AIRP (Asia’s Innovation Resource Platform) saw JG Digital Equity Ventures discuss the digital transformation of traditional banks.

AIRP Exchange Series 7: JG Digital Equity Ventures open to exploring overseas partners to aid digitalization of traditional banks

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AIRP

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

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

Didi

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

Kuaishou

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

Pinduoduo revolutionizes e-commerce with social group buying, connecting budget-conscious shoppers to discounts on a broad range of products.

Pinduoduo

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

E-commerce

Latecomers have to be able to endure large-scale losses, says Haitong's Natalie Wu.

ByteDance and Kuaishou venture into China's red-hot group-buying sector

ByteDance and Kuaishou venture into China&#8217;s red-hot group-buying sector

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Song Jingli

The sixth installment of AIRP (Asia’s Innovation Resource Platform) saw K3 Ventures discuss upcoming consumer brands, transformative agritech solutions as well as health and wellness in China.

AIRP Exchange Series 6: K3 Ventures seeks overseas consumer brands, agritech and wellness partners in China

Oppo, a Chinese smartphone producer, emphasizes advanced camera features, sleek designs, and immersive audiovisual experiences.

Oppo

Southeast Asia’s tech ecosystem is a melting pot of startups and businesses of all sizes, all vying for rapid growth.

Southeast Asia

Xiaomi crafts affordable smartphones, wearables, and IoT devices, appealing to users who seek innovation, quality, and budget-friendly tech.

Xiaomi, Huawei, and Oppo currently take nearly 66% of the country’s mobile market share.

How China's smartphone titans grew to dominate Myanmar's fledging market

How China&#8217;s smartphone titans grew to dominate Myanmar&#8217;s fledging market

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Stephanie Li

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

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

Autonomous Vehicles

What powers tomorrow’s roads? Explore EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and battery advances sparking the shift toward sustainable transport.

Electric Vehicles

After surviving last year's financial trouble, Nio has ramped up efforts in its self-driving division.

Nio relaunches in-house development of L4 autonomous driving technology

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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Revenue growth of AliHealth in H1 2020: 74%

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

JD.com

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

Retail

Around 84% of the revenue was generated from direct sales of medicine and healthcare products.

KEY STAT | AliHealth turns profitable after strong revenue growth

omnichannel

three squirrels

China's first online snack brand scampered to success on the rise of e-commerce operations. However, the firm is now targeting offline operations.

Three Squirrels' continued growth is a hard nut to crack

Three Squirrels&#8217; continued growth is a hard nut to crack

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China

KEY STAT | Alibaba and Ant shareholder Lucy Peng is back on the list of China’s richest female entrepreneurs

Space Tech startup joins the unicorn club & a report on the trillion-dollar fresh food industry | China’s Venture Roundup Volume 11

AIRP Exchange Series 7: JG Digital Equity Ventures open to exploring overseas partners to aid digitalization of traditional banks

ByteDance and Kuaishou venture into China’s red-hot group-buying sector

AIRP Exchange Series 6: K3 Ventures seeks overseas consumer brands, agritech and wellness partners in China

How China’s smartphone titans grew to dominate Myanmar’s fledging market

Nio relaunches in-house development of L4 autonomous driving technology

KEY STAT | AliHealth turns profitable after strong revenue growth

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