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BYD, a Chinese EV maker, produces electric cars, buses, and batteries, accelerating adoption of sustainable transportation worldwide.

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

Geely, a Chinese automaker, integrates advanced engineering, EV tech, and international brand acquisitions to expand its global footprint.

Geely

Leapmotor

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

Lynk &amp; Co, a mobility brand, offers connected cars and flexible ownership options, blending digital innovation with urban commuting needs.

Lynk &amp; Co

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

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

Xpeng Motors

Zeekr crafts premium electric vehicles with smart connectivity, performance enhancements, and sleek luxury appeal for modern drivers.

Zeekr

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

Xiaomi's EV segment turns its first profit, but Chinese industry shares sink amid a hazy outlook.

BYD, Xpeng, and rivals race to shore up growth as investors turn skeptical

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Photo of a Miniso pop-up in India, featuring the company’s latest products themed after Disney’s Zootopia 2.

Miniso sells low-cost lifestyle goods, home essentials, and personal care items, making everyday products accessible to broader markets.

Miniso

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

Consumer Economy

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

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

Retail

The tie-up gives Disney a timely marketing lift as it works to rebound from a challenging year at the box office.

Disney taps Miniso partnership to boost Zootopia 2 buzz

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Strutt’s first product is a LiDAR-equipped personal mobility device that uses AI to go beyond the traditional wheelchair format.

Former DJI engineer launches Strutt to bring a human touch to mobility tech

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

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

Semiconductors

Can Xreal’s latest innovation raise the bar in augmented reality technology?

Xreal debuts new AR glasses featuring proprietary X1 chip

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

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

TikTok

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

Content

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

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

Video

The platform now faces a critical January 2025 deadline after a US federal court upheld the controversial sell-or-ban legislation.

TikTok on the clock: ByteDance faces US divestiture deadline

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

Ant Group

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

Artificial Intelligence

The founder gave a rare speech during Alipay and Ant Group’s anniversary celebration, urging staff to embrace AI’s transformative potential.

Jack Ma at Ant Group’s 20th anniversary: "AI will bring on an even greater era"

Jack Ma at Ant Group’s 20th anniversary: &#8220;AI will bring on an even greater era&#8221;

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

Autonomous Vehicles

Doubling down on E2E frameworks, the Chinese automaker restructures its smart driving division to streamline production and R&D.

Li Auto leans into end-to-end autonomy with smart driving overhaul

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

Deep divides between hardware builders and software developers reveal a fragmented robotics field, even as integration emerges as key to future success.

Robotics startups face pecking order struggles as hardware and AI camps clash

Cotti Coffee, founded by Luckin Coffee's original team, is a coffee chain known for its aggressive expansion, affordable pricing, and global ambitions.

Cotti Coffee

Coffee

Speaking at the 36Kr WISE2024 summit, Cotti’s chief strategist detailed how pricing and supply chain efficiency are driving the brand’s rapid expansion.

Cotti Coffee maps out plan to make coffee a daily staple in China

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

Douyin

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

E-commerce

Douyin’s e-commerce operations will consolidate under unified management to boost collaboration across merchant tiers.

Douyin E-commerce reorganizes ops to streamline merchant support

Founded by Kai-Fu Lee, 01.AI specializes in AI solutions, delivering tools for enterprise automation, predictive analytics, and smart decision-making.

01.AI

Foundation and Large Models

The AI veteran discusses the industry’s evolution, highlighting opportunities in cost-efficient models and the race to turn innovation into impact.

Kai-Fu Lee on AI’s next frontier: From scaling law to application-first strategies

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

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

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When do companies invite public investment? Understand listing criteria, underwriter roles, and regulatory steps defining initial offerings.

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What happens after acquisitions close? Examine deal structures, operational improvements, and exit strategies molding corporate outcomes.

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