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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

This Chinese entrepreneur is leading a global Rubik’s Cube renaissance with Gancube.

Gancube’s premium puzzle: How a champion turned his passion for the Rubik’s Cube into a global business | KrASIA

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Gancube’s premium puzzle: How a champion turned his passion for the Rubik’s Cube into a global business

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

KrASIA

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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36Kr English

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

TSMC, a leading semiconductor manufacturer, delivers advanced chipsets that enable next-generation devices and cloud computing servers.

TSMC

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

Artificial Intelligence

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

Deep Tech

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

Drones

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

Robotics

TSMC's CEO says the "world's richest man" is also focusing on robots over cars.

TSMC chief says robots and AI drones to drive tech innovation | KrASIA

TSMC chief says robots and AI drones to drive tech innovation

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

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

Consumer Services

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

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

Retail

Hong Kong

MGP’s stellar debut sets it apart, but long-term success hinges on R&D, diversification, and sustaining its premium appeal in a cooling beauty market.

After its dazzling IPO, Mao Geping Cosmetics must now deliver | KrASIA

After its dazzling IPO, Mao Geping Cosmetics must now deliver

China | KrASIA Archives

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

ByteDance

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

Douyin

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

Content

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

E-commerce

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 refuted claims tying its ad revenue solely to e-commerce, highlighting its diverse revenue streams and evolving ecosystem.

Douyin E-commerce clarifies ad revenue rumors amid online speculation | KrASIA

Douyin E-commerce clarifies ad revenue rumors amid online speculation

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

Miniso

Meeting for the first time, the two leaders outlined their vision for Yonghui Superstores following Miniso’s landmark acquisition.

Miniso and Pangdonglai founders meet to chart Yonghui’s transformation | KrASIA

Miniso and Pangdonglai founders meet to chart Yonghui’s transformation

SenseTime’s AI solutions power facial recognition, image processing, and autonomous driving, serving governments, enterprises, and research institutes.

SenseTime

Artificial intelligence

SenseTime spins off non-core segments into standalone units in pursuit of profitability.

SenseTime restructures to focus on AI cloud and vision models | KrASIA

SenseTime restructures to focus on AI cloud and vision models

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

Geely

How do we operate off Earth? Explore satellites, launch services, and research ventures pioneering new space economies.

Space Tech

Geely’s commercial aerospace unit highlights the role of satellite technology in advancing mobility and communication paradigms.

Geespace’s satellites take center stage at supply chain expo | KrASIA

Geespace’s satellites take center stage at supply chain expo

Pony.ai develops self-driving technologies for cars and trucks, collaborating with automakers to bring safer, fully autonomous mobility to public roads and fleet services worldwide.

Pony.ai

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

Autonomous Vehicles

How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

Mobility

Once China’s most valuable autonomous driving startup, Pony.ai’s trajectory from sky-high valuations to post-IPO scrutiny underscores the shifting tides of tech investment.

Pony.ai’s IPO: A reflection on tech dreams and harsh market realities | KrASIA

Pony.ai’s IPO: A reflection on tech dreams and harsh market realities

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

Xiaomi

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

Electric Vehicles

By embracing CarPlay and enhancing its HyperOS system, Xiaomi aims to attract Apple users and strengthen its position in the EV market.

Xiaomi's EV strategy drives forward with Apple integration in focus | KrASIA

Xiaomi&#8217;s EV strategy drives forward with Apple integration in focus

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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

Meituan

How does dinner arrive at your door? Study platform partnerships, last-mile delivery, and culinary trends powering the takeaway economy.

Food Delivery

What changes the way we shop? Review fresh inventory management, dark stores, and logistics driving door-to-door grocery services.

Grocery Delivery

How do goods cross borders seamlessly? Examine warehousing tech, route optimization, and data analytics building efficient supply chains.

Logistics

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

On-demand Services

The Chinese delivery giant outperformed forecasts after making headway in quick commerce.

Meituan beats expectations with strong Q3 results and quick commerce gains | KrASIA

Meituan beats expectations with strong Q3 results and quick commerce gains

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

Huawei

Huawei and JAC are banking on the Maextro S800’s blend of tradition and innovation to justify its lofty price tag.

Maextro S800: Huawei’s audacious bid to win the luxury EV market | KrASIA

Maextro S800: Huawei’s audacious bid to win the luxury EV market

The Chinese streaming giant is betting on short-form content and subscription tweaks to sustain its upward momentum.