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

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

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

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

Borrowing from the playbook of autonomous vehicles, Dreame uses LiDAR tech to achieve what traditional garden toolmakers couldn’t.

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How does finance become frictionless? Examine digital banking, payment innovation, and lending platforms redefining financial access.

How does credit flow online? Explore digital lending tools, alternative scoring, and services accelerating capital access.

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Indonesia's financial authority has moved to regulate unlicensed financial advisers to protect novice investors.

Indonesia's "finfluencers" under scrutiny as P2P lending bubble bursts

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

Consumer Economy

The company is leaning on its R&D investment as innovation across the home appliance market slows.

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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.

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

E-commerce

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

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Moderate growth amid a challenging landscape may be Alibaba’s new normal. Despite the negative sentiment, there are bright spots for the e-commerce giant.

Moderate growth amid a challenging landscape may be Alibaba’s new normal

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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Alibaba skips earnings guidance as chairman warns of 'uncertainties.' Revenue in March quarter beats estimates, but growth still at record low.

Alibaba skips earnings guidance as chairman warns of 'uncertainties'

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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.

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How do ideas shape industries? Learn how content, design, and digital artistry influence branding, marketing, and cultural impact.

Creative

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

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From Douyin clone to global sensation: How TikTok took the world by storm. ByteDance’s acquisition of Musical.ly made TikTok one of the most popular apps.

From Douyin clone to global sensation: How TikTok took the world by storm

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CATL manufactures batteries that power electric vehicles, energy storage, and renewable energy infrastructures globally.

How do we store tomorrow’s power? Evaluate battery R&amp;D, manufacturing progress, and recycling strategies fueling energy independence.

Batteries

State-backed battery maker gives competitive jolt to China's CATL. CALB racks up orders from carmakers seeking alternative supply source.

State-backed battery maker gives competitive jolt to China's CATL

State-backed battery maker gives competitive jolt to China&#8217;s CATL

The Uptake | Make It Rain. Find out more about ByteDance's CFO.

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

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

Mobility

What redefines personal transport? Investigate pricing models, user experience, and new entrants reshaping door-to-door mobility.

Ride-hailing

Didi shareholders back US delisting, shares fall 4%. The Chinese ride-hailer has endured complex cybersecurity review by Beijing since its IPO.

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