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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

Luckin Coffee provides app-based ordering, convenient pickup, and a broad beverage menu, reshaping China’s coffee consumption patterns.

Luckin Coffee

Mixue Bingcheng runs beverage shops, leveraging mobile ordering and social commerce to serve refreshing drinks and desserts.

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

Coffee

Luckin’s latest acquisition and Mixue’s coffee trials point to a widening split in strategy.

China’s coffee market splits in two as Luckin moves upmarket and Mixue digs deeper

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China Restaurant Insider

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DJI sets industry standards in drone technology, offering aerial imaging, filming solutions, and advanced flight controls for professionals and hobbyists.

Departures at DJI have raised concerns, but there’s a contrarian view worth considering.

Why DJI’s talent outflow may be a sign of strength, not weakness

Cheng Zi is based in China, covering technology- and business-related events. She works with her colleagues at 36Kr Global to provide coverage in both English and Chinese.

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

Investment

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

Why do firms join forces? Investigate synergy goals, valuation methods, and negotiations driving corporate consolidation.

Merger &amp; Acquisition

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

Private Equity

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

Venture Capital

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Singapore

Southeast Asia

Thailand

Bringing you the latest updates on funding and investment activity across the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: GIC backs legal AI firm Harvey, Amity and Startale raise funding, China logs 14 investments, and more

An alias used when humans and machines team up in our newsroom. Articles under this byline may be shaped with the help of AI, but are always vetted by a human before publication.

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

Didi

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

On-demand Services

Plus, ComfortDelGro mulls partnership with Go-Jek. Facebook released rulebook.  

KrASIA Daily: China's ride-hailing giant Didi Chuxing reportedly in talks for IPO 

KrASIA Daily: China&#8217;s ride-hailing giant Didi Chuxing reportedly in talks for IPO 

I'm Xiaochun with 36Kr Global [kri’eɪʃə], a newborn digital media with a dedication to help Asia uncover its innovations and to create.

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Plus, Razer acquires MOL. Walmart is close to buying a majority stake in Flipkart.

KrASIA Daily: Didi Chuxing enters Uber's key market Mexico 

KrASIA Daily: Didi Chuxing enters Uber&#8217;s key market Mexico 

Didi Chuxing claimed it's the largest food delivery app in Wuxi city eight days after its launch.

Meituan-Dianping and Didi Chuxing both Claim Temporary Victory over Competition to Evolve into China's Super Service App

Meituan-Dianping and Didi Chuxing both Claim Temporary Victory over Competition to Evolve into China&#8217;s Super Service App

The launching of Didi Chuxing, the landscape of the ride-hailing market, and the Chinese ride-hailing giant's showdown with Uber, all in Mexico.

Didi Chuxing to Rival Uber in Mexico

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China’s largest ride-hailing company is facing challenges from Meituan-Dianping and AutoNavi.

Losing $300M in 2017, Didi Chuxing Wants to Turn a Profit in 2018 Amid Fierce Competition

In a monopoly, customers will pay more than they would in a competitive market.

Turning Monopoly into a Duopoly?--Chinese Ride-sharing Business Enters the Path of Competition, again

Turning Monopoly into a Duopoly?&#8211;Chinese Ride-sharing Business Enters the Path of Competition, again

Chauncey Jung works with a unicorn Internet firm based out of Beijing. His professional experience pays him off an insider perspective over China’s internet industry. Completed his bachelor and master education in Canada, Chauncey is obsessed with trending technologies and economic developments across Asia. He can be reached at chaunceyzhang@foxmail.com.

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Plus, Singapore to investigate the Uber-Grab deal. Tesla's semiautonomous system was engaged in the fatal crash of its Model X.

KrASIA Daily: Didi Chuxing Launches Food-delivery Pilot in Wuxi to Contend against Meituan-Dianping

How do goods and people flow worldwide? Examine transport networks, logistics innovations, and policies shaping global connectivity.

Transportation

Didi Chuxing is likely to provide a platform where automakers will provide cars for rental.

Didi Chuxing Kicking off Car-Rental Service and Who Still Wants to Own A Car?

Meituan-Dianping is reportedly launching ride-hailing service in 7 major cities in China.

Didi

KrASIA Daily: China’s ride-hailing giant Didi Chuxing reportedly in talks for IPO

KrASIA Daily: Didi Chuxing enters Uber’s key market Mexico

Meituan-Dianping and Didi Chuxing both Claim Temporary Victory over Competition to Evolve into China’s Super Service App