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South Korea's gender chasm: Women still consigned to dim job and life prospects | KrASIA

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Qatar

With backing from Qatar’s sovereign fund, the enterprise cloud software provider is making its first push into the Middle East.

Can China’s Kingdee turn Qatar into its MENA gateway? | KrASIA

Can China’s Kingdee turn Qatar into its MENA gateway?

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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.

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Bringing you the latest updates on funding deals and activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Airwallex expands into Vietnam with CTIN Pay acquisition, Finory and Darwinbox raise funding, 16 new China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Airwallex expands into Vietnam with CTIN Pay acquisition, Finory and Darwinbox raise funding, 16 new China deals, and more

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KrASIA Writers

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

East Asia

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

ByteDance

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

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

Content

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

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

ByteDance’s Melolo aims to expand the global reach of China’s popular short drama format, offering fast, engaging storytelling.

ByteDance takes short dramas global with Melolo launch | KrASIA

ByteDance takes short dramas global with Melolo launch

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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Baidu leads Chinese search engines, voice assistants, autonomous driving research, and AI platforms connecting users with information and services.

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

Artificial intelligence

Tech giants like Baidu are moving beyond the hype of large models, focusing on practical AI tools that deliver real-world value.

Baidu bets on practical AI as industry shifts to real-world applications | KrASIA

Baidu bets on practical AI as industry shifts to real-world applications

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Sohu, a Chinese internet company, offers diverse services including news aggregation, online gaming, and video streaming.

Sohu

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

Xiaomi

From Sohu’s Charles Zhang to Xiaomi’s Lei Jun, CEOs are embracing influencer roles to authentically drive brand visibility and engagement.

Entrepreneurs turn influencers: The new face of marketing? | KrASIA

Entrepreneurs turn influencers: The new face of marketing?

Bilibili, an online entertainment platform, features anime, gaming videos, live streams, and interactive communities appealing to younger audiences.

Bilibili

Who thrives in a digitally democratized landscape? Discover how independent creators, influencers, and educators monetize content and expertise.

Creator Economy

What happens when viewers join in real time? Explore live streaming platforms, audience interaction tools, and brand opportunities in instant video.

Live Streaming

Gaming content creators reclaim the spotlight in Bilibili’s 2024 UP100 list.

Bilibili’s UP100 crowns gaming as the comeback category of 2024 | KrASIA

Bilibili’s UP100 crowns gaming as the comeback category of 2024

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

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

Consumer Services

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

Retail

One of China’s largest hypermarket chains, Sun Art’s RT-Mart embarks on a new chapter under DCP Capital’s ownership.

RT-Mart turns new page as Alibaba takes a hit with Sun Art exit | KrASIA

RT-Mart turns new page as Alibaba takes a hit with Sun Art exit

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

TikTok

The countdown to January 10 begins, as the Supreme Court prepares to rule on whether ByteDance must divest TikTok’s US operations or face an outright ban.

TikTok's ticking clock: The app’s fate in the US hangs in the balance | KrASIA

TikTok&#8217;s ticking clock: The app’s fate in the US hangs in the balance

Grab, a Southeast Asian superapp, provides ride-hailing, food delivery, and mobile payments, connecting millions to on-demand services.

Grab

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

Cambodia

Saudi Arabia

Deals in brief: Grab acquires Cambodia’s Nham24, Alibaba to sell majority stake in Sun Art and form JV with Shinsegae, 14 new China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Grab acquires Cambodia’s Nham24, Alibaba to sell majority stake in Sun Art and form JV with Shinsegae, 14 new China deals, and more

CapCut, a video editing and graphic design platform by ByteDance, empowers creators with intuitive tools and templates to craft engaging and shareable content.

CapCut

ByteDance’s CapCut head exits as the company redefines its strategy, prioritizing AI-driven innovation like the Dreamina platform.

CapCut leader Zhang Xiaoran departs as ByteDance doubles down on AI | KrASIA

CapCut leader Zhang Xiaoran departs as ByteDance doubles down on AI

Honda, a Japanese automobile and motorcycle manufacturer, produces fuel-efficient cars, eco-friendly hybrid models, and advanced mobility solutions.

Honda

Discover how Japan’s advanced manufacturing, robotics, and consumer electronics brands drive global technology trends.

Nissan, a Japanese automaker, is known for leading the development of electric vehicles, fuel-efficient cars, and advanced safety technologies.

Nissan

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

The potential union of Honda and Nissan could create the world’s third largest automaker.