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

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Manycore unveils Aholo and LuxReal to ground the next wave of generative AI in the physical world.

Once a 3D design startup, Manycore now wants to give AI a sense of place

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

Creative

Where do style and commerce meet? Examine supply chains, sustainable sourcing, and digital trends influencing global fashion markets.

Fashion

With craftsmanship rooted in the culture of the Central Plains, Songmont has built a global following.

As Western luxury slows, Chinese brands like Songmont set the new standard

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

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

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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.

Pan joins to lead the development of Meituan’s LongCat app and large model.

Meituan hires top talent Pan Xin as it doubles down on AI

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

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Apple designs iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers, coupling sleek hardware with robust software ecosystems and service offerings.

Apple

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

How do connected devices shape daily life? Examine IoT sensors, data platforms, and security protocols integrating smart tech into homes and cities.

Internet of Things

The rapid growth of the IoT sector has drawn in Huawei amid falling smartphone sales.

Huawei's IoT ambition poses challenge to Xiaomi and Apple

Huawei&#8217;s IoT ambition poses challenge to Xiaomi and Apple

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How does information move at light speed? Review 5G rollouts, fiber networks, and connectivity standards advancing global communication.

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China’s largest smartphone vendor has been forced to develop its own operating system for both smartphones and computers after being added to a US blacklist.

Huawei signs maps deal with Dutch firm TomTom to develop own smartphone apps

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What grounds digital progress in physical form? Analyze chipsets, sensors, and advanced components driving device performance.

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Huawei's results come at a time when pressure from the US has led to a drop in international sales.

Huawei ships 240 million smartphones in 2019, up 16.5% year-on-year

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Cloud and AI division will become Huawei's fourth business group.

Huawei to focus on cloud and AI business amid fierce competition

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Zheng Gang will be the new chief strategic officer of Huawei's intelligent automotive solutions arm.

Huawei appoints Chinese EV veteran to develop its smart automotive business

Huawei said that its revenue for 2019 jumped 18% to USD 122 billion.

Huawei said to be in talks with banks to raise USD 2 billion despite being on US blacklist

Huawei shipped a total of 240 million devices in 2019, up from over 200 million units last year.

Huawei sees ‘difficult year’ ahead after it closes 2019 with 18% revenue growth despite US trade ban

Tencent and ByteDance are also important players in this field.

Huawei challenges Alibaba's teamwork platform DingTalk with new product WeLink

Huawei challenges Alibaba&#8217;s teamwork platform DingTalk with new product WeLink

Wency Chen is a reporter KrASIA based in Beijing, covering tech innovations in&amp;beyond the Greater China Area. Previously, she studied at Columbia Journalism School and reported on art exhibits, New York public school systems, LGBTQ+ rights, and Asian immigrants. She is also an enthusiastic reader, a diehard fan of indie rock and spicy hot pot, as well as a to-be filmmaker (Let’s see). Follow her on Twitter: @ChenWQ45 Tips go to: wency@kr-asia.com

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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.

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

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

Didi

JD.com, a Chinese e-commerce leader, ensures trusted transactions, efficient logistics, and a wide product selection for online shoppers.

JD.com

Nio, a Chinese electric car maker, specializes in high-performance EVs, battery-swapping solutions, and autonomous driving technologies.

Pinduoduo revolutionizes e-commerce with social group buying, connecting budget-conscious shoppers to discounts on a broad range of products.

Pinduoduo

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2019 turns out to be an eventful year for Chinese tech tycoons. Hear what those who rein in the powerhouses have to say to wrap up the year.

Infographic | What did the bosses say about China tech 2019

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