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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).

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

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

Shein, a fast fashion online retailer, updates its catalog frequently, offering trendy apparel and accessories to global style-conscious shoppers.

Shein

Temu, an emerging e-commerce marketplace, offers curated deals and value-focused shopping experiences for a global consumer base.

Temu

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

TikTok

TikTok Shop, the e-commerce arm of TikTok, enables in-app shopping by connecting users with brands and creators through live commerce and short videos.

TikTok Shop

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

Consumer Economy

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.

On-demand Services

The end of the de minimis import duty exemption has dealt a heavy blow to Chinese vendors.

US tariffs force China's e-retailers to revamp overseas sales model

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Decoding China&#039;s tech and business pulse

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Nikkei Asia

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

Artificial Intelligence

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

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

Creator Economy

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

Deep Tech

What entertains a connected world? Track shifts in film, music, and media consumption, as platforms and audiences redefine cultural experiences.

Entertainment

How does interactive entertainment evolve? Assess gaming ecosystems, esports growth, and technology enhancing virtual play.

Gaming

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

Live Streaming

How do visuals captivate global viewers? Dive into streaming services, production models, and evolving formats defining video engagement.

Video

The Tencent-backed company is recasting itself as a broader gaming platform amid tepid market conditions.

Huya’s streaming revenue dips as it shifts toward AI and gaming services

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Sudo Lim

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

Retail

By rethinking overlooked tools, Cocinare is bringing specialty brewing into homes—and onto Amazon’s bestseller lists.

What if your coffee gear had algorithms? Cocinare is brewing that future now

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network, delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends since 2010. With its extensive traffic and network, 36Kr has built a comprehensive database and strong data analytics capabilities to provide insights into China’s technology landscape.

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

JD.com

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

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COSCO

supply chain

The JV will be leveraging both sides' strength to build a global logistics network and supply chain service platform.

JD.com forms joint venture with global logistics giant COSCO

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Lao Bei

Sustainability

E-commerce brings convenience to millions of shoppers, but a worrisome side-effect is that it contributes to mounting packaging trash.

JD.com expands 'green packaging' to nearly 30 cities

JD.com expands &#8216;green packaging&#8217; to nearly 30 cities

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Song Jingli

Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com announced Monday that the company will open 15,000 new positions for entry-level employees and managers, 67% of which are

After firing underperforming senior executives, JD.com wants to hire 15,000 new employees

Amid China's slowing economy, JD.com is not alone in doing so as Didi Chuxing is in a 2,000-employee layoff process and Alibaba has also confirmed that it is more cautious in new hiring.

JD.com confirms it's going to fire underperforming senior executives to strengthen "entrepreneurial spirit"

JD.com confirms it&#8217;s going to fire underperforming senior executives to strengthen &#8220;entrepreneurial spirit&#8221;

Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com has bought a 100 percent stake in a landmark hotel located in Beijing’s Zhongguancun region, also known as China’s

JD.com buys indebted Beijing hotel at $395m, but claims it will not enter hotel sector

drone deliveries in Indonesia

JD.id

The drone delivered a 10kg package of backpacks and books to an Islamic school in West Java.

JD warms Indonesia up to drone deliveries with first government-endorsed test flight

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Khamila Mulia

What medical tools shape care delivery? Assess medical devices, diagnostics, and digital services refining patient treatment.

Medtech

e-health

m-health

This is a big move for JD as it legalizes online diagnosis and for the first time extends public medical insurance benefits online.

JD.com is revolutionizing health services in founder's hometown

JD.com is revolutionizing health services in founder&#8217;s hometown

Gojek, an Indonesian superapp, covers on-demand rides, food delivery, and financial services, enriching daily urban life.

Gojek

Go-Jek is reportedly investing hundreds of millions of dollars in JD.ID.

Go-Jek said to invest in JD.ID at $1b valuation, Indonesia might have its fifth unicorn soon

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Mars Woo

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

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

The offices of these entrepreneurs closely reflect their personality and character.

[REVEALED] Here's a look at the offices of Internet big shots in China

[REVEALED] Here&#8217;s a look at the offices of Internet big shots in China

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JD.com

JD.com forms joint venture with global logistics giant COSCO

JD.com expands ‘green packaging’ to nearly 30 cities

After firing underperforming senior executives, JD.com wants to hire 15,000 new employees

JD.com confirms it’s going to fire underperforming senior executives to strengthen “entrepreneurial spirit”

JD.com buys indebted Beijing hotel at $395m, but claims it will not enter hotel sector

JD warms Indonesia up to drone deliveries with first government-endorsed test flight

JD.com is revolutionizing health services in founder’s hometown

Go-Jek said to invest in JD.ID at $1b valuation, Indonesia might have its fifth unicorn soon

[REVEALED] Here’s a look at the offices of Internet big shots in China

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