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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.

East Asia

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

JD.com

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

Consumer Services

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

E-commerce

What changes the way we shop? Review fresh inventory management, dark stores, and logistics driving door-to-door grocery services.

Grocery Delivery

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

On-demand Services

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

Retail

With new locations opening in Beijing and Tianjin, JD.com is doubling down on its hybrid grocery strategy.

JD.com’s 7Fresh ramps up warehouse store expansion in key cities | KrASIA

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JD.com’s 7Fresh ramps up warehouse store expansion in key cities

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Qatar

A surge in investor participation and startup activity signals that Qatar’s investment in innovation is paying off.

From World Cup to Web Summit: Qatar strengthens its global business appeal | KrASIA

From World Cup to Web Summit: Qatar strengthens its global business appeal

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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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

Indonesia

Malaysia

Philippines

Singapore

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

Deals in brief: Intudo leads Elevarm’s pre-Series A round, Shoppable secures seed investment, three Malaysian firms raise funding, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Intudo leads Elevarm’s pre-Series A round, Shoppable secures seed investment, three Malaysian firms raise funding, and more

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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.

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How does dinner arrive at your door? Study platform partnerships, last-mile delivery, and culinary trends powering the takeaway economy.

Food Delivery

Merchants are eager, service providers are scrambling, and competitors are watching. Will JD.com’s food delivery bet pay off?

JD.com steps into food delivery, but Meituan isn’t flinching—yet | KrASIA

JD.com steps into food delivery, but Meituan isn’t flinching—yet

Keeta, an independent brand of Meituan, specializes in food and consumer product delivery services.

Keeta

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

Logistics

With its open skies and friendly policies, Dubai serves as the perfect launchpad for Meituan’s aerial delivery ambitions.

Meituan’s drone delivery debuts in Dubai, eyeing a future in last-mile logistics | KrASIA

Meituan’s drone delivery debuts in Dubai, eyeing a future in last-mile logistics

Xiaoxiang Supermarket leverages digital channels to deliver groceries and essentials directly to local consumers’ doorsteps.

Xiaoxiang Supermarket

Saudi Arabia

Building on Keeta’s success, Meituan brings its quick commerce model to Saudi Arabia’s booming grocery delivery market.

Meituan’s Xiaoxiang Supermarket makes global debut, starting in Saudi Arabia | KrASIA

Meituan’s Xiaoxiang Supermarket makes global debut, starting in Saudi Arabia

The Chinese delivery giant outperformed forecasts after making headway in quick commerce.

Meituan beats expectations with strong Q3 results and quick commerce gains | KrASIA

Meituan beats expectations with strong Q3 results and quick commerce gains

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

Co-founder Wang Huiwen is back to drive Meituan’s exploration of AI applications.

Meituan co-founder returns to lead company’s AI ambitions | KrASIA

Meituan co-founder returns to lead company’s AI ambitions

Keeta, Meituan’s delivery app, enters the Saudi market through Al Kharj instead of the capital Riyadh.

Meituan’s Keeta launches in Saudi Arabia, igniting competition and price hikes | KrASIA

Meituan’s Keeta launches in Saudi Arabia, igniting competition and price hikes

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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Meituan’s second-quarter report shows profit margins reaching new highs as business strategy shifts inward.

Meituan’s focus on efficiency pays off with record profits, reducing new business losses | KrASIA

Meituan’s focus on efficiency pays off with record profits, reducing new business losses

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

ByteDance

Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok, showcases locally popular short videos, influencer content, and creative challenges optimized for China’s market.

Douyin

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

Live Streaming

Clear victories are rare when internet giants lock horns. Douyin and Meituan’s drawn-out fight in the city of Wenzhou illustrates how these battles can play out.

Exclusive: Skirmishes in Wenzhou bring Douyin and Meituan’s three-year showdown to life | KrASIA

Exclusive: Skirmishes in Wenzhou bring Douyin and Meituan’s three-year showdown to life

Commerce

Delivery

Douyin's slowed aggression has allowed Meituan to rebound with reduced losses and a surge in daily orders.