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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

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

What fits the world in your pocket? Track device innovation, OS ecosystems, and connectivity shaping smartphone usage.

Smartphones

The disclosure comes as Huawei regains the top spot on a full-year basis in mainland China’s smartphone market.

Huawei nears record revenue amid ongoing US export controls

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T. K. Lin

Photo of Wang Xingxing, founder of Unitree Robotics.

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

Deep Tech

Embodied Intelligence

How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

Robotics

Founder Wang Xingxing reflects on deploying robots at the Lunar New Year gala and outlines Unitree’s next steps.

After this year’s gala spectacle, where is Unitree Robotics headed?

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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Cheng Zi

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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Oceania

Singapore

Southeast Asia

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

Deals in brief: Eezee and Diaflow raise funding, VentureTech backs two Malaysian firms, DBS launches AI-focused IPO fund with Granite Asia, and more

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Sudo Lim

NetEase, a Chinese Internet services firm, offers online gaming, music streaming, and e-commerce platforms, engaging millions of digital users.

NetEase

NetEase | KrASIA

What sets the world’s soundtrack? Follow streaming royalties, label strategies, and genre shifts guiding the global music industry’s rhythm.

Music

Chinese music streaming app Boomplay has over 77 million users in sub-Saharan countries and is going for more.

Connecting African listeners to the global music scene: Inside China's Startups

Connecting African listeners to the global music scene: Inside China&#8217;s Startups

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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Wency Chen

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

Gaming

JD.com IPO finds strong demand, as Chinese companies turn to city after US threats.

NetEase soars on Hong Kong debut, in upbeat sign for secondary listings

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Nikkei Asia

Tencent, a Chinese tech conglomerate, invests in gaming, social media, and cloud services, supporting entertainment and connectivity worldwide.

Visual Stories

Tencent's Honor of Kings and PUBG Mobile continue to be the highest-grossing mobile games worldwide.

KEY STAT | Honor of Kings drove up 15% of Tencent's mobile game revenue in May

KEY STAT | Honor of Kings drove up 15% of Tencent&#8217;s mobile game revenue in May

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Sakura Studio is NetEase’s second, high-profile overseas studio after opening a centre in Montreal last November.

NetEase launches its first console-dedicated gaming studio in Tokyo as it steps up global expansion

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South China Morning Post

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 Economy

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

E-commerce

JD.com's stock price on Nasdaq reached a record peak of USD 59.17 on Monday.

CHINA BRIEF | JD.com to be traded in Hong Kong starting June 18 amid Nasdaq fears

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

More US-listed Chinese companies are considering a secondary listing in Hong Kong, giving the financial hub a boost.

KEY STAT | Mainland companies account for almost 80% of Hong Kong Stock Exchange market cap

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

Bilibili

The Hong Kong stock exchange may expect more secondary listings as Chinese companies feel the chill from overseas capital markets.

TECH PANORAMA | Which will be the next Chinese company to file for 'homecoming' listing? [Update]

TECH PANORAMA | Which will be the next Chinese company to file for &#8216;homecoming&#8217; listing? [Update]

The move follows Alibaba and NetEase, both of which moved to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange amid turbulent US-China relations.

Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com steps towards Hong Kong secondary listing

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Song Jingli

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

Telecommunications

In March, Huawei announced it would work with Tencent on cloud gaming, AI, VR, and AR.

NetEase

Connecting African listeners to the global music scene: Inside China’s Startups

NetEase soars on Hong Kong debut, in upbeat sign for secondary listings

KEY STAT | Honor of Kings drove up 15% of Tencent’s mobile game revenue in May