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Sales rose 4% in early 2025, as an eight-point blueprint seeks to raise the minimum wage and bolster stocks.

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AI breakthroughs from companies like DeepSeek may finally crack the “cocktail party” problem for hearing aids.

Can AI finally help hearing aids deliver in noisy environments? | KrASIA

Can AI finally help hearing aids deliver in noisy environments?

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Sharge has sidestepped the mass market, focusing instead on high-end, tech-savvy customers—and now, AI hardware users.

This company sells power banks and chargers that cost twice as much—and still has a cult following | KrASIA

This company sells power banks and chargers that cost twice as much—and still has a cult following

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

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Strong US and Asian investors’ demand for its first new share sale since listing in New York comes even as Nio says it will not pay dividends any time soon.

Loss-making Chinese Tesla rival Nio expands new American depositary shares sale, raises USD 428 million on strong demand | KrASIA

Loss-making Chinese Tesla rival Nio expands new American depositary shares sale, raises USD 428 million on strong demand

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Existing investor Tencent will secure 2.8% of Nio's ADS for about USD 10 million.

Nio to raise over USD 344 million by offering 60 million ADSs amid tight liquidity | KrASIA

Nio to raise over USD 344 million by offering 60 million ADSs amid tight liquidity

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The firm expects to break its quarterly record for vehicles delivered in the second quarter.

Chinese Tesla competitor Nio's revenues down nearly 16% in Q1, but firm predicts swift recovery | KrASIA

Chinese Tesla competitor Nio&#8217;s revenues down nearly 16% in Q1, but firm predicts swift recovery

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EV maker's crucial deal in Anhui follows attempts with Beijing and Shanghai.

China startup Nio gains USD 1 billion state funding to chase Tesla | KrASIA

China startup Nio gains USD 1 billion state funding to chase Tesla

Nio's new model has a starting price of USD 66,165 and promises a range of up to 580 kilometers.

CHINA BRIEF | Nio starts deliveries of its all-new ES8 SUV flagship | KrASIA

CHINA BRIEF | Nio starts deliveries of its all-new ES8 SUV flagship

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As the COVID-19 outbreak adds heavy pressure to the market, Chinese authorities have decided to extend the EV subsidies for two additional years.

BIZ IN GRAPHICS | China EV market hit hard by coronavirus after a tough 2019 [Update] | KrASIA

BIZ IN GRAPHICS | China EV market hit hard by coronavirus after a tough 2019 [Update]

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The company has entered into collaborations with several electric car manufacturers including Nio, Enovate, and Aiways.

CHINA BRIEF | Solid-state battery maker ProLogium closes USD 100 million Series D round | KrASIA

CHINA BRIEF | Solid-state battery maker ProLogium closes USD 100 million Series D round

The company forecasted Q1 revenues between USD 173.7 million and 179 million, below analysts’ estimates of USD 398 million. 

Chinese EV startup Nio’s shares slump 16% after reporting dire outlook amid coronavirus outbreak | KrASIA

Chinese EV startup Nio’s shares slump 16% after reporting dire outlook amid coronavirus outbreak

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

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The new app is compatible with all Nio's models currently on sale.

Nio

Loss-making Chinese Tesla rival Nio expands new American depositary shares sale, raises USD 428 million on strong demand

Nio to raise over USD 344 million by offering 60 million ADSs amid tight liquidity

Chinese Tesla competitor Nio’s revenues down nearly 16% in Q1, but firm predicts swift recovery