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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

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

Pinduoduo

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

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

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

A 30% duty applies to packages valued at USD 800 or less—or a flat rate of USD 25 per item, whichever is higher.

US revokes duty-free status for cheap China goods used by Shein, Temu | KrASIA

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US revokes duty-free status for cheap China goods used by Shein, Temu

Spotlighting Asia&#039;s next wave of innovations.

KrASIA

As part of 36Kr’s ongoing partnership with Nikkei, you can read selected content from Nikkei Asia on KrASIA.

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Nikkei Asia

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

Deep Tech

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

Robotics

Known for its robot vacuums, Dreame is now expanding into the broader home appliance market.

Dreame is bringing its machines into your kitchen—and it’s just getting started | KrASIA

Dreame is bringing its machines into your kitchen—and it’s just getting started

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network. Since 2010, 36Kr has been delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends. 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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36Kr English

Image of the SU7, Xiaomi’s first electric vehicle model.

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

Xiaomi

What powers tomorrow’s roads? Explore EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and battery advances sparking the shift toward sustainable transport.

Electric Vehicles

How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

Mobility

How do goods and people flow worldwide? Examine transport networks, logistics innovations, and policies shaping global connectivity.

Transportation

As investigations continue into the March 29 accident, scrutiny grows over smart driving systems and the global image of Chinese EVs.

Recent SU7 crash tests Xiaomi’s EV ambitions—and China’s credibility abroad | KrASIA

Recent SU7 crash tests Xiaomi’s EV ambitions—and China’s credibility abroad

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

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How are driverless systems redefining mobility? Uncover sensor technologies, regulatory frameworks, and AI driving cars without human intervention.

Autonomous Vehicles

How do we store tomorrow’s power? Evaluate battery R&amp;D, manufacturing progress, and recycling strategies fueling energy independence.

Batteries

Some argue that Nio is treading a financial tightrope to chase its long-term vision. But the company's CEO, William Li, remains resolute about its future prospects.

Nio's William Li on the company's R&D progress and business boundaries | KrASIA

Nio&#8217;s William Li on the company&#8217;s R&#038;D progress and business boundaries

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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NIO aims to double its sales target in 2023 despite reporting a record high operating loss in Q4 2022.

Chinese EV maker NIO reports record high operating loss in Q4 2022 | KrASIA

Chinese EV maker NIO reports record high operating loss in Q4 2022

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KrASIA Writers

More electric vehicle manufacturers, NIO among them, are looking to secure lithium resources via investment.

NIO to invest more than RMB 600 million in Argentinian lithium mine project | KrASIA

NIO to invest more than RMB 600 million in Argentinian lithium mine project

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

Smartphones

EV maker Nio is entering the smartphone business. The Chinese carmaker is on a hiring spree to fill the ranks of its smartphone division.

EV maker Nio is entering the smartphone business | KrASIA

EV maker Nio is entering the smartphone business

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Jiaxing Li

Nio’s Q3 losses narrow due to growing demand for EVs. It delivered 24,439 vehicles in Q3, beating analyst estimates of 22,980 units.

Nio’s Q3 losses narrow due to growing demand for EVs | KrASIA

Nio’s Q3 losses narrow due to growing demand for EVs

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Mengyuan Ge

Nio’s October deliveries plunge 65% due to unstable supply chain and production upgrades. Chinese EV makers have posted mixed business results for October.

Nio’s October deliveries plunge 65% due to unstable supply chain and production upgrades | KrASIA

Nio’s October deliveries plunge 65% due to unstable supply chain and production upgrades

What keeps financial services compliant? Assess monitoring tools, automation platforms, and frameworks ensuring regulatory alignment.

Regtech

China's local carbon emissions trading pilots in Shanghai and Hubei point to eventual diversification at the national level.

China's carbon emissions trading pilots point to eventual diversification at the national level | KrASIA

China&#8217;s carbon emissions trading pilots point to eventual diversification at the national level

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36Kr Global Research

The Middle East’s growing tech ecosystem harnesses the enterprising spirit of innovators from its diverse cultural markets.

Mobileye will utilize the Nio SE8 electric SUV in its robotaxi fleet.

Mobileye to launch pilot for self-driving taxis in Munich, Tel Aviv in 2022 | KrASIA

Mobileye to launch pilot for self-driving taxis in Munich, Tel Aviv in 2022

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NoCamels

Li Auto develops electric vehicles that combine smart cockpit systems, advanced safety features, and long-distance battery support.

Li Auto

Tesla’s electric cars, battery storage systems, and solar energy solutions shape sustainable transportation and power grids.

Tesla

Xpeng Motors builds intelligent EVs equipped with advanced infotainment systems, autonomous features, and sleek electric mobility designs.

Xpeng Motors

Fatal crash involving Nio assisted driving tech spurs debate about deceptive marketing practices for EVs. There have been deadly consequences on the roads.

Nio

Nio’s William Li on the company’s R&D progress and business boundaries