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BYD, a Chinese EV maker, produces electric cars, buses, and batteries, accelerating adoption of sustainable transportation worldwide.

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

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

Discounts of up to 34% add to pressure that could squeeze out weaker players.

BYD price bombshell raises specter of wider China EV consolidation

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Decoding China&#039;s tech and business pulse

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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.

The startup is building bots that prioritize emotional presence over technical perfection, hoping that’s what wins over families.

Joyin races to rewire homes with emotionally aware robots

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

Batteries

How is power evolving? Review renewable sources, grid innovations, and efficiency measures driving cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

Energy

The Chinese firm hopes its “cold core” architecture will reshape expectations for the 4680 form factor.

Can cylindrical EV batteries make a comeback? Talent New Energy thinks so

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

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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

Innovation and aggressive sales tactics have allowed Pinduoduo to thrive amidst cutthroat competition. But is its time in the sun running out?

As Q3 figures fail to impress, can China's breakout e-commerce upstart retain its shine?

As Q3 figures fail to impress, can China&#8217;s breakout e-commerce upstart retain its shine?

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Low De Wei and Song Jingli

The company now takes user engagement as the top priority over monetization, but difficulties remain ahead.

Five key challenges for China's Pinduoduo to gain a firm foothold in e-commerce sector

Five key challenges for China&#8217;s Pinduoduo to gain a firm foothold in e-commerce sector

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Song Jingli

In the next three years, Pinduoduo will introduce more than 10,000 international brands to its platform.

With 20,000 import goods, Pinduoduo wants to leverage Black Friday to lure consumers

Pinduoduo reached 536.3 million active buyers, up 39% year-on-year.

Despite widening losses, Pinduoduo continues to prioritize user engagement over monetization (updated)

Part of the company's efforts to reframe Pinduoduo as a marketplace for branded merchandise.

Pinduoduo now also wants to tap China's agricultural supply chain sector

Pinduoduo now also wants to tap China&#8217;s agricultural supply chain sector

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

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

JD.com

Alibaba and JD.com reached new sales records as spending money on Nov. 11 becomes a shopping ritual in China.

Infographic | Splashing 1482 billion in one day, China successfully overwrites "Singles' Day" with "Double eleven"

Infographic | Splashing 1482 billion in one day, China successfully overwrites &#8220;Singles&#8217; Day&#8221; with &#8220;Double eleven&#8221;

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Julianna Wu

The world's largest online shopping gala sheds a light into Chinese consumption.

Five e-commerce trends showcased by Alibaba's Singles' Day

Five e-commerce trends showcased by Alibaba&#8217;s Singles&#8217; Day

Chinese regulators recently underlined their opposition to monopolistic practices and unfair competition.

Alibaba's Tmall slapped with another lawsuit over abuse of market power on the eve of “Double 11”

Alibaba&#8217;s Tmall slapped with another lawsuit over abuse of market power on the eve of “Double 11”

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

Chinese online retailers are gearing up for the upcoming "Double 11" shopping festival.

Pinduoduo

As Q3 figures fail to impress, can China’s breakout e-commerce upstart retain its shine?

Five key challenges for China’s Pinduoduo to gain a firm foothold in e-commerce sector

With 20,000 import goods, Pinduoduo wants to leverage Black Friday to lure consumers

Despite widening losses, Pinduoduo continues to prioritize user engagement over monetization (updated)

Pinduoduo now also wants to tap China’s agricultural supply chain sector

Infographic | Splashing 1482 billion in one day, China successfully overwrites “Singles’ Day” with “Double eleven”

Five e-commerce trends showcased by Alibaba’s Singles’ Day

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