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

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Can AI finally help hearing aids deliver in noisy environments?

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

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

Southeast Asia’s tech ecosystem is a melting pot of startups and businesses of all sizes, all vying for rapid growth.

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Smart Tourism 4.0: Travel meets tech in Malaysia. As Malaysia opens its borders, companies that improve tourist experiences are having their day in the sun.

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Smart Tourism 4.0: Travel meets tech in Malaysia

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Take flight with Pegasus: Q&A with Aaron Sarma, general partner of ScaleUp Malaysia. The accelerator offers coaching for Malaysian entrepreneurs.

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Cambodia builds up EV infrastructure to speed electric ambitions. Aim is for 40% of cars and urban buses, 70% of motorbikes to be electric by 2050.

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Cambodia builds up EV infrastructure to supercharge electric ambitions

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Carbon literacy and lighter living: Q&A with Ben Gleisner of Cogo. The green fintech firm is developing its operations in Asia.

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The growing popularity of ‘buy now, pay later’ in Singapore. The BNPL sector’s gross merchandise value is estimated to reach USD 3 billion by 2028.

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The growing popularity of ‘buy now, pay later’ in Singapore

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Quiet accomplishments: Q&A with Michael Yao, partner at ZWC Partners. The investment firm localizes by performing deep research on the ground.

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Wallet Codes: A digital marketplace for gamers. The gamer-focused sales platform now operates as an independent entity.

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Wallet Codes: A digital marketplace for gamers

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Smart Tourism 4.0: Travel meets tech in Malaysia

Take flight with Pegasus: Q&A with Aaron Sarma, general partner of ScaleUp Malaysia

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Cambodia builds up EV infrastructure to supercharge electric ambitions

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