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This Chinese robotics firm is making factory AI modular, global—and scalable

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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.

Explore East Asia’s thriving tech hubs, global electronics producers, and fast-evolving digital platforms shaping cross-border innovation.

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

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

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

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

Autonomous Vehicles

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

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

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Regulators are shifting the focus from splashy claims to core safety features, rethinking what autonomy should mean.

After a fatal SU7 crash, China reins in “smart driving” hype

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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Targeted dialogues and policy consultations at BIIT paved the way for Chinese firms to expand globally.

BIIT 2025 unlocks market access through strategic negotiations

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Daily Digest | Is Singapore a crypto haven?

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Forge Ventures launches USD 21.88 million debut fund for 15 early-stage startups. The firm has invested in three Southeast Asian firms so far.

Forge Ventures launches USD 21.88 million debut fund for 15 early-stage startups

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Khamila Mulia

GoTo, formed by Gojek and Tokopedia, merges ride-hailing, logistics, and retail into a single super-app ecosystem.

GoTo

Tokopedia, an Indonesian online marketplace, empowers entrepreneurs, brands, and SMEs to reach digital-savvy consumers.

Tokopedia

Traveloka, a Southeast Asian travel platform, helps users book flights, hotels, and local experiences seamlessly.

Traveloka

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How does credit flow online? Explore digital lending tools, alternative scoring, and services accelerating capital access.

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Kredivo, Akulaku, Home Credit, Traveloka PayLater, and Shopee PayLater are the main providers of "buy now, pay later" offerings in Indonesia.

'Buy now, pay later' is taking off in Indonesia, but risks are high

&#8216;Buy now, pay later&#8217; is taking off in Indonesia, but risks are high

The Uptake Daily Digest | Mapping the creator economy.

Daily Digest | Mapping the creator economy

Monsinee Nakapanant, Co-President of Ascend Money

What streamlines global commerce? Examine digital wallets, cross-border remittances, and instant settlement technologies.

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Ascend Money becomes Thailand’s first fintech unicorn. In 2020, the fintech firm logged USD 14 billion payment volume.

Ascend Money becomes Thailand’s first fintech unicorn

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Stephanie Li

How do goods cross borders seamlessly? Examine warehousing tech, route optimization, and data analytics building efficient supply chains.

Logistics

How do platforms deliver on immediacy? Analyze ride-hailing, instant deliveries, and gig models meeting consumer needs fast.

On-demand Services

Ninja Van raises USD 578 million from Alibaba and other investors. Alibaba Group joined the investment as a new backer of Ninja Van.

Ninja Van raises USD 578 million from Alibaba and other investors

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TechInnovation 2021 virtual exhibition to showcase sustainable energy, food, and healthcare solutions from September 28 to 30, 2021.

TechInnovation 2021 virtual exhibition to showcase sustainable energy, food, and healthcare solutions

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The Uptake Daily Digest | Only 445,000 fans.

Daily Digest | Only 445,000 fans

How do ideas shape industries? Learn how content, design, and digital artistry influence branding, marketing, and cultural impact.

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

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Bigo Live reached 29.5 million average monthly active users in the second quarter of the year. Now, the platform will also target the e-commerce sector.