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ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

ByteDance

China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company, develops large language models and machine learning solutions for enterprise applications and scientific research.

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

East Asia

TikTok hosts short-form videos spanning entertainment, education, and branded content, capturing global audiences and driving cultural trends.

TikTok

What guides machine-led insights? Uncover AI applications, language models, and decision-making systems transforming sectors worldwide.

Artificial Intelligence

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

Deep Tech

Artificial intelligence

Washington calls DeepSeek a national security threat, but Donald Trump disagrees.

Is DeepSeek next in line for a TikTok-like US ban? | KrASIA

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Is DeepSeek next in line for a TikTok-like US ban?

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 sets the bar for convenience? Examine on-demand platforms, subscription models, and personalization transforming consumer expectations.

Consumer Services

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

Creative

What entertains a connected world? Track shifts in film, music, and media consumption, as platforms and audiences redefine cultural experiences.

Entertainment

How do stores adapt to digital shifts? Explore e-commerce integration, inventory analytics, and omnichannel strategies for modern shoppers.

Retail

The record-smashing animated film has fueled a blind box frenzy, sending Pop Mart’s stock soaring and its merchandise into scarcity.

Ne Zha 2 rewrites history, and Pop Mart cashes in on the craze | KrASIA

Ne Zha 2 rewrites history, and Pop Mart cashes in on the craze

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

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

Energy

How do businesses grow responsibly? Examine green policies, sustainable materials, and climate commitments guiding corporate strategies.

Sustainability

Increased renewable energy usage has reduced the environmental cost of sales growth.

Japan companies cut CO2 emissions while expanding businesses, study shows | KrASIA

Japan companies cut CO2 emissions while expanding businesses, study shows

SoftBank is a global tech investor fueling startups, telecommunications ventures, and AI-driven innovations across international markets.

SoftBank

SoftBank | KrASIA Archives

What fuels startup ecosystems? Review funding rounds, investor strategies, and market insights guiding entrepreneurial growth.

Venture Capital

SoftBank Group

SoftBank Ventures Asia

Softbank Ventures Korea

SoftBank Ventures Asia's focused on AI in Asia comes as AI investments in the region are expected to continue to rise.

SoftBank Group's early venture arm rebrands, to focus on AI startups in Asia | KrASIA

SoftBank Group&#8217;s early venture arm rebrands, to focus on AI startups in Asia

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Mars Woo

Grab might be receiving up to $5 billion in Series H, beyond the planned 3 billion.

SoftBank to invest in Grab's Series H, boosting the latest round up to $5b | KrASIA

SoftBank to invest in Grab&#8217;s Series H, boosting the latest round up to $5b

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Robin Moh

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

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

Tokopedia

How do clicks replace aisles? Explore global marketplaces, payment solutions, and technology accelerating online retail’s growth.

E-commerce

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e-commerce in Indonesia

Leontinus Alpha Edison

Softbank Vision Fund

Taobao

William Tanuwijaya

SoftBank affiliated funds and Alibaba's Taobao are the biggest backers behind Tokopedia.

Snapshot of Tokopedia's company structure and major shareholders | KrASIA

Snapshot of Tokopedia&#8217;s company structure and major shareholders

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Nadine Freischlad

WeWork, the larger than life monopoly game in China

WeWork offers flexible coworking spaces worldwide, nurturing entrepreneurial communities and modern work environments.

WeWork

Goldman Sachs

Hony Capital

Softbank

Vision Fund

SoftBank appears to be going all in on this American co-working space giant.

SoftBank in talks to acquire majority stake in WeWork | KrASIA

SoftBank in talks to acquire majority stake in WeWork

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Elaine Huang

How does learning transcend classrooms? Investigate online courses, adaptive learning tools, and global educational platforms.

Education

baidu

edtech in China

Zuoyebang

This might be another Chinese edtech IPO in the making.

Japan's SoftBank in talks with Chinese education app over potential $500m investment | KrASIA

Japan&#8217;s SoftBank in talks with Chinese education app over potential $500m investment

Didi, a Chinese mobility platform, connects riders to taxis, private cars, and ride-sharing options, integrating AI-driven route optimization.

Didi

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

Transportation

Daiichi Koutsu Sangyo

Didi Chuxing

With mainland China being a top source of tourism for Japan, Didi can be sure to leverage this trend with its new service in Osaka.

Didi launches taxi-hailing in Japan through SoftBank joint venture | KrASIA

Didi launches taxi-hailing in Japan through SoftBank joint venture

Oyo, an Indian hospitality platform, aggregates affordable accommodations, bringing travelers budget hotels and homestays under one brand.

Hotel

Oyo Rooms

China is a huge market for India-based budget hotel operator OYO Rooms, which just raised its biggest fundraising round yet.

India's Oyo confirms $1b fundraise, more than half to be spent on China business | KrASIA

India&#8217;s Oyo confirms $1b fundraise, more than half to be spent on China business

Alibaba seeks SoftBank help to battle Meituan.

KrASIA Weekly: SoftBank is at it again | KrASIA

KrASIA Weekly: SoftBank is at it again

SoftBank China-backed logistics startup seeks to make last mile delivery service profitable

Founded in May 2014, Zhijian Shenghuo Pai claims to be China’s largest last mile delivery network company.

Deals | SoftBank China-backed logistics startup seeks to make last mile delivery service profitable | KrASIA

Deals | SoftBank China-backed logistics startup seeks to make last mile delivery service profitable

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SoftBank

SoftBank Group’s early venture arm rebrands, to focus on AI startups in Asia

SoftBank to invest in Grab’s Series H, boosting the latest round up to $5b

Snapshot of Tokopedia’s company structure and major shareholders