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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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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

Softbank CEO Masayoshi Son is already planning a second fund.

SoftBank setting sight on Vision Fund II | KrASIA

SoftBank setting sight on Vision Fund II

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Ride-hailing investments include Didi Chuxing, Uber and Grab

Softbank consolidates its US$20b ride-hailing investments under Vision Fund | KrASIA

Softbank consolidates its US$20b ride-hailing investments under Vision Fund

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

Transportation

At the end of the day, SoftBank is the winner in ride-hailing.

Is SoftBank Really Orchestrating A Merger between Uber and Didi Chuxing? | KrASIA

Is SoftBank Really Orchestrating A Merger between Uber and Didi Chuxing?

I'm Xiaochun with KrASIA [kri’eɪʃə], a newborn digital media with a dedication to help Asia uncover its innovations and to create.

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Plus, Alibaba is in talks to build a logistics center in Thailand. Facebook is heading toward its worst month since May 2013.

KrASIA Daily: SoftBank Mulls Investing $1 Billion in China’s Truck-hailing Unicorn Manbang | KrASIA

KrASIA Daily: SoftBank Mulls Investing $1 Billion in China’s Truck-hailing Unicorn Manbang

Softbank China Venture Capital Invests in Travel & Expense Management SaaS Cloud Helios.

Enterprise services is an over-arching term to describe an architecture combining engineering discipline and computer science to solve practical business problems. 

Enterprise Services

The company claimed that it is serving companies including DiDi Chuxing, Ctrip,JD.com, and Ele.me.

Deals | Softbank China Venture Capital Invests in Travel & Expense Management SaaS Cloud Helios | KrASIA

Deals | Softbank China Venture Capital Invests in Travel &#038; Expense Management SaaS Cloud Helios

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Grab, a Southeast Asian superapp, provides ride-hailing, food delivery, and mobile payments, connecting millions to on-demand services.

Grab

SoftBank told Uber to concentrate on recovering market share in the US and key European markets.

Deals | Grab Said to Acquire Uber’s Southeast Asia Operations | KrASIA

Deals | Grab Said to Acquire Uber’s Southeast Asia Operations

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What medical tools shape care delivery? Assess medical devices, diagnostics, and digital services refining patient treatment.

Medtech

The financing was led by SB China Capital (SBCVC), with contributions from CDBI Partners, Delian Capital, as well as existing investors Zhen Fund and Matrix Partners China.