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

DJI sets industry standards in drone technology, offering aerial imaging, filming solutions, and advanced flight controls for professionals and hobbyists.

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

East Asia

What drives digital storytelling? Examine content creation, distribution channels, and media platforms connecting audiences worldwide.

Content

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

Creative

What happens when viewers join in real time? Explore live streaming platforms, audience interaction tools, and brand opportunities in instant video.

Live Streaming

Can brief clips hold lasting impact? Analyze short-form content trends, creator communities, and platform strategies for rapid viewer engagement.

Short Video

How do visuals captivate global viewers? Dive into streaming services, production models, and evolving formats defining video engagement.

Video

A year after launch, DJI’s Osmo Pocket 3 remains hard to find, fueled by social media buzz, a growing female user base, and the vlogging boom.

DJI’s Pocket 3 is selling out faster than it can restock—here’s why | KrASIA

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DJI’s Pocket 3 is selling out faster than it can restock—here’s why

Spotlighting Asia&#039;s next wave of innovations.

KrASIA

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

JD.com

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

Consumer Services

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

E-commerce

What changes the way we shop? Review fresh inventory management, dark stores, and logistics driving door-to-door grocery services.

Grocery Delivery

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

On-demand Services

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

Retail

With new locations opening in Beijing and Tianjin, JD.com is doubling down on its hybrid grocery strategy.

JD.com’s 7Fresh ramps up warehouse store expansion in key cities | KrASIA

JD.com’s 7Fresh ramps up warehouse store expansion in key cities

Qatar

A surge in investor participation and startup activity signals that Qatar’s investment in innovation is paying off.

From World Cup to Web Summit: Qatar strengthens its global business appeal | KrASIA

From World Cup to Web Summit: Qatar strengthens its global business appeal

I'm Xiaochun with 36Kr Global [kri’eɪʃə], a newborn digital media with a dedication to help Asia uncover its innovations and to create.

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Xiaochun Zhao

Tencent, a Chinese tech conglomerate, invests in gaming, social media, and cloud services, supporting entertainment and connectivity worldwide.

Tencent

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Tencent CEO Pony Ma: No ICO But is Exploring Blockchain Applications

This marks the first time in nearly two decades that Tencent has cancelled its much-anticipated red packet handout to employees.

Tencent boss Pony Ma won’t hand out red packets this year amid Wuhan virus concerns | KrASIA

Tencent boss Pony Ma won’t hand out red packets this year amid Wuhan virus concerns

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SCMP

What sets the world’s soundtrack? Follow streaming royalties, label strategies, and genre shifts guiding the global music industry’s rhythm.

Music

QYin can recognize songs playing nearby and on apps such as Douyin, Kuaishou, and Bilibili.

Tencent releases Shazam-like music recognition app | KrASIA

Tencent releases Shazam-like music recognition app

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

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

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

Didi

Ele.me, a Chinese online food delivery platform, partners with local restaurants to provide fast, convenient dining options to urban consumers.

Ele.me

Meituan, China’s all-in-one local services platform, covers food delivery, travel bookings, and lifestyle deals, simplifying daily consumer choices.

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

Pinduoduo

What redefines personal transport? Investigate pricing models, user experience, and new entrants reshaping door-to-door mobility.

Ride-hailing

Companies have taken a series of measures to contain the illness.

How Chinese tech companies are responding to the coronavirus outbreak | KrASIA

How Chinese tech companies are responding to the coronavirus outbreak

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Videos

Tinder is one of the most popular dating apps worldwide but it's not available in China

These are some of the most popular alternatives to Tinder in China | KrASIA

These are some of the most popular alternatives to Tinder in China

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James Chan

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

ByteDance

WeChat, Tencent’s superapp, combines messaging, social media, mobile payments, and mini-programs, streamlining daily tasks for over a billion users.

WeChat

The desktop version provides 20Gb of free cloud storage.

ByteDance brings Flipchat to PC, again challenging Tencent in social messaging | KrASIA

ByteDance brings Flipchat to PC, again challenging Tencent in social messaging

Content creators can charge as much as USD 30 for original content.

WeChat launches paywall to drive revenue to content creators | KrASIA

WeChat launches paywall to drive revenue to content creators

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

Gaming

Visual Stories

Honor of Kings and Game for Peace are losing users, but they still are the two most popular mobile games in China

Infographic | Tencent's blockbuster games are losing users to short video | KrASIA

Infographic | Tencent&#8217;s blockbuster games are losing users to short video

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Julianna Wu

Despite their stellar performance, women gamers in China see limited exposure and scant resources.

The trials and tribulations of women e-sports players in China | KrASIA

The trials and tribulations of women e-sports players in China

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Luna Lin

KrASIA attended Tencent's WeChat annual flagship conference in Guangzhou.