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

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

Autonomous Vehicles

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When do companies invite public investment? Understand listing criteria, underwriter roles, and regulatory steps defining initial offerings.

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Raising about HKD 6.8 billion in a heavily subscribed offering, the company is pitching its world model as the foundation for physical AI applications.

Momenta makes public debut in Hong Kong, puts physical AI in spotlight

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IPO Zaozhidao

The company’s renewed IPO filing shows improving financials, but its dependence on aggregator traffic remains a constraint.

IPO aspirant SAIC Mobility grows orders, but platforms capture much of the upside

Cheng Zi is based in China, covering technology- and business-related events. She works with her colleagues at 36Kr Global to provide coverage in both English and Chinese.

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BYD, a Chinese EV maker, produces electric cars, buses, and batteries, accelerating adoption of sustainable transportation worldwide.

Chery

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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Geely, a Chinese automaker, integrates advanced engineering, EV tech, and international brand acquisitions to expand its global footprint.

Honda, a Japanese automobile and motorcycle manufacturer, produces fuel-efficient cars, eco-friendly hybrid models, and advanced mobility solutions.

Honda

Discover how Japan’s advanced manufacturing, robotics, and consumer electronics brands drive global technology trends.

Japan

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Nissan, a Japanese automaker, is known for leading the development of electric vehicles, fuel-efficient cars, and advanced safety technologies.

Nissan

Toyota, a Japanese automaker, produces a wide range of vehicles, focusing on reliability, efficiency, and innovation in mobility.

Toyota

Renewed purchase subsidies offer a boon to BYD, while Nissan looks to other markets.

Chinese automakers overtake Japanese rivals in Europe despite EV tariffs

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While Alibaba's second-hand exchange platform Xianyu and Tencent-backed used electronic marketplaces are already big, startups look to niche verticals for opportunities.

Used books find new homes thanks to this firm: Inside China's Startups

Used books find new homes thanks to this firm: Inside China&#8217;s Startups

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

Over 1,000 shops that buy goods on Lingshoutong have made more than RMB 1 million (USD 142,686) in net profits.

Mom-and-pop stores beat 11% of Chinese listed companies in profitability

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Song Jingli

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

Southeast Asia

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Social Bella has raised USD 110 million in funding from big-name investors like Temasek, East Ventures, Pavilion Capital, and Jungle Ventures.

From e-commerce site to digital beauty ecosystem: Q&A with Social Bella's president Christopher Madiam

From e-commerce site to digital beauty ecosystem: Q&#038;A with Social Bella&#8217;s president Christopher Madiam

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Khamila Mulia

Flipkart, a prominent Indian e-commerce marketplace, hosts electronics, fashion, and home goods with fast shipping and easy returns.

Flipkart

Earlier this month, the firm received a USD 1.2 billion check from its parent, Walmart.

Flipkart rolls out hyperlocal-delivery service to compete with Dunzo and Swiggy

I cover Indian tech, startup, venture capital ecosystems for KrASIA.

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Moulishree Srivastava

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

Grocery Delivery

Nice Tuan completed three financing rounds this year alone.

CHINA BRIEF | Grocery group-buying app Nice Tuan bags USD 80 million in latest round

Oway Ride has raised a total of USD 26 million from investors such as the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation, Openspace Ventures, Emerging Markets Group, and Daiwa PI Partners.

As COVID-19 wipes out ride-hailing, Myanmar’s Oway turns to online groceries

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What drives global exploration? Discover evolving tourism trends, hospitality services, and the shift toward personalized travel experiences.

Travel

Traveloka said it witnessed "a historic drop" in business activity caused by the pandemic towards levels never seen before.

Traveloka raises USD 250 million to help support operations amid COVID-19

Earlier this year, Trip.com planned a secondary listing in Hong Kong, but reversed track due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which resulted in industry-wide losses.

CHINA BRIEF | Trip.com considers delisting from Nasdaq: Report

All bank accounts in Kuwait that belong to Boutiqaat and its founder have been frozen.

Kuwaiti ecommerce platform Boutiqaat under investigation for money laundering, public prosecutor orders freeze on bank accounts

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