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

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

China

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

East Asia

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

And Doubao is just one facet of ByteDance’s wider AI strategy.

Doubao hits 100 million DAUs as ByteDance extends its AI lead

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Decoding China&#039;s tech and business pulse

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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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Huawei, a global telecom and smartphone vendor, delivers networking equipment, 5G solutions, and consumer devices integrating cutting-edge tech.

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

Energy

The former Huawei regional head joins as second-in-command to CEO Wang Lei.

EcoFlow hires Huawei veteran Peter Tong ahead of US IPO push

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

Consumer Economy

What grounds digital progress in physical form? Analyze chipsets, sensors, and advanced components driving device performance.

Hardware

X Photonics has entered the consumer market with XLaserLab, whose laser welders and engravers are now leading crowdfunding charts.

After reaching B2B limits, X Photonics turns to Kickstarter to launch consumer laser engravers

Deep Tech | KrASIA

Baidu leads Chinese search engines, voice assistants, autonomous driving research, and AI platforms connecting users with information and services.

Baidu

Tech giants like Baidu are moving beyond the hype of large models, focusing on practical AI tools that deliver real-world value.

Baidu bets on practical AI as industry shifts to real-world applications

Sharge’s entry into the AI glasses market sets the tone for broader adoption with its accessible pricing and everyday usability.

AI glasses for all? Sharge shakes up the market with RMB 999 launch

Embodied Intelligence

How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

As startups slash prices to undercut competitors, the humanoid robotics market faces challenges in balancing costs, functionality, and investor demands.

Humanoid robots are getting cheaper—can affordability drive adoption?

Foundation and Large Models

36Kr investigates how natural language processing is evolving in China, driven by tech innovation, policy support, and industry needs.

The lowdown on NLP developments in China: Insights from 2024

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CapCut, a video editing and graphic design platform by ByteDance, empowers creators with intuitive tools and templates to craft engaging and shareable content.

CapCut

ByteDance’s CapCut head exits as the company redefines its strategy, prioritizing AI-driven innovation like the Dreamina platform.

CapCut leader Zhang Xiaoran departs as ByteDance doubles down on AI

iFlytek drives voice recognition and natural language processing AI, enhancing smart assistants, language learning, and enterprise solutions.

iFlytek

Xunfei Healthcare, a division of iFlytek, applies AI to medical diagnostics, health management, and personalized care for improved patient outcomes.

Xunfei Healthcare

How is healthcare going digital? Investigate telemedicine, wearable sensors, and data-driven platforms improving patient experiences.

Health Tech

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

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

Medtech

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

Venture Capital

Hong Kong

Spun off from iFlytek, the Hong Kong listing is a milestone for the smart healthcare firm, though challenges remain ahead.

iFlytek spinoff Xunfei Healthcare makes HKEX debut

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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TSMC, a leading semiconductor manufacturer, delivers advanced chipsets that enable next-generation devices and cloud computing servers.

TSMC

What hovers over new frontiers? Explore drone logistics, aerial data collection, and surveillance tools shaping multiple industries.

Drones

TSMC's CEO says the "world's richest man" is also focusing on robots over cars.

TSMC chief says robots and AI drones to drive tech innovation

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

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

TikTok

Emerging products like Devin and Cursor bolster confidence in AI coding as a scalable and monetizable innovation.

AI coding takes the cake as startups and giants dive in

CATL manufactures batteries that power electric vehicles, energy storage, and renewable energy infrastructures globally.

How do we store tomorrow’s power? Evaluate battery R&amp;D, manufacturing progress, and recycling strategies fueling energy independence.

Batteries

CATL’s “Choco-Swap” system reimagines EV batteries as assets, shaping a new business paradigm that maximizes utility and profitability.