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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.

Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok, showcases locally popular short videos, influencer content, and creative challenges optimized for China’s market.

Douyin

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

Consumer Services

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

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

E-commerce

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

Live Streaming

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

On-demand Services

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

Douyin’s content ecosystem offers brands a path to adapt to shifting consumer habits, engage users, and drive demand across channels.

How does Douyin fuel omnichannel growth for brands? | KrASIA

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How does Douyin fuel omnichannel growth for brands?

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

KrASIA

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network. Since 2010, 36Kr has been providing high-quality content around China’s innovation and new economy trends. With the traffic and network it has built, 36Kr has developed a comprehensive database and strong data analytics capabilities of the technology landscape in China.

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Photo of Rob Schimek, group CEO of Bolttech.

How do markets shape wealth creation? Study portfolio diversification, asset classes, and strategies balancing growth and risk.

Investment

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

Why do firms join forces? Investigate synergy goals, valuation methods, and negotiations driving corporate consolidation.

Merger &amp; Acquisition

What happens after acquisitions close? Examine deal structures, operational improvements, and exit strategies molding corporate outcomes.

Private Equity

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

Venture Capital

Malaysia

Singapore

Bringing you the latest updates on funding deals and activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Bolttech raises Series C funding, Catcha Digital to acquire stakes in Tastefully and Drive 2 Digital, latest China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Bolttech raises Series C funding, Catcha Digital to acquire stakes in Tastefully and Drive 2 Digital, latest China deals, and more

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KrASIA Writers

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

CATL

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

Batteries

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

Deep Tech

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

Energy

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

From power to profit: CATL turns EV batteries into financial assets with “Choco-Swap” | KrASIA

From power to profit: CATL turns EV batteries into financial assets with “Choco-Swap”

Deep Tech | KrASIA Archives

What powers digital devices? Delve into chip design, manufacturing bottlenecks, and semiconductor breakthroughs fueling global electronics.

Semiconductors

The company could be a beneficiary of the global chip shortage due to growing demand.

Chinese chipmaker SMIC inks deal worth USD 1.2 billion with ASML | KrASIA

Chinese chipmaker SMIC inks deal worth USD 1.2 billion with ASML

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

The Middle East’s growing tech ecosystem harnesses the enterprising spirit of innovators from its diverse cultural markets.

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

Artificial Intelligence

The center will foster collaborations with the military and with public institutions in industry and the community.

Tel Aviv University launches new center for AI, data science | KrASIA

Tel Aviv University launches new center for AI, data science

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NoCamels

The US market serves as both the backbone and the driving force behind global technological advancements.

Israeli cloud storage processor startup Pliops announced that it has closed a USD 65 million funding round, led by Koch Disruptive Technologies (KDT).

Nvidia, Intel back USD 65 million funding round for Israeli startup Pliops | KrASIA

Nvidia, Intel back USD 65 million funding round for Israeli startup Pliops

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

Travel

State-owned military suppliers CETC and Potevio prepare for US sanctions.

China to create 'IT aircraft carrier' through tech megamerger | KrASIA

China to create &#8216;IT aircraft carrier&#8217; through tech megamerger

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

Top-tier AI chip companies are sought after, while mediocre startups will find difficulty in financing

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

Entertainment

The company, which was founded only recently, is already a unicorn.

Chinese GPU startup Moore Threads raises billions of yuan to take on Nvidia | KrASIA

Chinese GPU startup Moore Threads raises billions of yuan to take on Nvidia

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Song Jingli

ZTE woes may steer China’s AI chip development into a different direction

TSMC and UMC activate water-supply plans as reservoirs face depletion in 60 days.

Taiwan's chip industry under threat as drought turns critical | KrASIA

Taiwan&#8217;s chip industry under threat as drought turns critical

Taiwan is attracting regional AI startups to establish new engineering and R&D teams, while local startups eye expansions in Southeast Asia.

Taiwan sets sights to become AI hub, with Southeast Asia as primary market | KrASIA

Taiwan sets sights to become AI hub, with Southeast Asia as primary market

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Khamila Mulia

The fund plans to invest up to SGD 2 million into 20 early-stage startups that tackle the challenges of the sector.

Singapore's Motion Ventures completes first close of SGD 30 million debut fund, targeting maritime tech | KrASIA

Singapore&#8217;s Motion Ventures completes first close of SGD 30 million debut fund, targeting maritime tech

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

What revolutionizes mealtimes? Investigate alternative proteins, supply chain tracking, and delivery services fueling the future of food.

Food Tech

Part of the fresh capital will be used to launch the plant-based chicken brand Tindle in Singapore.

Temasek-backed startup Next Gen raises USD 10 million for plant-based chicken | KrASIA

Temasek-backed startup Next Gen raises USD 10 million for plant-based chicken

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