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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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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”

How does learning transcend classrooms? Investigate online courses, adaptive learning tools, and global educational platforms.

Education

Education | KrASIA Archives

SoftBank is a global tech investor fueling startups, telecommunications ventures, and AI-driven innovations across international markets.

SoftBank

baidu

edtech in China

Softbank

Zuoyebang

This might be another Chinese edtech IPO in the making.

Japan's SoftBank in talks with Chinese education app over potential $500m investment | KrASIA

Japan&#8217;s SoftBank in talks with Chinese education app over potential $500m investment

In recent years, China has vigorously encouraged professional training for modern farmers. And there's big opportunity.

TianTianXueNong bags tens of millions of RMB Series A to provide agricultural education to farmers in lower-tier cities | KrASIA

TianTianXueNong bags tens of millions of RMB Series A to provide agricultural education to farmers in lower-tier cities

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DeFang Tang

Jack Ma talked about the current challenges of education in China.

Voices | Jack Ma: we should reallocate teaching resources | KrASIA

Voices | Jack Ma: we should reallocate teaching resources

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

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Jason Zheng

Singapore's edtech startup Teach-n-Learn is here to complement the local education system.

Edtech startup Teach-n-Learn makes tutoring a convenient affair | KrASIA

Edtech startup Teach-n-Learn makes tutoring a convenient affair

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Robin Moh

IPO | English learning app Liulishuo targets $300m US IPO | KrASIA

IPO | English learning app Liulishuo targets $300m US IPO

K-12

Online education provider Zuoyebang just closed a US$350 million Series D financing round, led by Coatue Management, according to various Chinese media

Deals | China's top homework-helper app Zuoyebang raises $350m | KrASIA

Deals | China&#8217;s top homework-helper app Zuoyebang raises $350m

Bytedance

Haohao Xuexi

Tik Tok

Toutiao

Ximalaya FM

Zhihu

The Beijing-based company has rolled out a dedicated learning app dubbed Haohao Xuexi to tap into China’s lucrative paid content market. 

Toutiao launches paid content app to diversify revenue streams  | KrASIA

Toutiao launches paid content app to diversify revenue streams 

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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

The round is co-led by Coatue, Tencent, Sequoia Capital China, and Yunfeng Capital.

Deals | Online education platform VIPKID raises $500m Series D+ round; its valuation crosses $2.9b | KrASIA

Deals | Online education platform VIPKID raises $500m Series D+ round; its valuation crosses $2.9b

China's Largest News Aggregator Toutiao Leads $200 Million Investment in Education Startup 17zuoye

Internet traffic giants venture into online education sector for business expansion