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Semiconductors were among the earnings drivers while automotives and steel struggled.

Japan manufacturing rides AI boom to recovery with profits up 8% | KrASIA

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Japan manufacturing rides AI boom to recovery with profits up 8%

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

Consumer Services

Haidilao’s new growth recipe centers on developing talent from within to expand its restaurant empire.

Haidilao’s next big bet? Turning store managers into entrepreneurs | KrASIA

Haidilao’s next big bet? Turning store managers into entrepreneurs

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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OpenAI researches advanced AI models, like ChatGPT, contributing to natural language processing, machine learning, and innovation in AI.

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

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

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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.

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

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Deals in brief: Elon Musk leads consortium bid for OpenAI, East Ventures and SV Investment close first round of joint fund, Payd and Liquid8 secure funding, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Elon Musk leads consortium bid for OpenAI, East Ventures and SV Investment close first round of joint fund, Payd and Liquid8 secure funding, and more

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What powers tomorrow’s roads? Explore EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and battery advances sparking the shift toward sustainable transport.

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New energy vehicles share in China: 1.75%

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

Li Auto develops electric vehicles that combine smart cockpit systems, advanced safety features, and long-distance battery support.

Li Auto

Nio, a Chinese electric car maker, specializes in high-performance EVs, battery-swapping solutions, and autonomous driving technologies.

WM Motor creates user-centric electric cars and integrates connectivity, smart interfaces, and eco-friendly powertrains.

WM Motor

Xpeng Motors builds intelligent EVs equipped with advanced infotainment systems, autonomous features, and sleek electric mobility designs.

Xpeng Motors

How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

China's EV companies have been posting record-breaking sales in the latter half of 2020.

KEY STAT | New energy vehicles account for less than 2% of China’s car fleet in 2020 | KrASIA

KEY STAT | New energy vehicles account for less than 2% of China’s car fleet in 2020

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Julianna Wu

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

Faraday's flagship vehicle FF 91 is still far away from mass production.

EV maker Faraday Future plans to go public via SPAC | KrASIA

EV maker Faraday Future plans to go public via SPAC

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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Sales of new energy vehicles are expected to rise to 20% of the overall new car sales by 2025.

Baidu to produce electric cars at Geely plant | KrASIA

Baidu to produce electric cars at Geely plant

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

Autonomous Vehicles

How do goods and people flow worldwide? Examine transport networks, logistics innovations, and policies shaping global connectivity.

Companies speed up exports with support of governments despite COVID.

Chinese EV maker Xpeng and rivals bet on European market | KrASIA

Chinese EV maker Xpeng and rivals bet on European market

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

Tencent

Byton reportedly extended its suspension of work and production until June 2021.

Cash-stripped EV maker Byton ties up with Foxconn amid ongoing concerns | KrASIA

Cash-stripped EV maker Byton ties up with Foxconn amid ongoing concerns

New-energy-vehicle market expected to reach 1.8m units in 2021.

China slashes eco-car subsidies 20% as sales rebound | KrASIA

China slashes eco-car subsidies 20% as sales rebound

Rival Tesla started selling its Shanghai-made Model Y on Friday, at a price that is undercutting local competitors.

Nio launches used-car service as deliveries hit new record | KrASIA

Nio launches used-car service as deliveries hit new record

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Song Jingli

SEA to offer $400m convertible notes after losses tripled in Q1

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

Pinduoduo

Sea Group operates digital entertainment (Garena), e-commerce (Shopee), and fintech (SeaMoney) platforms across Southeast Asia.

Sea Group

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

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

E-commerce

TSMC joins global top 20 in market cap, as analysts say market rally still has legs.