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

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DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company, develops large language models and machine learning solutions for enterprise applications and scientific research.

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

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T. K. Lin

What shapes modern healthcare and agriculture? Examine biotech startups, gene editing, and drug discovery unlocking biological potential.

Biotechnology

A new class of PA-targeted drugs promises faster relief, but high prices and uneven access could slow uptake.

China’s flu season brings a new wave of single-dose antivirals

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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Consumer Economy

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

E-commerce

How do stores adapt to digital shifts? Explore e-commerce integration, inventory analytics, and omnichannel strategies for modern shoppers.

Retail

Once slow to embrace e-commerce, the 23-year-old company has regained momentum with a refreshed playbook.

Marubi’s founder on how the legacy beauty brand found new life in China

How does finance become frictionless? Examine digital banking, payment innovation, and lending platforms redefining financial access.

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

Revenues from online entertainment and office collaboration saw a boost while the giant's fintech business declined.

Tencent Q4 revenue up 25%, but coronavirus expected to impact next quarter

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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MatchMove is competing with the likes of Grab-Singtel, and Razer.

Singapore fintech firm MatchMove confirms digital banking bid

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Thu Huong Le

There are currently three platforms licensed by the country's Financial Services Authority.

Indonesia's equity crowdfunding platforms are turning ideas into ventures

Indonesia&#8217;s equity crowdfunding platforms are turning ideas into ventures

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How does credit flow online? Explore digital lending tools, alternative scoring, and services accelerating capital access.

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With the fresh funds in its kitty, SmartCoin plans to double its user base to 10 million in the next one year.

Indian micro-lending startup SmartCoin bags USD 7 million from LGT Lightstone Aspada

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Moulishree Srivastava

PolicyPal is the first graduate from the fintech regulatory sandbox of the Monetary Authority of .

Hong Kong's AMTD Group to acquire controlling stake in PolicyPal

Hong Kong&#8217;s AMTD Group to acquire controlling stake in PolicyPal

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

Alipay, a fintech platform by Ant Group, offers mobile payments, financial services, and e-commerce integrations, supporting transactions globally.

Alipay

Ant Group, a fintech powerhouse, offers digital payments, wealth management tools, and micro loans, enabling borderless, mobile-first financial services.

Ant Group

What streamlines global commerce? Examine digital wallets, cross-border remittances, and instant settlement technologies.

Payments

TransferWise will be able to tap into Alipay’s customer base, which includes more than 1.2 billion people worldwide.

TransferWise partners Alipay to enable money transfers to China

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Tech in Asia

The fintech stakeholder is cultivating a merchant-centric startup with Youtap Indonesia.

Herman Suharto on appealing to the affections of Indonesia MSMEs: Profiles in Tech

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Ursula Florene

FamPay provides debit card to teenagers in India.

Y Combinator-backed fintech startup FamPay raises seed round

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Avanish Tiwary

Didi, a Chinese mobility platform, connects riders to taxis, private cars, and ride-sharing options, integrating AI-driven route optimization.

Didi

Each needs to contribute RMB 533 million to the company's registered capital.

Didi, Legend Holdings each gain 32% stake in Hyundai's Chinese insurance business

Didi, Legend Holdings each gain 32% stake in Hyundai&#8217;s Chinese insurance business

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