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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

Pop Mart, a Chinese company, designs and sells toys, figurines, and collectibles, primarily in a blind box format.

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

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

Retail

Sharing the stage with century-old icons marks a new milestone for Pop Mart.

After appearing at Macy’s parade, how far can Pop Mart go in the US?

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KrASIA

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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36Kr English

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How do goods cross borders seamlessly? Examine warehousing tech, route optimization, and data analytics building efficient supply chains.

Logistics

As globalization fractures, Hau Leung Lee argues that sustainability and regional resilience should replace efficiency as trade’s guiding principles.

The world’s supply chains are splitting, but this expert says that may not be a bad thing

Photo of the Yangpu International Container Port, located in the Yangpu Economic Development Zone in Danzhou, Hainan.

The tropical southern island becomes a testing ground for Xi's liberalization ambitions amid tariff turmoil.

China chases economic rally with giant Hainan free trade port

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

How do connected devices shape daily life? Examine IoT sensors, data platforms, and security protocols integrating smart tech into homes and cities.

Internet of Things

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Google dominates online search, digital ads, and cloud solutions, powering discovery, analytics, and smartphone operating systems.

Google

Meta oversees social networks (like Facebook and Instagram), messaging apps, VR platforms, and digital ads, connecting billions across continents.

Reliance

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

E-commerce

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

Payments

Jio Platforms had raised USD 20 billion in funding from 13 global high-profile investors including tech giants like Facebook and Google earlier this year.

A brief history of Reliance's digital venture, Jio Platforms

A brief history of Reliance&#8217;s digital venture, Jio Platforms

I cover Indian tech, startup, venture capital ecosystems for KrASIA.

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Xiaomi crafts affordable smartphones, wearables, and IoT devices, appealing to users who seek innovation, quality, and budget-friendly tech.

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

Deep Tech

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

Hardware

What fits the world in your pocket? Track device innovation, OS ecosystems, and connectivity shaping smartphone usage.

Smartphones

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The tale of Lei Jun, as the founder of Xiaomi, CEO of many public-listed companies, angel investor, and internet KOL.

BIZ IN GRAPHICS | Meet Lei Jun: the 'Steve Jobs of China' who founded Xiaomi

BIZ IN GRAPHICS | Meet Lei Jun: the &#8216;Steve Jobs of China&#8217; who founded Xiaomi

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Julianna Wu

After reflecting on Xiaomi's rise since 2010, the company faces daunting challenges going forward.

Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun pledges RMB 10 billion in R&D this year at company's 10th anniversary event

Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun pledges RMB 10 billion in R&#038;D this year at company&#8217;s 10th anniversary event

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

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

India banned 47 more Chinese apps including Xiaomi's Mi Browser Pro and Baidu Search.

Indian government's ban on Xiaomi's apps may hurt its long-term revenue strategy

Indian government&#8217;s ban on Xiaomi&#8217;s apps may hurt its long-term revenue strategy

Apple designs iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers, coupling sleek hardware with robust software ecosystems and service offerings.

Apple

Enterprise services is an over-arching term to describe an architecture combining engineering discipline and computer science to solve practical business problems. 

Enterprise Services

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

Venture Capital

Yungongchang, which was founded in 2015, is a SaaS provider that helps companies find mechanical and electronic parts directly from factories.

CHINA BRIEF | Foxconn-backed B2B procurement platform closes USD 14.4 million Series B

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Song Jingli

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

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

Artificial Intelligence

Investments are expected for sectors including construction materials, home appliance, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things.

CHINA BRIEF | China's top property developer raises USD 215 million to revamp traditional construction sector

CHINA BRIEF | China&#8217;s top property developer raises USD 215 million to revamp traditional construction sector

In 2019, 10% of all deliveries in China utilized smart lockers.

CHINA BRIEF | ZTO Express acquires Haier's smart locker unit at USD 30 million

CHINA BRIEF | ZTO Express acquires Haier&#8217;s smart locker unit at USD 30 million

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

The hardware will be based on Alibaba's XuanTie processors.

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Uinnova develops visualization software to facilitate IT and IoT system maintenance.

Internet of Things

A brief history of Reliance’s digital venture, Jio Platforms

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Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun pledges RMB 10 billion in R&D this year at company’s 10th anniversary event

Indian government’s ban on Xiaomi’s apps may hurt its long-term revenue strategy

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