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BYD, a Chinese EV maker, produces electric cars, buses, and batteries, accelerating adoption of sustainable transportation worldwide.

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

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

Electric Vehicles

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

Mobility

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

Transportation

Discounts of up to 34% add to pressure that could squeeze out weaker players.

BYD price bombshell raises specter of wider China EV consolidation

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

Deep Tech

How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

The startup is building bots that prioritize emotional presence over technical perfection, hoping that’s what wins over families.

Joyin races to rewire homes with emotionally aware robots

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

Batteries

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

Energy

The Chinese firm hopes its “cold core” architecture will reshape expectations for the 4680 form factor.

Can cylindrical EV batteries make a comeback? Talent New Energy thinks so

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

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Venture Capital

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

JD.com, a Chinese e-commerce leader, ensures trusted transactions, efficient logistics, and a wide product selection for online shoppers.

JD.com

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

Consumer Economy

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

E-commerce

How is healthcare going digital? Investigate telemedicine, wearable sensors, and data-driven platforms improving patient experiences.

Health Tech

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

Retail

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The healthcare unit of JD.com became the youngest unicorn on the Hurun Global Unicorns Index 2020.

BIZ IN GRAPHICS | JD unit breaks out in Asia's biggest health IPO

BIZ IN GRAPHICS | JD unit breaks out in Asia&#8217;s biggest health IPO

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Julianna Wu

Luckin Coffee provides app-based ordering, convenient pickup, and a broad beverage menu, reshaping China’s coffee consumption patterns.

Luckin Coffee

NetEase, a Chinese Internet services firm, offers online gaming, music streaming, and e-commerce platforms, engaging millions of digital users.

NetEase

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

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

Investment

The tensions between the two countries and the Luckin Coffee accounting scandal pushed the US regulator to move forward and impose new rules.

US approves delisting bill targeting Chinese companies

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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Pop Mark Hong Kong IPO to raise USD 600 million

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

Pop Mart

Online channels contributed 32% to the company's 2019 revenue.

KEY STAT | Toy maker Pop Mart sees huge demand for USD 600 million Hong Kong IPO

Huawei, a global telecom and smartphone vendor, delivers networking equipment, 5G solutions, and consumer devices integrating cutting-edge tech.

Huawei

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

How can businesses drive positive change? Study policies, ESG strategies, and community initiatives fostering global social advancement.

Social Impact

Shenzhen's new policy explained, with a graphical history of the international tech hub.

TECH PANO | China's Silicon Valley to create 'another miracle' in 5 years

TECH PANO | China&#8217;s Silicon Valley to create &#8216;another miracle&#8217; in 5 years

Evergrande faces investor repayment as high as USD 19 billion

Where does real estate meet innovation? Study IoT building management, digital realty investments, and tech-enabled tenant services.

Prop Tech

If a listing is not completed by January 31, 2021, Evergrande will have to buy back USD 19.4 billion in investments.

KEY STAT | Real estate giant Evergrande ends Shenzhen listing plan

Yitu Technology H1 2020 net loss: USD 190 million

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

Artificial Intelligence

China's cash-burning AI companies have encountered difficulties with public fundraising due to blacklisting by the US government.

KEY STAT | US-blacklisted AI company Yitu files for Shanghai IPO

This isn’t the first time Miniso’s products were found to have harmful elements.

Tencent-backed retailer Miniso sets up USD 15 million buyback fund for dangerous recalled products

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Song Jingli

Ant Group grand IPO to raise USD 34.5 billion

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

Ant Group

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

Ant Group's shares will be ready for public trading in Shanghai and Hong Kong next week.

KEY STAT | Ant Group sets prices to raise USD 34.5 billion in the world's biggest dual IPO

KEY STAT | Ant Group sets prices to raise USD 34.5 billion in the world&#8217;s biggest dual IPO

China's national social security fund to earn USD 4.5 billion from Ant Group's IPO

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

China's National Social Security Fund is the biggest external institutional shareholder of Ant Group.

IPO

BIZ IN GRAPHICS | JD unit breaks out in Asia’s biggest health IPO

US approves delisting bill targeting Chinese companies

KEY STAT | Toy maker Pop Mart sees huge demand for USD 600 million Hong Kong IPO

TECH PANO | China’s Silicon Valley to create ‘another miracle’ in 5 years

KEY STAT | Real estate giant Evergrande ends Shenzhen listing plan

KEY STAT | US-blacklisted AI company Yitu files for Shanghai IPO

Tencent-backed retailer Miniso sets up USD 15 million buyback fund for dangerous recalled products

KEY STAT | Ant Group sets prices to raise USD 34.5 billion in the world’s biggest dual IPO

KEY STAT | 1.3 billion Chinese citizens to benefit from Ant Group IPO

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