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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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CHENG Zi is based in China, covering technology and business-related events. She works with her colleagues at 36Kr Global to provide coverage in both English and Chinese.

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Cheng Zi

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.

Smart product bets and tight cost controls are giving the Chinese firm breathing room in a crowded category.

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

Consumer Economy

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

Retail

With new products, leaner ops, and policy tailwinds, the dairy brand is aiming to bounce back from steep losses.

Can Mengniu stage a comeback after a bruising year?

Why do firms join forces? Investigate synergy goals, valuation methods, and negotiations driving corporate consolidation.

Merger &amp; Acquisition

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Venture Capital

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.

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

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

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Bringing you the latest updates on funding deals and activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: BrightChamps acquires Schola for Vietnam push, Antler backs SurplusLoop, six China deals, and more

An alias used when humans and machines team up in our newsroom. Articles under this byline may be shaped with the help of AI, but are always vetted by a human before publication.

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Sudo Lim

Deals in brief: InfraCo Asia backs Vietnam’s Dat Bike, SeaTown raises USD 1.3 billion for second credit fund, Dreame launches CVC arm, and more

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South Korea

Deals in brief: Earth VC invests in Aalo Atomics, Sarana AI secures pre-seed funding, five China deals, and more

India

Deals in brief: Every Half secures funding to elevate Vietnamese specialty coffee, DBS Bank issues green loan to EcoSpirits, nine China and India deals, and more

Deals in brief: SleekFlow bags Series A+ funding, Ikhlas Capital invests in Food Empire, Australia’s Compass secures EQT backing, and more

Deals in brief: Agrifood startup DiMuto secures Series A funding, Finture bags over USD 30 million, DocPro raises pre-seed investment, and more

Thailand

Deals in brief: PropertyGuru pivots with USD 1.1 billion buyout, South Korea’s AI chip makers Rebellions and Sapeon merge, Qianxun SI hits multibillion valuation, and more

Merger & Acquisition

Deals in brief: BrightChamps acquires Schola for Vietnam push, Antler backs SurplusLoop, six China deals, and more

Deals in brief: InfraCo Asia backs Vietnam’s Dat Bike, SeaTown raises USD 1.3 billion for second credit fund, Dreame launches CVC arm, and more

Deals in brief: Earth VC invests in Aalo Atomics, Sarana AI secures pre-seed funding, five China deals, and more

Deals in brief: Every Half secures funding to elevate Vietnamese specialty coffee, DBS Bank issues green loan to EcoSpirits, nine China and India deals, and more

Deals in brief: SleekFlow bags Series A+ funding, Ikhlas Capital invests in Food Empire, Australia’s Compass secures EQT backing, and more

Deals in brief: Agrifood startup DiMuto secures Series A funding, Finture bags over USD 30 million, DocPro raises pre-seed investment, and more

Deals in brief: PropertyGuru pivots with USD 1.1 billion buyout, South Korea’s AI chip makers Rebellions and Sapeon merge, Qianxun SI hits multibillion valuation, and more

Deals in brief: Antler invests in Nebu, SMI Vantage secures Whisky Cask Club stake, 14 China and India deals, and more

Deals in brief: Investible backs DeCarice’s hydrogen push, Komerce merges with RajaOngkir, Australia announces first round of IGP grants, and more

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