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How do ideas shape industries? Learn how content, design, and digital artistry influence branding, marketing, and cultural impact.

Creative

What entertains a connected world? Track shifts in film, music, and media consumption, as platforms and audiences redefine cultural experiences.

Entertainment

This Chinese entrepreneur is leading a global Rubik’s Cube renaissance with Gancube.

Gancube’s premium puzzle: How a champion turned his passion for the Rubik’s Cube into a global business | KrASIA

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Gancube’s premium puzzle: How a champion turned his passion for the Rubik’s Cube into a global business

Spotlighting Asia&#039;s next wave of innovations.

KrASIA

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network. Since 2010, 36Kr has been providing high-quality content around China’s innovation and new economy trends. With the traffic and network it has built, 36Kr has developed a comprehensive database and strong data analytics capabilities of the technology landscape in China.

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36Kr English

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

TSMC, a leading semiconductor manufacturer, delivers advanced chipsets that enable next-generation devices and cloud computing servers.

TSMC

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

Artificial Intelligence

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

Deep Tech

What hovers over new frontiers? Explore drone logistics, aerial data collection, and surveillance tools shaping multiple industries.

Drones

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

Robotics

TSMC's CEO says the "world's richest man" is also focusing on robots over cars.

TSMC chief says robots and AI drones to drive tech innovation | KrASIA

TSMC chief says robots and AI drones to drive tech innovation

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

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

Consumer Services

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

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

Retail

Hong Kong

MGP’s stellar debut sets it apart, but long-term success hinges on R&D, diversification, and sustaining its premium appeal in a cooling beauty market.

After its dazzling IPO, Mao Geping Cosmetics must now deliver | KrASIA

After its dazzling IPO, Mao Geping Cosmetics must now deliver

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

Private Equity

Private Equity | KrASIA Archives

Venture Capital

Photo of Sharon Wong (left), founder and CEO of Motherswork, and Roshni Mahtani Cheung, founder and group CEO of The Parentinc.

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

Investment

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

Merger &amp; Acquisition

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

Singapore

Vietnam

Bringing you the latest news briefs on fundraising activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: The Parentinc acquires Motherswork, Flowdesk secures Series B funding, Mirae Asset Capital Life Science emerges from stealth, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: The Parentinc acquires Motherswork, Flowdesk secures Series B funding, Mirae Asset Capital Life Science emerges from stealth, and more

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Malaysia

Deals in brief: EDBI invests in AlphaSense, Blue Earth Capital secures USD 378 million for climate impact strategy, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: EDBI invests in AlphaSense, Blue Earth Capital secures USD 378 million for climate impact strategy, multiple China and India deals, and more

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Deals in brief: Meals In Minutes, Meiro, and Prota Therapeutics secure funding, ABC Impact reaches first close of second fund, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Meals In Minutes, Meiro, and Prota Therapeutics secure funding, ABC Impact reaches first close of second fund, multiple China and India deals, and more

Indonesia

Thailand

Deals in brief: Alina Vision, Toki, and HashKey Group secure funding, Roojai acquires Lifepal, nine China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Alina Vision, Toki, and HashKey Group secure funding, Roojai acquires Lifepal, nine China deals, and more

Philippines

Deals in brief: Purpose Venture Capital backs Bioworks, Grab injects SGD 145.1 million into GXS Bank, former Twitter CEO raises funding for AI startup, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Purpose Venture Capital backs Bioworks, Grab injects SGD 145.1 million into GXS Bank, former Twitter CEO raises funding for AI startup, and more

Private Equity

Deals in brief: The Parentinc acquires Motherswork, Flowdesk secures Series B funding, Mirae Asset Capital Life Science emerges from stealth, and more

Deals in brief: EDBI invests in AlphaSense, Blue Earth Capital secures USD 378 million for climate impact strategy, multiple China and India deals, and more

Deals in brief: Meals In Minutes, Meiro, and Prota Therapeutics secure funding, ABC Impact reaches first close of second fund, multiple China and India deals, and more

Deals in brief: Alina Vision, Toki, and HashKey Group secure funding, Roojai acquires Lifepal, nine China deals, and more

Deals in brief: Purpose Venture Capital backs Bioworks, Grab injects SGD 145.1 million into GXS Bank, former Twitter CEO raises funding for AI startup, and more

Deals in brief: BroilerX raises pre-Series A funding, AC Ventures backs skincare brand Gmeelan, 14 other China and India deals, and more

Deals in brief: FlyOro secure pre-Series A funding, OKX Ventures backs Polyhedra Network, multiple China and India deals, and more

Deals in brief: Vietnam’s Be Group secures VND 739.5 billion, Zendesk acquires Klaus, multiple China and India deals, and more

Deals in brief: Atome raises USD 31 million from parent firm, Asia Partners closes second fund, multiple China and India deals, and more

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