Announcements

Ecosystem

Events

Features

Insights

News

Q&As

Southeast Asia

China

Middle East

Japan

South Korea

Europe

Oceania

India

Places

KrASIA Connection

Deals in Brief

Profiles in Tech

Our Events

View All Collections

Collections

About

36Kr (EN)

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

Deep Tech

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

Health Tech

What medical tools shape care delivery? Assess medical devices, diagnostics, and digital services refining patient treatment.

Medtech

What powers digital devices? Delve into chip design, manufacturing bottlenecks, and semiconductor breakthroughs fueling global electronics.

Semiconductors

Malaysia

Penang's state chief wants to foster an "ecosystem for innovation" as supply chains shift.

Malaysia's investment "sweet spot," Penang, to open new tech park | KrASIA

Home

Malaysia&#8217;s investment &#8220;sweet spot,&#8221; Penang, to open new tech park

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

KrASIA

As part of 36Kr’s ongoing partnership with Nikkei, you can read selected content from Nikkei Asia on KrASIA.

https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/aec5e55596415464d13490d0e0caa9a2?s=96&d=mm&r=g

Nikkei Asia

Nio, a Chinese electric car maker, specializes in high-performance EVs, battery-swapping solutions, and autonomous driving technologies.

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

Firefly, Nio’s third automotive brand, is set to unveil its first model at Nio Day on December 21, with a China debut leading its rollout.

Nio’s Firefly prepares for takeoff with a SAIC veteran at its helm | KrASIA

Nio’s Firefly prepares for takeoff with a SAIC veteran at its helm

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.

https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/a6b9ace74da9df391d5f7ba1892f4393?s=96&d=mm&r=g

36Kr English

Photo of Zhang Yiming, co-founder of ByteDance.

ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

ByteDance

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

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

Artificial Intelligence

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

Investment

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

Private Equity

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

Venture Capital

Hong Kong

Artificial intelligence

The ByteDance co-founder’s Hong Kong-based firm will target early-stage tech investments, with artificial intelligence expected to be a core focus.

Zhang Yiming enters private equity with AI-focused Cool River Venture | KrASIA

Zhang Yiming enters private equity with AI-focused Cool River Venture

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/95a233416d3f865e26cf30c8378b6b83?s=96&d=mm&r=g

Private Equity | KrASIA Archives

OpenAI researches advanced AI models, like ChatGPT, contributing to natural language processing, machine learning, and innovation in AI.

OpenAI

The US market serves as both the backbone and the driving force behind global technological advancements.

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

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

Merger &amp; Acquisition

Indonesia

Singapore

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

Deals in brief: HungryPanda banks USD 55 million, TeamSolve snags seed funding, SoftBank invests in OpenAI, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: HungryPanda banks USD 55 million, TeamSolve snags seed funding, SoftBank invests in OpenAI, and more

https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/972f75dd52ed83672433f4213ed054a8?s=96&d=mm&r=g

KrASIA Writers

Deals in brief: Qarbotech and Rey land fresh seed funding, Nio subsidiary secures RMB 3.3 billion for EV push, four other China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Qarbotech and Rey land fresh seed funding, Nio subsidiary secures RMB 3.3 billion for EV push, four other China deals, and more

Deals in brief: India’s Whatfix raises Series E funding, Supabase bags USD 80 million, Sleek secures debt financing to fuel growth, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: India’s Whatfix raises Series E funding, Supabase bags USD 80 million, Sleek secures debt financing to fuel growth, and more

Miniso sells low-cost lifestyle goods, home essentials, and personal care items, making everyday products accessible to broader markets.

Miniso

Deals in brief: Miniso purchases 29.4% stake in Yonghui Superstores, Blackpanda secures Series A funding, Masdar to acquire Saeta Yield, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Miniso purchases 29.4% stake in Yonghui Superstores, Blackpanda secures Series A funding, Masdar to acquire Saeta Yield, and more

Central Asia

Philippines

Deals in brief: BNPL platform Qist Bazaar bags Series A funding, Doon raises USD 1.5 million, Satori Giants invests in Supafaya, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: BNPL platform Qist Bazaar bags Series A funding, Doon raises USD 1.5 million, Satori Giants invests in Supafaya, and more

Deals in brief: ExceedData secures pre-Series B financing, Healius sells Lumus Imaging, India sees flurry of funding deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: ExceedData secures pre-Series B financing, Healius sells Lumus Imaging, India sees flurry of funding deals, and more

Kuaishou, best known for its short video platform, drives user-generated content, influencer marketing, and community engagement through shareable clips.

Kuaishou

Deals in brief: DCM Ventures to sell Kuaishou shares, Momos raises Series A funding, five China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: DCM Ventures to sell Kuaishou shares, Momos raises Series A funding, five China deals, and more

Deals in brief: CarbonEthics secures seed funding, Wavemaker Partners backs Checkmate and Tour Amigo, Xero to acquire Syft Analytics, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: CarbonEthics secures seed funding, Wavemaker Partners backs Checkmate and Tour Amigo, Xero to acquire Syft Analytics, and more

Photo of Eric Cheng, co-founder, chairman, and group CEO of Carsome.

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