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US tariff policies are renewing calls to deepen economic ties within the Southeast Asian bloc.

ASEAN struggles to boost regional trade amid Trump tariff threat | KrASIA

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ASEAN struggles to boost regional trade amid Trump tariff threat

Decoding China&#039;s tech and business pulse

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

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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.

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

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

Deals in brief: Temasek’s Heliconia backs Sin Chew Woodpaq, Supabase raises Series D funding, Syfe and AnyMind confirm acquisitions, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Temasek’s Heliconia backs Sin Chew Woodpaq, Supabase raises Series D funding, Syfe and AnyMind confirm acquisitions, and more

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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.

Explore East Asia’s thriving tech hubs, global electronics producers, and fast-evolving digital platforms shaping cross-border innovation.

East Asia

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

Coze combines workflow logic, collaborative planning, and proprietary data access to reimagine what AI agents can do.

ByteDance launches Coze, its new AI agent platform, in beta | KrASIA

ByteDance launches Coze, its new AI agent platform, in beta

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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Can brief clips hold lasting impact? Analyze short-form content trends, creator communities, and platform strategies for rapid viewer engagement.

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Toutiao to build up a partial paywall for its top-ranked news app in China  

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

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

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Users and official sources are uploading thousands of videos from the quarantined city of Wuhan.

Short-video apps are becoming news sources amid outbreak of Wuhan coronavirus in China | KrASIA

Short-video apps are becoming news sources amid outbreak of Wuhan coronavirus in China

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

Tencent

WeChat, Tencent’s superapp, combines messaging, social media, mobile payments, and mini-programs, streamlining daily tasks for over a billion users.

WeChat

Weishi, Tencent’s short video platform, invites users to create, share, and discover trending clips in a mobile-friendly environment.

Weishi

The move comes after WeChat founder's Allen Zhang announced a string of new upcoming features two weeks ago.

WeChat tests short-form content as short-video apps gain popularity | KrASIA

WeChat tests short-form content as short-video apps gain popularity

That's more than five times the amount from one year prior.

TikTok rakes in USD 177 million in 2019 | KrASIA

TikTok rakes in USD 177 million in 2019

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TikTok will have a dedicated channel on iflix.

Southeast Asians can now enjoy TikTok's videos on Netflix rival iflix | KrASIA

Southeast Asians can now enjoy TikTok&#8217;s videos on Netflix rival iflix

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

TikTok overtakes Facebook to become world’s second most downloaded app | KrASIA

TikTok overtakes Facebook to become world’s second most downloaded app

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

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What happens when viewers join in real time? Explore live streaming platforms, audience interaction tools, and brand opportunities in instant video.

Live Streaming

KrASIA attended Tencent's WeChat annual flagship conference in Guangzhou.

WeChat to enhance short-form content on its platform, says creator Allen Zhang | KrASIA

WeChat to enhance short-form content on its platform, says creator Allen Zhang

TikTok parent ByteDance rakes in USD 20 billion revenue in 2019, up 180% year-on-year: Report | KrASIA

TikTok parent ByteDance rakes in USD 20 billion revenue in 2019, up 180% year-on-year: Report

The short-video app captured 80 million more users in the past six months.

ByteDance's Douyin hits over 400 million daily active users | KrASIA

ByteDance&#8217;s Douyin hits over 400 million daily active users

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

Entertainment

How does information move at light speed? Review 5G rollouts, fiber networks, and connectivity standards advancing global communication.

Telecommunications

Online mobile engagement is driven by smart devices, digitization in the offline retail industry and live streaming, according to research firm QuestMobile.

Short Video

Short-video apps are becoming news sources amid outbreak of Wuhan coronavirus in China

WeChat tests short-form content as short-video apps gain popularity

TikTok rakes in USD 177 million in 2019

Southeast Asians can now enjoy TikTok’s videos on Netflix rival iflix

TikTok overtakes Facebook to become world’s second most downloaded app

WeChat to enhance short-form content on its platform, says creator Allen Zhang

TikTok parent ByteDance rakes in USD 20 billion revenue in 2019, up 180% year-on-year: Report

ByteDance’s Douyin hits over 400 million daily active users

Chinese mobile users now spend over 6 hours every day online – that’s almost 2 full days a week

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