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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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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).

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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.

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

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And access to the app is only allowed between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m.

Kuaishou tests new educational short video app with 40-minute daily usage cap | KrASIA

Kuaishou tests new educational short video app with 40-minute daily usage cap

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

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The live streaming business is Kuaishou’s main revenue source, contributing 90% of the firm's total revenues.

Over 100 million users watch live streaming shows on Kuaishou every day, says the firm | KrASIA

Over 100 million users watch live streaming shows on Kuaishou every day, says the firm

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

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

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Dominance of Youku, iQiyi and Tencent Video adds to film industry’s “cold winter,” a state newspaper says.

Are video streaming platforms killing film studios in China? | KrASIA

Are video streaming platforms killing film studios in China?

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

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Tencent would own 20% of Kuaishou after the completion of the deal.

Tencent leads Kuaishou’s USD 3 billion pre-IPO round with Jack Ma-backed Yunfeng Capital in tow | KrASIA

Tencent leads Kuaishou’s USD 3 billion pre-IPO round with Jack Ma-backed Yunfeng Capital in tow

ByteDance, YY.Inc and Kuaishou expand their rivalry overseas.

Five of the world's top 10 most downloaded social apps are from China: Report | KrASIA

Five of the world&#8217;s top 10 most downloaded social apps are from China: Report

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

TikTok owner ByteDance becomes second-largest digital ad player in China behind only Alibaba | KrASIA

TikTok owner ByteDance becomes second-largest digital ad player in China behind only Alibaba

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TikTok also seeks to launch music streaming app in India next month.

India becomes numero uno of ByteDance-owned TikTok | KrASIA

India becomes numero uno of ByteDance-owned TikTok

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Priya Pradeep

“No two services are the same,” an Instagram spokeswoman said while acknowledging that TikTok is doing “big things” in the short video format.

Instagram takes on TikTok, Kwai in Brazil with new video-music remix feature | KrASIA

Instagram takes on TikTok, Kwai in Brazil with new video-music remix feature

Tencent aspires to position itself as the first player in video social networking before the arrival of the 5G era.