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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.

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

Artificial intelligence

OpenAI’s Operator hints at a future where AI agents take over e-commerce.

Agentic commerce is near: AI could soon turn into your personal shopper | KrASIA

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Agentic commerce is near: AI could soon turn into your personal shopper

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

KrASIA

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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

East Asia

Honda, a Japanese automobile and motorcycle manufacturer, produces fuel-efficient cars, eco-friendly hybrid models, and advanced mobility solutions.

Honda

Discover how Japan’s advanced manufacturing, robotics, and consumer electronics brands drive global technology trends.

Nissan, a Japanese automaker, is known for leading the development of electric vehicles, fuel-efficient cars, and advanced safety technologies.

Nissan

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

Nissan reportedly wants out of the proposed merger, but conflicting statements leave the deal’s fate uncertain.

Nissan hits the brakes on Honda merger talks, throwing the deal into limbo | KrASIA

Nissan hits the brakes on Honda merger talks, throwing the deal into limbo

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SoftBank is a global tech investor fueling startups, telecommunications ventures, and AI-driven innovations across international markets.

SoftBank

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

Investment

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

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

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

Deals in brief: Syfe bids for ASX-listed Selfwealth, Malaysia’s KMP backs Swift Bridge, SoftBank in talks to acquire chipmaker Ampere, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Syfe bids for ASX-listed Selfwealth, Malaysia’s KMP backs Swift Bridge, SoftBank in talks to acquire chipmaker Ampere, and more

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KrASIA Writers

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

Telecommunications

Telecommunications | KrASIA Archives

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

Robotics

All exhibitors that signed up with early payment for exhibit space in June will receive a refund in full, says organizer.

CES Asia the latest tech event to be called off amid global spread of coronavirus | KrASIA

CES Asia the latest tech event to be called off amid global spread of coronavirus

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SCMP

Nationwide coverage pushed to 2021 on logistical hurdles.

SoftBank kicks off Japan's 5G race with March launch | KrASIA

SoftBank kicks off Japan&#8217;s 5G race with March launch

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

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

Tencent

Xiaomi crafts affordable smartphones, wearables, and IoT devices, appealing to users who seek innovation, quality, and budget-friendly tech.

Xiaomi

How does interactive entertainment evolve? Assess gaming ecosystems, esports growth, and technology enhancing virtual play.

Gaming

The Tencent Black Shark 3 Pro lets gamers perform in-game actions using voice command.  

CHINA BRIEF | Tencent and Black Shark joint-release first 5G gaming smartphone | KrASIA

CHINA BRIEF | Tencent and Black Shark joint-release first 5G gaming smartphone

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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Over 100 patients were seen in Huangguang, Hubei on Monday by doctors in another province.

CHINA BRIEF | Sichuan doctors use 5G technology to perform remote coronavirus diagnosis in Hubei | KrASIA

CHINA BRIEF | Sichuan doctors use 5G technology to perform remote coronavirus diagnosis in Hubei

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Sun Henan

The firm is one of the pioneers in China's burgeoning private aerospace sector.

CHINA BRIEF | Private commercial satellite firm MinoSpace secures USD 14 million in Series A2+ round | KrASIA

CHINA BRIEF | Private commercial satellite firm MinoSpace secures USD 14 million in Series A2+ round

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Song Jingli

Huawei, a global telecom and smartphone vendor, delivers networking equipment, 5G solutions, and consumer devices integrating cutting-edge tech.

Huawei

The Huawei Search app offers "features such as instant searches, quick views widgets and newsfeeds."

CHINA BRIEF | Huawei is testing its own search app in latest move to go without Google services | KrASIA

CHINA BRIEF | Huawei is testing its own search app in latest move to go without Google services

What grounds digital progress in physical form? Analyze chipsets, sensors, and advanced components driving device performance.

Hardware

Once up and running, the facility will produce EUR 1 billion worth of products annually and directly create 500 jobs.

Huawei’s European factory will improve supply chain efficiency, ease security concerns, says analyst | KrASIA

Huawei’s European factory will improve supply chain efficiency, ease security concerns, says analyst

The programs include laying the foundation for new 5G networks.

Malaysia allocates USD 711 million for connectivity expansion | KrASIA

Malaysia allocates USD 711 million for connectivity expansion

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