Alibaba

ByteDance

Huawei

Meituan

Tencent

Xiaomi

Most Followed

KrASIA Connection

100 AI Creators

China's Auto Sector

Inside China's Startups

Venture Roundup

Our Events

View All

Collections

News

Features

Insights

Ecosystem

Press Releases

Anker

DeepSeek

Li Auto

MiniMax

Pop Mart

Xpeng

On the Radar

Events

Latest

About

Consumer

Robotics

Fintech

Collaborate

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

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

China

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

East Asia

Taobao, Alibaba’s consumer-to-consumer marketplace, connects Chinese shoppers with diverse products, from fashion and electronics to everyday essentials.

Taobao

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

Consumer Economy

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

E-commerce

How do platforms deliver on immediacy? Analyze ride-hailing, instant deliveries, and gig models meeting consumer needs fast.

On-demand Services

Alibaba’s Jiang Fan expects Taobao Shangou to reach RMB 1 trillion in transaction volume within three years.

As Singles’ Day nears, what’s expected of Taobao Shangou?

Home

Decoding China&#039;s tech and business pulse

KrASIA

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network, delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends since 2010. With its extensive traffic and network, 36Kr has built a comprehensive database and strong data analytics capabilities to provide insights into China’s technology landscape.

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

36Kr English

Photo of Pave Bank's co-founders. From left to right: Simon Vans-Colina, Salim Dhanani, and Dmitry Bocharov.

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

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

Deals in brief: Accel backs Pave Bank, Endowus raises over USD 70 million, Hangry completes Series A5 round, and more

An alias used when humans and machines team up in our newsroom. Articles under this byline may be shaped with the help of AI, but are always vetted by a human before publication.

https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/6ff53490f679f358bf543998d228fb32?s=96&d=blank&r=g

Sudo Lim

The platform features seven task-specific AI models designed to enhance efficiency across functions.

Alpharithm launches AI Work platform to augment white-collar productivity

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

KrASIA Writers

How do goods and people flow worldwide? Examine transport networks, logistics innovations, and policies shaping global connectivity.

Transportation

Transportation | KrASIA

Mobility

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

How are driverless systems redefining mobility? Uncover sensor technologies, regulatory frameworks, and AI driving cars without human intervention.

Autonomous Vehicles

Huawei aims to become a smart auto components provider based on information and communication technology.

Don't be surprised: Huawei might become the biggest invisible "automaker" in China

Don&#8217;t be surprised: Huawei might become the biggest invisible &#8220;automaker&#8221; in China

https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/97c6efc8331551170f56164eb4eb35c6?s=96&d=blank&r=g

Sun Henan

Byton's M-Byte is making a splash across the globe.

A Chinese electric SUV with a full-length dashboard display has more than 50,000 global orders

https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/b1f58c52050738746ae9a2be6555a9ab?s=96&d=blank&r=g

Song Jingli

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

Japan

Toyota, a Japanese automaker, produces a wide range of vehicles, focusing on reliability, efficiency, and innovation in mobility.

Toyota

They aim to develop BEVs that better fit Chinese customers.

BYD and Toyota mull larger share in China's battery electric vehicle market with new JV

BYD and Toyota mull larger share in China&#8217;s battery electric vehicle market with new JV

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

The EV maker might need another RMB 15 billion (USD 2.1 billion) in funding between 2019 and 2020 to stay afloat.

Following CFO, Nio's vice president of finance also resigns

Following CFO, Nio&#8217;s vice president of finance also resigns

What powers tomorrow’s roads? Explore EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and battery advances sparking the shift toward sustainable transport.

Electric Vehicles

The company is focusing on the auto leasing sector now that China's EV sales are declining by double digits.

Baidu-backed EV maker WM Motor raises its participation in the auto leasing sector with new acquisition

Grab, a Southeast Asian superapp, provides ride-hailing, food delivery, and mobile payments, connecting millions to on-demand services.

Grab

What redefines personal transport? Investigate pricing models, user experience, and new entrants reshaping door-to-door mobility.

Ride-hailing

Policymakers believe that this solution will be fair to both traditional taxis and ride-hailing companies.

Vietnamese regulators demand ride-hailing cars to indicate they are “taxis”

https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/cf65d5f5fb936ac7310c09857d9d9c09?s=96&d=blank&r=g

Thu Huong Le

Screenshot taken from https://lilium.com/the-jet

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

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

Hardware

The firm says that the new vehicle will be a cheaper and greener alternative compared to a normal car.

Tencent wants to replace cars with flying taxis

Gojek, an Indonesian superapp, covers on-demand rides, food delivery, and financial services, enriching daily urban life.

Gojek

The Indonesian unicorn is accelerating its drive into more Southeast Asian countries.

Gojek to enter Malaysia, the Philippines in 2020

https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/a94eef586f121f0b9bde21a89d665214?s=96&d=blank&r=g

Tech in Asia

The global commercial UAV market is expected to grow to USD 103.7 billion in 2023.

Transportation

Don’t be surprised: Huawei might become the biggest invisible “automaker” in China

A Chinese electric SUV with a full-length dashboard display has more than 50,000 global orders

BYD and Toyota mull larger share in China’s battery electric vehicle market with new JV

Following CFO, Nio’s vice president of finance also resigns

Baidu-backed EV maker WM Motor raises its participation in the auto leasing sector with new acquisition

Vietnamese regulators demand ride-hailing cars to indicate they are “taxis”

Tencent wants to replace cars with flying taxis

Gojek to enter Malaysia, the Philippines in 2020

Chinese passenger drone maker EHang files for US IPO on Nasdaq

Most Recent

As Singles’ Day nears, what’s expected of Taobao Shangou?

Deals in brief: Accel backs Pave Bank, Endowus raises over USD 70 million, Hangry completes Series A5 round, and more

Alpharithm launches AI Work platform to augment white-collar productivity