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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

Tesla’s electric cars, battery storage systems, and solar energy solutions shape sustainable transportation and power grids.

Tesla

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

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

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

The Chinese automaker is planning a second and third plant to keep up with demand.

China's Xiaomi takes on Tesla, armed with 1,000 EV factory robots

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China&#8217;s Xiaomi takes on Tesla, armed with 1,000 EV factory robots

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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Europe

Mercedes-Benz will begin integrating Flyme Auto OS into its vehicles, starting with the long-wheelbase E-class in 2027.

Mercedes-Benz taps Flyme Auto OS to boost smart vehicle appeal

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.

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

Consumer Economy

What fits the world in your pocket? Track device innovation, OS ecosystems, and connectivity shaping smartphone usage.

Smartphones

Priced to match the iPhone 16, Nothing’s Phone (3) targets design-conscious users who prioritize personality over specs.

Nothing brings its design-focused phones to China, starting with the Phone (3)

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

Venture Capital

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How do goods cross borders seamlessly? Examine warehousing tech, route optimization, and data analytics building efficient supply chains.

Logistics

01VC raises USD 60 million for new fund to back early-stage supply chain tech startups. The Beijing-based venture capital firm is raising USD 100 million.

01VC raises USD 60 million for new fund to back early-stage supply chain tech startups

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Edmund Wee

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

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

Private Equity

SoftBank's Son 'studying' Arm's London IPO but US remains favorite. Chairman bets on blockbuster listing after record Vision Fund losses.

SoftBank's Son 'studying' London IPO for Arm but US remains favorite

SoftBank&#8217;s Son &#8216;studying&#8217; London IPO for Arm but US remains favorite

Q&amp;A

‘This is the best time to invest in early-stage venture sectors with robust long-term growth’: Q&A with Ng Chee-We, founder of Oak Seed Ventures.

‘This is the best time to invest in early-stage venture sectors with robust long-term growth’: Q&A with Ng Chee-We, founder of Oak Seed Ventures

‘This is the best time to invest in early-stage venture sectors with robust long-term growth’: Q&#038;A with Ng Chee-We, founder of Oak Seed Ventures

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Eyeing the future: Identifying China’s innovative direction through Hillhouse Capital Group’s investments. 33 of the firm’s portfolio companies have IPO'd.

Eyeing the future: Identifying China’s innovative direction through Hillhouse Capital Group’s investments

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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Photo of Masayoshi Son, founder and CEO of SoftBank, speaking at a news conference in Tokyo.

SoftBank's Son turns defensive in face of record USD 16 billion loss. Group vows to scale back new investments after tech sell-off hits its portfolio.

SoftBank's Son turns defensive in face of record USD 16 billion loss

SoftBank&#8217;s Son turns defensive in face of record USD 16 billion loss

Southeast Asia’s tech ecosystem is a melting pot of startups and businesses of all sizes, all vying for rapid growth.

Southeast Asia

Quiet accomplishments: Q&A with Michael Yao, partner at ZWC Partners. The investment firm localizes by performing deep research on the ground.

Quiet accomplishments: Q&A with Michael Yao, partner at ZWC Partners

Quiet accomplishments: Q&#038;A with Michael Yao, partner at ZWC Partners

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KrASIA Writers

‘A rising market’ in Vietnam: Q&A with Chelsea Nguyen, principal of ThinkZone. The country may be Southeast Asia's next great market.

‘A rising market’ in Vietnam: Q&A with Chelsea Nguyen, principal of ThinkZone

‘A rising market’ in Vietnam: Q&#038;A with Chelsea Nguyen, principal of ThinkZone

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Taro Ishida

Philippines

Four takeaways on the burgeoning startup ecosystem in the Philippines by Foxmont Capital Partners’ Franco Varona.

4 takeaways on the burgeoning startup ecosystem in the Philippines by Foxmont Capital Partners’ Franco Varona

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Stephanie Li

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

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

Ant Group

How does finance become frictionless? Examine digital banking, payment innovation, and lending platforms redefining financial access.

China’s state-owned enterprises to examine financial exposure to Ant Group. All SOEs must review report their ties to the Alibaba affiliate.

China’s state-owned enterprises to examine financial exposure to Ant Group, report says

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