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What lies beyond familiar frontiers? Investigate emerging tech—like quantum computing and AI—transforming traditional sectors.

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

China

What began as a mobile playmate for cats and dogs has grown into a global line of companion robots.

Inside Enabot’s quest to build companion robots first for pets, then for people

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Agibot

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

Embodied Intelligence

Agibot, Galbot, UBTech, and Dobot are leading the charge, with all-purpose models expected to lag behind.

China's humanoid robot makers ramp up production despite tech hurdles

China&#8217;s humanoid robot makers ramp up production despite tech hurdles

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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.

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

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Bringing you the latest updates on funding and investment activity across the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Pyxis hits first close of SGD 18 million round, BBVA leads Olea’s Series A funding, latest China investments, and more

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Why 2023 could be the best—and worst—year for VCs in Asia. Venture capitalists see pickup deal activity, but expect difficulties in fundraising.

Why 2023 could be the best—and worst—year for VCs in Asia

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

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Metaverse

How do digital assets gain value? Investigate NFT marketplaces, creator economies, and verification methods strengthening digital ownership.

NFTs

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Into the metaverse: Q&A with Alan Kueh, co-founder of Memotics. The Web3 platform has built a metaverse that aims to engage its users with memories and emotions.

Into the metaverse: Q&A with Alan Kueh, co-founder of Memotics

Into the metaverse: Q&#038;A with Alan Kueh, co-founder of Memotics

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Edmund Wee

Where do digital assets find value? Consider market volatility, decentralized exchanges, and blockchain protocols shaping crypto economies.

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Thai megabank SCBX to steer fintech holdings through crypto crisis.

Thai megabank SCBX to steer fintech holdings through crypto crisis

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FUSE Vol. 3 opens on December 14 in partnership with 36Kr Global. The third edition of the international startup conference will showcase some of the most innovative homegrown firms as well as investment opportunities in Japan.

FUSE Vol. 3 opens on December 14 in partnership with 36Kr Global

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The Uptake | Sustainable investing. The role of venture capital in ESG.

The Uptake | Sustainable investing

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The Uptake

What happens when banking goes virtual? Study no-branch platforms, biometric authentication, and seamless financial services.

Digital Banks

ESG meets fintech: Q&A with Benjamin Soh, managing director of STACS. The Singapore-headquartered startup aims to promote sustainable finance in the ESG fintech space.

ESG meets fintech: Q&A with Benjamin Soh, managing director of STACS

ESG meets fintech: Q&#038;A with Benjamin Soh, managing director of STACS

What unlocks decentralized innovation? Explore blockchain-based platforms, data ownership models, and tools shaping the next internet era.

Web3

The Uptake | The crypto wild west.. Regulation is coming.

The Uptake | The crypto wild west

Malaysia

The Uptake | A physical world. Despite new global workforce trends, an actual integrated hub with facilities is still key to driving technological innovation.

The Uptake | A physical world

Breakthrough innovation: Q&A with Dzuleira Abu Bakar, CEO of MRANTI. Malaysian accelerator MRANTI provides support for startups from ideation to commercialization.