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BYD, a Chinese EV maker, produces electric cars, buses, and batteries, accelerating adoption of sustainable transportation worldwide.

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

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

Discounts of up to 34% add to pressure that could squeeze out weaker players.

BYD price bombshell raises specter of wider China EV consolidation

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Nikkei Asia

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

Deep Tech

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

The startup is building bots that prioritize emotional presence over technical perfection, hoping that’s what wins over families.

Joyin races to rewire homes with emotionally aware robots

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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How do we store tomorrow’s power? Evaluate battery R&amp;D, manufacturing progress, and recycling strategies fueling energy independence.

Batteries

How is power evolving? Review renewable sources, grid innovations, and efficiency measures driving cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

Energy

The Chinese firm hopes its “cold core” architecture will reshape expectations for the 4680 form factor.

Can cylindrical EV batteries make a comeback? Talent New Energy thinks so

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

Venture Capital

Venture Capital | KrASIA

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

Investment

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Q&amp;A

Now the founder of a successful venture capital firm, Carman Chan revisits her days as a tech columnist and entrepreneur for insights.

[Tuning In] Carman Chan on quitting her PhD program in pursuit of entrepreneurship

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Emily Fang

I cover Indian tech, startup, venture capital ecosystems for KrASIA.

India’s tech landscape blossoms with e-commerce startups, fintech innovations, and IT services shaping a growing digital consumer base.

India

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

Cultural links provide one bridge between India and Southeast Asia, giving Indian startups a leg up as they head to the region.

India and Southeast Asia will be one market with 2 billion customers: Lightspeed India Partners

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Avanish Tiwary

The Middle East’s growing tech ecosystem harnesses the enterprising spirit of innovators from its diverse cultural markets.

Middle East

A number of Peregrine’s current portfolio companies have already pivoted to use their technologies to combat the coronavirus.

Peregrine Ventures launches USD 300 million fund for life sciences startups

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NoCamels

Pony.ai develops self-driving technologies for cars and trucks, collaborating with automakers to bring safer, fully autonomous mobility to public roads and fleet services worldwide.

Pony.ai

China Venture Roundup

China’s Venture Roundup Volume 9 covers China’s investment activity from 1 - 8 November 2020

Delve into Pony.ai's USD 267 million Series C and Kuaishou's impending IPO | China's Venture Roundup Volume 9

Delve into Pony.ai&#8217;s USD 267 million Series C and Kuaishou&#8217;s impending IPO | China&#8217;s Venture Roundup Volume 9

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KrASIA Venture Roundup

Up to 12 participants are eligible for a USD 60,250 investment from Singaporean VC Quest Ventures.

ScaleUp Malaysia announces its second cohort

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Ursula Florene

Alexandria, Egypt. Photo by Flo P on Unsplash.

Cairo Angels will continue to operate an angel network, but its new fund will invest in seed and pre-Series A opportunities in the region.

Cairo Angels launches micro VC fund to invest in startups in Middle East and Africa

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MENAbytes

Teja Ventures is the first gender lens venture capital fund for emerging Asian countries.

[Tuning In] Women are economic drivers, says Virginia Tan of Teja Ventures

China’s Venture Roundup Volume 8 covers China’s investment activity from 18 - 25 October 2020

History-making IPO for China's first beauty unicorn Yatsen Holding | China's Venture Roundup Volume 8

History-making IPO for China&#8217;s first beauty unicorn Yatsen Holding | China&#8217;s Venture Roundup Volume 8

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ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

Didi, a Chinese mobility platform, connects riders to taxis, private cars, and ride-sharing options, integrating AI-driven route optimization.

Didi

Oyo, an Indian hospitality platform, aggregates affordable accommodations, bringing travelers budget hotels and homestays under one brand.

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

SoftBank

SoftBank's investment vehicle steps away from winner-takes-all playbook.