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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

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

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

Autonomous 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

Hong Kong

Lou’s relentless pursuit of excellence has been central to Pony.ai’s resilience through years of highs and lows.

Inside Pony.ai’s staying power and the mindset of its CTO, Lou Tiancheng

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Decoding China&#039;s tech and business pulse

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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 drives global exploration? Discover evolving tourism trends, hospitality services, and the shift toward personalized travel experiences.

Travel

The company says agentic AI will make travel more immersive and personalized.

Bili Q sees potential in agentic AI for travel, and it starts in the hotel room

What drives digital storytelling? Examine content creation, distribution channels, and media platforms connecting audiences worldwide.

Content

How do ideas shape industries? Learn how content, design, and digital artistry influence branding, marketing, and cultural impact.

Creative

What entertains a connected world? Track shifts in film, music, and media consumption, as platforms and audiences redefine cultural experiences.

Entertainment

What happens when viewers join in real time? Explore live streaming platforms, audience interaction tools, and brand opportunities in instant video.

Live Streaming

How do visuals captivate global viewers? Dive into streaming services, production models, and evolving formats defining video engagement.

Video

Group live streaming is becoming a serious business in China.

Changjing Media sees a new industry taking shape in group live streaming

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

Venture Capital

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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.

Southeast Asia

Q&amp;A

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

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

Deep Tech

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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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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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

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Emily Fang

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

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

Investment

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

Vision Fund's new strategy: smaller bets, bigger returns

Vision Fund&#8217;s new strategy: smaller bets, bigger returns

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

India is on track to having 100 unicorn companies by 2025, up from the 33 at present.

Funding in Indian startups has almost reached pre-COVID-19 levels, report says

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