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What guides machine-led insights? Uncover AI applications, language models, and decision-making systems transforming sectors worldwide.

Artificial Intelligence

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

Lumos is advancing humanoid robots beyond vision and large models, integrating tactile sensing to give machines a new mode of real-world interaction.

Touch-enabled robots inch closer to reality as Lumos Robotics secures new funding

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

Hardware

The company’s neural imaging engine launches in GAC’s Hyptec HL model, signaling its entry into vehicle-based AI applications.

Deepthink’s AI imaging tech makes automotive debut with GAC, eyes broader rollout

China’s statecraft highlights its tech and trade priorities in a shifting world.

China Recap | Policy blueprints and diplomacy anchor China’s next phase

Vicky is a senior reporter based in Hangzhou, covering news about Chinese companies expanding their footprints abroad.

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Vicky Chang

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

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Huang Shao Ning

Voices

On KrASIA’s Venture Matters TV, AngelCentral partner Huang Shao Ning addressed common misconceptions about angel investment and explained how to navigate the ecosystem.

We have really strong startups coming in, says AngelCentral's Huang Shao Ning

We have really strong startups coming in, says AngelCentral&#8217;s Huang Shao Ning

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Yin Lin Tan

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

What drives digital education adoption? Analyze e-learning apps, AI-driven assessments, and tools enhancing student engagement.

Edtech

How does learning transcend classrooms? Investigate online courses, adaptive learning tools, and global educational platforms.

Education

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

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How does information move at light speed? Review 5G rollouts, fiber networks, and connectivity standards advancing global communication.

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The company moved fast to meet explosive growth in the demand for cloud-based video services the education and corporate training sectors during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Baidu-backed video technology provider Baijiayun closes USD 26.4 million Series B round

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Song Jingli

Hillhouse new funding looking to raise USD 3 billion

The new RMB fund will manage over 20 billion yuan.

KEY STAT | Hillhouse Capital raises money for its largest-ever RMB fund

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Julianna Wu

Highlighting events from China and the rest of Asia—organized by KrASIA and our partners—bringing regional insights to a global audience.

KrASIA’s Venture Matters TV is excited to host Dr. Finian Tan, founder and chairman of Vickers Venture Partners, on September 24, 7pm SGT!

VMTV #8: Dr. Finian Tan—A man with foresight

Careem's founders in the company's headquarters. Photo by Kieran Kesner. Courtesy of Careem via MENAbytes.

Other entrepreneurs who have built successful companies in the region have also invested in the fund.

Careem co-founders invest in Endeavor Catalyst’s latest fund

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Wix's offices in Tel Aviv. Courtesy of Wix via NoCamels.

The investment branch will cut checks for seed and early-stage companies and startups worldwide.

Wix launches VC arm to invest in the 'future of the web'

Wix launches VC arm to invest in the &#8216;future of the web&#8217;

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Singapore

Southeast Asia

Lightspeed Venture Partners focuses on Indonesia, Singapore, and Vietnam, looking for tech companies in edtech, fintech, and those helping SMEs go digital.

Lightspeed launches in Southeast Asia, sees more local companies go global

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Khamila Mulia

The Beacon fund believes that venture debt answers the funding problem commonly faced by female entrepreneurs.

Patamar Capital-backed Beacon Fund looks to serve Southeast Asian women entrepreneurs

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Ursula Florene

Funding

Silicon Valley

Startups

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, venture debt is set to boost its position in Southeast Asia's startup ecosystem.

Will venture debt be a white knight for startups in Southeast Asia?

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