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Photo of CTO Lou Tiancheng (left) and CEO James Peng ringing the bell at Pony.ai’s listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

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

Home

Decoding China&#039;s tech and business pulse

KrASIA

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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Southeast Asia

The VC so far has raised USD 56 million, which it plans to invest in 30 Indonesian tech companies over the next three years.

Indonesia's AC Ventures announces first close of USD 80 million fund

Indonesia&#8217;s AC Ventures announces first close of USD 80 million fund

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Khamila Mulia

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

Investment

Q&amp;A

COVID-19 has led to fundamental changes in customer behavior and has accelerated digital transformation of enterprises, Le says.

Amid financing drop in Southeast Asia, Vietnam to be top destination for investment in the next year: Q&amp;A with Do Ventures co-founder Vy Le

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Ursula Florene

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

Reliance drives digital retail, telecommunication services, and entertainment offerings, shaping India’s consumer and connectivity environment.

Reliance

Pandemic fuels US investor's deal making but political tension raises risks.

From Jio to ByteDance, KKR bets on Asia's 'local' tech champions

From Jio to ByteDance, KKR bets on Asia&#8217;s &#8216;local&#8217; tech champions

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

Voices

The Bridgetown SPAC backed by billionaire VC Peter Thiel seeks to raise USD 575 million and invest in new economy startups in Southeast Asia.

The SPAC opportunity: Andy Tai of Goldman Sachs | The Indo Tekno Podcast

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Alan Hellawell

As part of the agreement, OurCrowd will identify and support UAE-based startups seeking growth and development in Israel.

Israeli VC OurCrowd, UAE business group Phoenix to partner on tech investments

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NoCamels

VMTV #9: Jeffrey Paine—Bringing Silicon Valley to Southeast Asia

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Venture Matters

China Venture Roundup

China’s Venture Roundup Volume 4 covers China’s investment activity from 21 – 27 September 2020.

China’s Venture Roundup Volume 4 | Beauty giant Perfect Diary on track to USD 4 billion valuation

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KrASIA Venture Roundup

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

Tencent, a Chinese tech conglomerate, invests in gaming, social media, and cloud services, supporting entertainment and connectivity worldwide.

What extends a car’s lifecycle beyond the showroom? Investigate spare parts, performance upgrades, and services fueling the secondary automotive market.

Automotive Aftermarket

Mancando manages a network of franchises and auto parts brands such as Shimo, Zhiding, and Madun.

Restructuring auto parts distribution in the world's largest car market: Inside China's Startups

Restructuring auto parts distribution in the world&#8217;s largest car market: Inside China&#8217;s Startups

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Song Jingli

Flipkart, a prominent Indian e-commerce marketplace, hosts electronics, fashion, and home goods with fast shipping and easy returns.

Flipkart

Tiger Global, a US-based venture firm, backs internet and software businesses scaling across multiple regions.

Tiger Global

Fixel is known for leading Tiger Global’s investment in Indian startups such as Flipkart, Ola, Delhivery, and Quikr, among others.

Lee Fixel makes a come back to India with USD 35 million investment in content startup Inshorts

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

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Venture Capital

Indonesia’s AC Ventures announces first close of USD 80 million fund

Amid financing drop in Southeast Asia, Vietnam to be top destination for investment in the next year: Q&A with Do Ventures co-founder Vy Le

From Jio to ByteDance, KKR bets on Asia’s ‘local’ tech champions