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

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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 news briefs on fundraising activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Authentick, LXA, and Gother secure funding, Sumitomo Life invests in Singlife, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

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Deals in brief: Authentick, LXA, and Gother secure funding, Sumitomo Life invests in Singlife, multiple China and India deals, and more

Spotlighting Asia&#039;s next wave of innovations.

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Deals in brief: Entropica Labs secures Series A funding, FPT acquires Cardinal Peak, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Entropica Labs secures Series A funding, FPT acquires Cardinal Peak, multiple China and India deals, and more

Sea Group operates digital entertainment (Garena), e-commerce (Shopee), and fintech (SeaMoney) platforms across Southeast Asia.

Sea Group

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

Creative

How does interactive entertainment evolve? Assess gaming ecosystems, esports growth, and technology enhancing virtual play.

Gaming

Garena has implemented strategic measures to address data security and user privacy concerns, but the date of Free Fire's return to the Indian market remains uncertain.

Sea’s Garena postpones Free Fire India’s relaunch by several weeks | KrASIA

Sea’s Garena postpones Free Fire India’s relaunch by several weeks

Deals in brief: Radiant1 secures pre-Series A funding, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Radiant1 secures pre-Series A funding, multiple China and India deals, and more

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Deals in brief: East Ventures invests in Compawnion, EDBI establishes new investment firm, Little Joy secures Series A funding, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: East Ventures invests in Compawnion, EDBI establishes new investment firm, Little Joy secures Series A funding, and more

Deals in brief: Tabby attains unicorn status, Funding Societies secures USD 7.5 million in debt funding, SPH Media acquires Tech in Asia, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Tabby attains unicorn status, Funding Societies secures USD 7.5 million in debt funding, SPH Media acquires Tech in Asia, and more

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Deals in brief: Engine Biosciences extends Series A round, Talino Venture Studios secures investment from Chemonics, ten China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Engine Biosciences extends Series A round, Talino Venture Studios secures investment from Chemonics, ten China deals, and more

Gobi Partners invests in early-stage startups across Asia, supporting founders in e-commerce, media, and SaaS industries.

Gobi Partners

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

Deals in brief: Mamaearth's parent secures pre-IPO funding, KMP and Gobi Partners back Vircle, Neom proposes investing USD 50 million in Animoca Brands, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Mamaearth&#8217;s parent secures pre-IPO funding, KMP and Gobi Partners back Vircle, Neom proposes investing USD 50 million in Animoca Brands, and more

Oceania

Deals in brief: J&T Express makes HKEX debut, Gentari and GIC invest in AM Green Ammonia Holdings, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: J&#038;T Express makes HKEX debut, Gentari and GIC invest in AM Green Ammonia Holdings, multiple China and India deals, and more

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

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

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From generating assets to building entire virtual worlds, AI is set to accelerate and reshape game development.

AI-powered tools like Tripo could make game development faster, smarter, and more creative | KrASIA

AI-powered tools like Tripo could make game development faster, smarter, and more creative

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network. Since 2010, 36Kr has been delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends. 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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Baidu leads Chinese search engines, voice assistants, autonomous driving research, and AI platforms connecting users with information and services.

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

The Chinese tech giant says its latest Ernie model outperforms GPT-4.5 while costing just 1% as much.

Baidu slashes AI costs with Ernie 4.5 and X1, taking on OpenAI and DeepSeek | KrASIA

Baidu slashes AI costs with Ernie 4.5 and X1, taking on OpenAI and DeepSeek

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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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 happens after acquisitions close? Examine deal structures, operational improvements, and exit strategies molding corporate outcomes.

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Bringing you the latest updates on funding deals and activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Binance secures investment from MGX, Amber International debuts on Nasdaq, latest China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Binance secures investment from MGX, Amber International debuts on Nasdaq, latest China deals, and more

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