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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: IFC partners with Tawada Healthcare, Koltiva, Evo, and Bababos raise new funding, and more

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

Southeast Asia

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

Brands should embrace localization and leverage social media to unlock the vast potential of Southeast Asia's largest e-commerce market.

Localization is key: Riding Indonesia's e-commerce wave amidst social media boom

Localization is key: Riding Indonesia&#8217;s e-commerce wave amidst social media boom

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Sara Mandagie

South Korea

Thailand

Deals in brief: Kasikornbank’s tech arm launches USD 100 million fund, Segari raises Series B funding, and more

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

Batteries

What powers tomorrow’s roads? Explore EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and battery advances sparking the shift toward sustainable transport.

Electric Vehicles

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

Energy

How do businesses grow responsibly? Examine green policies, sustainable materials, and climate commitments guiding corporate strategies.

Sustainability

Indonesia's production of EV batteries as a step toward sustainability is shadowed by the fact that their manufacturing in coal-powered industrial estates contributes to pollution.

The hidden environmental costs of Indonesia’s ‘clean’ battery production

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Mongabay

India

Oceania

Deals in brief: IFC and Amartha collaborate to help finance Indonesia’s women-owned microenterprises, Novelship concludes Series B round, and more

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Temasek, a Singaporean state-owned investment firm, drives sustainable growth, strategic acquisitions, and innovation in global markets.

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Malaysia

Philippines

Deals in brief: Hukumku, Parallax, and HN Novatech secure funding, Singapore institutions launch SGD 75 million deeptech pilot program, and more

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

Automotive Aftermarket

How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

Mobility

Otoklix launched its own service centers, now leaning into AI, and is already an early pioneer in Indonesia’s EV aftermarket.

Automotive aftermarket startup Otoklix reports 2x annual growth, preps for EV revolution in Indonesia

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AC Ventures

Vietnam

Deals in brief: Tin Men Capital leads investment in Manuva, MedEasy secures seed funding round, and more

What sets the bar for convenience? Examine on-demand platforms, subscription models, and personalization transforming consumer expectations.

Consumer Economy

How do clicks replace aisles? Explore global marketplaces, payment solutions, and technology accelerating online retail’s growth.

E-commerce

How do platforms deliver on immediacy? Analyze ride-hailing, instant deliveries, and gig models meeting consumer needs fast.

On-demand Services

Think Indonesia is a series of informative sessions organized by KrASIA and 36Kr Chuhai to help companies navigate Indonesia’s dynamic business landscape.

Inside the shopper's mind: Exploring consumer behavior in Indonesia's e-commerce landscape

Inside the shopper&#8217;s mind: Exploring consumer behavior in Indonesia&#8217;s e-commerce landscape

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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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

How do stores adapt to digital shifts? Explore e-commerce integration, inventory analytics, and omnichannel strategies for modern shoppers.

Retail

The Shandong-born chain is expanding beyond its home turf, betting that supply chain depth and value pricing can win over diners nationwide.

Call it China’s Saizeriya: Chaoyixing scales fast food with low costs and margins

KrASIA tracks China’s tech and business stories—alongside key developments across the broader Asia Pacific region.