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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

The US market serves as both the backbone and the driving force behind global technological advancements.

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

Deep Tech

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

Japan

Singapore

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Thailand

By addressing challenges in cost, stability, and integration, hydro-floating photovoltaic projects can be a beacon of hope in sustainable power generation.

Are floating solar farms the future source of Asia’s renewable energy?

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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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36Kr English

Explore East Asia’s thriving tech hubs, global electronics producers, and fast-evolving digital platforms shaping cross-border innovation.

East Asia

Ebara specializes in industrial machinery—from precision pumps to compressors—supporting manufacturing, energy, and environmental operations worldwide.

Ebara

Discover how Japan’s advanced manufacturing, robotics, and consumer electronics brands drive global technology trends.

This machinery maker's new technology skips the process of separating trash.

Japan's Ebara to make recycling plastic easier and more efficient

Japan&#8217;s Ebara to make recycling plastic easier and more efficient

As part of 36Kr’s ongoing partnership with Nikkei, you can read selected content from Nikkei Asia on KrASIA.

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Events

The recent KANSAI Startup Night Vol. 4 event showcased the deep tech startups in Japan's Kansai region amidst the country's ambitious Startup Development Five-year Plan.

Kansai's Deep Tech Startups Lead the Charge in Japan's Startup Development

Kansai&#8217;s Deep Tech Startups Lead the Charge in Japan&#8217;s Startup Development

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BYD, a Chinese EV maker, produces electric cars, buses, and batteries, accelerating adoption of sustainable transportation worldwide.

Great Wall Motor produces SUVs, pickup trucks, and passenger cars across multiple brands, with a focus on expanding EV and smart vehicle capabilities.

Great Wall Motor

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

Electric 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

Chinese automakers are vying for a piece of Thailand’s EV market, a move underpinned by the country's industrial advantages, climate conditions, and cultural backdrop.

Chinese automakers embrace Thailand in race for electric vehicle dominance

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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The GEAR Grand Opening Ceremony in Singapore, by Kajima Corporation

Kajima, a Japanese construction and engineering leader, delivers large infrastructure projects, sustainable building designs, and architectural solutions.

Kajima

Where does real estate meet innovation? Study IoT building management, digital realty investments, and tech-enabled tenant services.

Prop Tech

Announcements

The Japanese construction and real estate firm has announced the launch of its regional headquarters and R&D innovation hub in Singapore.

Kajima Corporation launches regional headquarters and R&D innovation hub in Singapore

Kajima Corporation launches regional headquarters and R&#038;D innovation hub in Singapore

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KrASIA Writers

This new technology from Japan's Proterial would reduce dependence on China for minerals.

New EV motor said to cut need for rare-earth neodymium magnets

Tesla’s electric cars, battery storage systems, and solar energy solutions shape sustainable transportation and power grids.

Tesla

Toyota, a Japanese automaker, produces a wide range of vehicles, focusing on reliability, efficiency, and innovation in mobility.

Toyota

The Japanese automaker still lags behind Tesla in reimagining the automotive industry.

Toyota Revolutionizes Car Assembly with 'Gigacasting' in Shift Towards Electric Vehicles

Toyota Revolutionizes Car Assembly with &#8216;Gigacasting&#8217; in Shift Towards Electric Vehicles

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

Autonomous Vehicles

Akio Toyoda's personal backed project struggles with escalating costs.

Financial Woes Deepen for Toyota Smart City Project Supported by Former CEO

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

Hardware

The Japanese electronics giant aims to spend USD 70 million to raise domestic production.

Panasonic shifts some air conditioner production from China to Japan

Hong Kong

A recent budget speech reveals Hong Kong's plan to raise its debt ceiling to fund infrastructure.

Hong Kong stock listing boom helps city escape string of deficits

Bilibili, an online entertainment platform, features anime, gaming videos, live streams, and interactive communities appealing to younger audiences.

Bilibili

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

Who thrives in a digitally democratized landscape? Discover how independent creators, influencers, and educators monetize content and expertise.

Creator Economy

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

Gaming

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

Live Streaming

Can brief clips hold lasting impact? Analyze short-form content trends, creator communities, and platform strategies for rapid viewer engagement.

Short Video

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

Video

The results did little to excite investors despite expanding margins.

Bilibili posts first full year of GAAP profit as ad business strengthens

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T. K. Lin

Exterior of Fira Gran Via in Barcelona, Spain.

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

Lenovo supplies laptops, PCs, smartphones, and data center solutions, supporting business productivity and personal computing across markets.

Lenovo

Transsion, an electronics brand popular in Africa, produces smartphones and feature phones tailored to local consumer preferences.

Transsion

Xiaomi crafts affordable smartphones, wearables, and IoT devices, appealing to users who seek innovation, quality, and budget-friendly tech.

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

Artificial Intelligence

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

Consumer Economy

Enterprise services is an over-arching term to describe an architecture combining engineering discipline and computer science to solve practical business problems. 

Enterprise Services

How do connected devices shape daily life? Examine IoT sensors, data platforms, and security protocols integrating smart tech into homes and cities.

Internet of Things

How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

Robotics

What fits the world in your pocket? Track device innovation, OS ecosystems, and connectivity shaping smartphone usage.

Smartphones

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

Telecommunications

Europe

The annual Barcelona event offered a glimpse of the latest emerging technologies.

AI glasses, concept phones, and other technologies that stood out at MWC 2026

Cheng Zi is based in China, covering technology- and business-related events. She works with her colleagues at 36Kr Global to provide coverage in both English and Chinese.

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Cheng Zi

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